Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street, this attractive home is in move-in condition, with a circular floor plan & sunny interior. Recent improvements include central air conditioning, new roof, new bathrooms, fresh paint & refinished wood floors. Enjoy the large new wood deck and fenced-in yard. 1st: Living room w/ bay window & window seat, formal dining room, kitchen is sunny & updated, breakfast room, leads to Family room. From the kitchen exit to handsome new deck overlooking expansive yard. 2nd: Master bedroom w/ large closet. Renovated ceramic tiled hall bathroom w/ pedestal sink. Two additional bedrooms, one with updated powder room. Walk up attic for storage. Basement: Partially finished with ceramic tiled floor, powder room, laundry, walk out to fenced-in large yard with storage shed. Private driveway, park nearby, exceptional location. Listing Agents are related to Seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
5,520 sq ftLot Size
$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Deborah Dorsey• Duffy Real Estate-Narberth
•610-667-6655 (broker)
Listed by Dave Dorsey• Duffy Real Estate-Narberth
•610-667-6655 (broker)
Bought with Carol Goldstein• BHHS Fox & Roach-Gladwyne
Wonderful Chatham Village Colonial W/ Newer Eik, Fin Bsmt W/ Pr, Great Deck, Yard W/ Large Shed! 3 Bdrms, (1 W/ Pr), Full Tile Bath, Lr/Blt-Ins, H/W Flrs. Most Windows Have Been Replaced! Fabulous House! Close To Park! Show & Sell * * Commission Is 3% Less 10% Referral Fee, Contact L/A For Information * *
Public Records
Jul 8, 1996
Sold
$158,000
$93/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE286996
Mar 23, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Feb 4, 1996
Listed
$158,000
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,228 (+6.0%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2025
$8,704 (+6.2%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2024
$8,194 (+2.9%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2023
$7,962 (+2.4%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2022
$7,775 (−38.6%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2021
$12,667 (+96.0%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2020
$6,463 (+1.9%)
$50,010 + $89,040
$139,050
2019
$6,344 (+1.7%)
$50,010 + $89,040
$139,050
2018
$6,235 (+2.2%)
2017
$6,102 (+5.0%)
2015
$5,813 (+2.9%)
2014
$5,647 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,447 (+4.3%)
2011
$5,223 (+8.4%)
2010
$4,817
Tax history for 523 Covington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,228 (+6.0%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2025
$8,704 (+6.2%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2024
$8,194 (+2.9%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2023
$7,962 (+2.4%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2022
$7,775 (−38.6%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2021
$12,667 (+96.0%)
$98,750 + $219,940
$318,690
2020
$6,463 (+1.9%)
$50,010 + $89,040
$139,050
2019
$6,344 (+1.7%)
$50,010 + $89,040
$139,050
2018
$6,235 (+2.2%)
2017
$6,102 (+5.0%)
2015
$5,813 (+2.9%)
2014
$5,647 (+3.7%)
2013
$5,447 (+4.3%)
2011
$5,223 (+8.4%)
2010
$4,817
*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
48 ft.
Lot depth
115 ft.
Lot size
5,968 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,770
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
22080017500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R-5
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 eight 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 Open Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Interior Features: Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 48X115
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,708
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $139,050
Tax Year: 2009
Tax Annual Amount: $4,593
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Oil, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP
Location Information
Cross Street: CANTERBURY
Directions: From Eagle Road, travel on Earlington to left on Covington to house on right.
Municipality: HAVERFORD TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,770
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,968 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 22080017500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
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Schools
Chatham Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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Haverford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Haverford Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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
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27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$550,000 – $666,000
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