Don't judge a book by its cover. .. As much as the historic exterior will charm you, the completely updated interior will astonish you! According to the Rose Valley Borough website, this home was originally constructed in 1870 to serve as housing for the local mill workers. In 1904, Will Price renovated the structures and combined two Mill Houses to create the spacious Guest House which resulted in the 2100 SF it is today. Completely renovated in 2013-2015, 74 W. Rose Valley Road is now a captivating and exquisite blend of Arts & Crafts history, with the modern charm of an open plan and clever design. Today, the home encompasses three bedrooms (including a master suite), 2.5 baths, a kitchen open to the great room, blending living room and dining room, an office, pantry/laundry room, full attic, a storage room, covered porch, deck, attached garage, and off street parking. Additional parking is available in the community lot. Each room showcases beautiful attributes - from stone fireplaces, to deep window sills, reclaimed hardwood floors, distinctive light fixtures, gourmet kitchen appliances, built-ins, and tile work? You have to visit this property to truly appreciate the attention to detail. Situated in the heart of the Rose Valley Borough, the home is convenient to community paths, theater, Wallingford-Swarthmore schools, pool, public transit, highways, and airport. This home was recently featured on the Rose Valley Centennial Foundation's "Once in a Lifetime Tour" and is on the National Historic Register.
Originally founded as an Arts & Craft Colony you will not want to pass up this opportunity to own a piece of Rose Valley history! This unique Guest House is waiting for you to restore it to it's original charm! Pine floors, imported tile roof, 2 year old gas heater, deep window sills, beamed ceilings, new electric service, 2 decorative fireplaces with the Rose Valley Crest & Mercer tiles, side porch, carport & private driveway. Conveniently located to Historic Hedgerow Theatre, train, shopping & schools Being sold in "as is condition" buyer responsible for U & O inspection and/or repairs
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,820 (+7.8%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2025
$11,889 (+2.3%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2024
$11,621 (+4.2%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2023
$11,151 (+2.1%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2022
$10,919 (−40.0%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2021
$18,185 (+88.8%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2020
$9,632 (+2.8%)
$72,690 + $104,820
$177,510
2019
$9,373 (+1.8%)
$72,690 + $104,820
$177,510
2018
$9,209 (+2.1%)
2017
$9,018 (+11.2%)
2015
$8,113 (+1.9%)
2014
$7,959 (+2.0%)
2013
$7,805 (+3.2%)
2011
$7,566 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,272
Tax history for 74 W Rose Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,820 (+7.8%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2025
$11,889 (+2.3%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2024
$11,621 (+4.2%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2023
$11,151 (+2.1%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2022
$10,919 (−40.0%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2021
$18,185 (+88.8%)
$133,160 + $214,110
$347,270
2020
$9,632 (+2.8%)
$72,690 + $104,820
$177,510
2019
$9,373 (+1.8%)
$72,690 + $104,820
$177,510
2018
$9,209 (+2.1%)
2017
$9,018 (+11.2%)
2015
$8,113 (+1.9%)
2014
$7,959 (+2.0%)
2013
$7,805 (+3.2%)
2011
$7,566 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,272
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.