8243 Brookside Rd is a 1,750 square foot house on a 2,880 square foot lot with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. - it last sold on October 21, 2016 for $176,325. Based on Redfin's Elkins Park data, we estimate the home's value is $365,108.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
2,880 sq ftLot Size
$209Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Mary Ann Hector• BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
Bought with Jennifer Corsanico• Weichert Realtors-Jenkintown
Charm and character are the hallmarks of this wonderfully affordable 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath twin. A covered front porch and rear deck will allow you to enjoy this lovely neighborhood. Enter into the foyer with powder room, which leads the way to the sun-drenched first floor, Living Room featues a brick fireplace with custom built-ins, large formal dining room with french doors, and a charming breakfast room. A cheerful kitchen with a "bohemian" flair completes the first level of this home. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths -- a feature not often found at this price! With hardwood floors throughout, this home has a comfortable and warm atmosphere. A full basement and driveway parking complete the package. Walk to nearby market, coffee shop, ice cream parlor, restaurants, train station and parks.
Public Records
Jan 14, 1998
Sold
$119,000
$68/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC349474
Nov 30, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 1996
Listed
$119,000
$68/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC509390
Sep 11, 1996
Listed
$129,900
$74/sq ft
Sep 11, 1996
Listing Removed
—
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC376482
Sep 1, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 1995
Listed
$129,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 1991
Sold
$134,000
$77/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 10, 1985
Sold
$82,600
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,744 (+4.1%)
2025
$7,441 (+2.8%)
2024
$7,237 (+1.3%)
2023
$7,145 (+1.8%)
2022
$7,022 (+2.8%)
2021
$6,830 (+3.0%)
2020
$6,633 (+2.0%)
2019
$6,501 (+2.4%)
2018
$6,347 (−20.0%)
2017
$7,931 (+4.8%)
2015
$7,566 (+5.4%)
2014
$7,176
2013
$7,176 (+0.9%)
2011
$7,113
2010
$7,113 (+5.1%)
2009
$6,768
Tax history for 8243 Brookside Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,744 (+4.1%)
2025
$7,441 (+2.8%)
2024
$7,237 (+1.3%)
2023
$7,145 (+1.8%)
2022
$7,022 (+2.8%)
2021
$6,830 (+3.0%)
2020
$6,633 (+2.0%)
2019
$6,501 (+2.4%)
2018
$6,347 (−20.0%)
2017
$7,931 (+4.8%)
2015
$7,566 (+5.4%)
2014
$7,176
2013
$7,176 (+0.9%)
2011
$7,113
2010
$7,113 (+5.1%)
2009
$6,768
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R2
Residential District
In expansion of the declaration of legislative intent found in Article I of this chapter and the statement of community development objectives found in Article I, the intent of this article, among others, is as follows: Promote the maintenance, stability, continued viability and enhanced value of the Township's residential neighborhoods.; Ensure new residential infill development and redevelopment is in character with existing neighborhoods.; Accommodate a variety of housing types.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Oil
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Coal/Wood
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
Property Information
Subdivision Name: GUERNSEY STEVENSON
Living Sq. Ft: 1,750
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 882
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: L PT 345
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 2,880
Legal Lot Number: 345
Legal Block Number: 6
School Tax District: CHELTENHAM TOWNSHIP
Municipality Name: CHELTENHAM TOWNSHIP
Acres: 0.0661
Depth Footage: 81
Front Footage: 34
Zoning Code: R4
County Use Description: RESID-SINGLE-FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: CHELTENHAM TOWNSHIP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,750
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,880 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 310003667001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wyncote El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Cedarbrook Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Cheltenham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Elkins Park, PA • 19027
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$347,000 – $420,000
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