2019's Hottest Town in Main Line Today has it all. ~ This particular home in the Chatham Park neighborhood is a home to be admired and appreciated. ~ A formal Living Room and Dining Room with crown molding, an updated Kitchen with a large eating area with access to the nicely landscaped yard with a stone patio and perennial gardens, a Den or 4th Bedroom and a Full Bath with Shower complete the first floor. ~ The upstairs boasts a generous size Primary Bedroom and two additional Bedrooms and a Full, updated Bath. ~ A new roof was just installed as were some electrical updates and every room has been freshly painted within the past year. ~ Owners were in the process of finishing the basement when a transfer materialized, so work has been halted. ~ The basement has existing plumbing for a Powder Room or 3rd Full Bath. ~Once finished, it can serve as a Family Room, Office or Exercise area or a combination of all!~ Walk one block to Chatham Elementary School, Brookline Blvd. for ice cream cones, casual dining and shops. ~~Work in the city?~ An easy commute from Havertown and close to all major travel routes. ~~Become a Chatham Park resident and take pride in this charming 2 story Colonial just in time for the school year to commence. ~Front loading Washer & dryer, refrigerator and a new, built-in microwave which was installed only days ago are included. ~
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
6,011 sq ftLot Size
$324Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jim Becker• Precision Realty Group LLC
•215-423-7441 (broker)
•www.bdcpa@peoplepc.com (broker)
Bought with Deanna Albanese• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
You don't want to miss this traditional colonial home flooded with light and plenty of space located in the Chatham Park neighborhood, named 2019's Hottest Town in Main Line Today. This 1,768 sq. ft. home features four bedrooms with the first-floor bedroom adjacent to a full bath. Also found on the main floor are the oversized eat-in kitchen, pantry and adjacent formal dining room. The living room and formal dining room both feature lovely crown molding. On the second floor, are three generously-sized bedrooms with a newly renovated full bath. The basement has limitless possibilities with plumbing hook up for an additional half bath and can potentially be a family or media room, home office, etc. Don't forget about the amazing outdoor space and garden planted with many hearty perennials, making this your very own outdoor oasis. Award winning Chatham Park Elementary (Haverford School District)is right down the street, only minutes from great nearby parks, restaurants, brewery and pubs on Brookline and Darby Rd. and easy access to highways and the city. You'll have suburban perks but be close to city living, so don't wait and make your appointment today!
BRIGHT MLS #1005679524
May 1, 2008
Sold
$280,000
$158/sq ft
Feb 27, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2008
Listed
$288,900
$163/sq ft
+7
Well built brick and siding colonial in sought after Chatham Park. Easy access to Blue Route, Turnpike, Valley Forge, Center City and Airport. Walk to Grange Field with ten acres of Township parkland with playground equipment, baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts. Close to shopping, public transportation, township parks, Skatium, Haverford Township Library and Award-Winning Chatham Park Elementary and Haverford Township Schools. 1st Flr: Spacious living rm w/ built-in shelving and coat closet, formal dining room w/ buit-in cabinets, huge modern kitchen with oak cabinets, pantry closet, peninsula counter, dishwasher and gas stove, breakfast area with outside exit to rear yard with storage shed, large family room, and full bath w/ stall shower (great for 4th bdr or in-laws). .. 2nd Flr: Master bedroom, ceramic tile hall bath, and 2 add'l bedrooms. .. Bsmt: Full, finished recreation rm w/ bar and powder rm, laundry facilities and utility/storage rm. Easy to show!
BRIGHT MLS #PADE394950
Feb 7, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2007
Listed
$289,900
$164/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,768 (+6.0%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2025
$7,328 (+6.2%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2024
$6,898 (+2.9%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2023
$6,702 (+2.4%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2022
$6,546 (−38.6%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2021
$10,664 (+61.1%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2020
$6,619 (+1.9%)
$50,100 + $92,300
$142,400
2019
$6,496 (+1.7%)
$50,100 + $92,300
$142,400
2018
$6,385 (+2.2%)
2017
$6,249 (+5.0%)
2015
$5,953 (+2.9%)
2014
$5,783 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,578 (+4.3%)
2011
$5,349 (+8.4%)
2010
$4,933
Tax history for 228 Farnham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,768 (+6.0%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2025
$7,328 (+6.2%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2024
$6,898 (+2.9%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2023
$6,702 (+2.4%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2022
$6,546 (−38.6%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2021
$10,664 (+61.1%)
$98,940 + $169,350
$268,290
2020
$6,619 (+1.9%)
$50,100 + $92,300
$142,400
2019
$6,496 (+1.7%)
$50,100 + $92,300
$142,400
2018
$6,385 (+2.2%)
2017
$6,249 (+5.0%)
2015
$5,953 (+2.9%)
2014
$5,783 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,578 (+4.3%)
2011
$5,349 (+8.4%)
2010
$4,933
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
6,011 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,768
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
22020029900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-4
Low- to Medium-Density Residential District
It is the purpose of this section to permit continued development in appropriate areas of the Township on lots that will yield a density of approximately seven dwelling units per acre. In addition, accessory professional uses would be allowed in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Shared Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Not Furnished
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $92,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Storage Barn/Shed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 55.00 x 110.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $50,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,768
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,209
County Tax: $778
School Tax: $4,632
Tax Assessed Value: $142,400
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $6,619
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CHATHAM PARK
Middle Or Junior School: HAVERFORD
High School: HAVERFORD SENIOR
School District Name: HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Cross Street: Pembroke
Directions: See Map
Municipality: HAVERFORD TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,768
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,011 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 22020029900
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chatham Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Haverford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Haverford Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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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 103° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Havertown, PA • 19083
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$545,000 – $660,000
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