Welcome to 701 Braxton Rd, A contemporary cape cod with an open living room layout! This beautiful home is located on a sizable corner lot. in the highly sought-after Ridley School District. The covered front porch offers privacy while providing an excellent neighborhood view. Beginning with the family room, you will find the focal element of a gas fireplace and ample space for seating. The dining room is open to the family room. This location is the heart of the home and a perfect area to assemble and hold more casual gatherings with its direct access to the kitchen. The kitchen boasts well-maintained granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, including a top freezer refrigerator, over-the-range Microwave, gas range, and dishwasher. The powder room is just off the kitchen (a rare find in this neighborhood), and the formal dining room is behind the kitchen, the heart of the home and the perfect place to hold more intimate gatherings. This room gives walk-out access to the rear yard/ patio. Make your way up the stairs to the second floor, where you will find the main bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. While the inside of the house is also conducive to entertaining, the rear yard offers a neutral patio making this space a blank canvas for any design preference! Other notable features include central air, new paint, and laundry on the first floor. This home is a must-see, with easy access to many major routes. This home is located off route 13 (Chester Pike), 420, and within driving distance to Philadelphia, Delaware & South Jersey, approximately 5 miles from 95, 476 & 76. It is an excellent location with access to shopping. The Springfield mall is located on Baltimore Pike, about 6 miles away; the mall includes Macy's, Target, Express, American Eagle, Ulta, Victoria's Secret, and more. The Promenade at Granite Run is located on Baltimore Pike, approximately 10 miles away, which features shopping such as wine and spirits, Petco, Citizens Bank, PennDOT License Center, and several restaurants. Target is 4 miles away on Baltimore Pike, and there are two Walmarts 3 miles & the other 4 miles away. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is open from 6 AM - 6 PM and is approximately 2.5 miles away. Convenience and pride are waiting for you to book your showing TODAY!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$228Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by William Holder• RE/MAX Classic
•610-687-2900 (broker)
•scott@scottfurmangroup.com (broker)
Listed by Nick Repine• RE/MAX Classic
•610-687-2900 (broker)
•scott@scottfurmangroup.com (broker)
Bought with Bob McLaughlin• Coldwell Banker Realty
*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
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,661 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,490
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
38060016500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
B
Residential District
The B Residential Districts are composed of certain medium density residential areas of the Township representing one dwelling, plus certain open areas where similar residential development appears likely to occur. The regulations for these districts are designed to stabilize and protect the essential characteristics of the districts and promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life. To these ends, development is limited to medium density concentration, permitting primarily single- and two-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room
Directions: Ridley Park Pennsylvania Take E Ward Ave to N Swarthmore Ave 1 min (0.1 mi) Head northwest toward Penn St 131 ft Turn left onto Penn St 164 ft Turn left onto Tome St 121 ft Turn right onto E Ward Ave 371 ft Take E Chester Pike/Pennsylvania Rte 420 Alt Truck to Rodney Rd 3 min (0.9 mi) Turn left onto N Swarthmore Ave 0.4 mi Turn left onto E Chester Pike/Pennsylvania Rte 420 Alt Truck 0.5 mi Continue on Rodney Rd. Drive to Braxton Rd in Ridley Township 30 sec (400 ft) Turn right onto Rodney Rd 308 ft Turn left onto Braxton Rd Destination will be on the left 92 ft 701 Braxton Rd Ridley Park, PA 19078
Location Type: Suburban
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
Road Surface Type: Paved
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,490
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4,661 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 38060016500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Leedom Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Ridley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Ridley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
7/10 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
Ridley Park, PA • 19078
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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