Come view the complete transformation of a 1950's expanded ranch home into an open-concept modern farmhouse. This impressive 4,980 square foot stone home is prominently situated on almost 1.5 acres in one of the loveliest neighborhoods in the heart of Rose Valley, in the award-winning Wallingford/Swarthmore school district. A custom bluestone paver walkway leads you past newly designed landscaping to a portico entrance. The light-filled foyer opens to an expansive living room which has a stone fireplace and French doors leading to a private patio. The dining room has shiplap walls and stunning views to a custom Goebelwood kitchen. No detail has been spared. Designed for gatherings of family and friends, the kitchen includes a stainless farmhouse sink, quartz counters, full walk in pantry and a wine cooler. The kitchen space blends seamlessly into a spacious great room that overlooks a second patio with an outdoor kitchen designed for open air entertaining. This first floor also includes a master bedroom suite, 2 additional bedrooms, laundry room, multiple closets and 2 1/2 baths. On the second floor are 2 bedrooms and a spacious hall bath. For movie or game night entertaining, the lower level has a unique stone recreation room with gas fireplace and a bar. A separate exercise space, utility room, and powder room complete this level. With a new roof, new farmhouse style windows, hardwood floors, a multi-zoned heating system, central air conditioning and security system throughout, plus a two-car garage, this home is better than new.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
1.39 acresLot Size
$281Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dave Welsh• D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC
•610-543-0560 (broker)
Listed by Becky Hansen• D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC
•610-543-0560 (broker)
Bought with Brooke Penders• Coldwell Banker Realty
Wow! This is such a unique home on a beautiful lot in the highly desirable Rose Valley Borough. Approaching this house situated atop a hill lined with Cherry trees (which are exquisite when in bloom!) is quite impressive. Enjoy over a full acre of property with much privacy in the back to relax, play, and entertain. There is a two car, built in garage with access to the very large breezeway. Let's enter through the front door, though, into the welcoming foyer. The grand living room is situated to the left that displays a fireplace at one end and many windows allowing plenty of sunlight to flow into the room. To the right of the foyer is the generous sized dining room for all of your future entertaining. You will find the eat-in kitchen to the other side of the dining room with views to the front yard and access to the large breezeway offering a sliding glass door to the front yard and another door to the backyard along with a wall of windows. This room is lovely to enjoy as its original intended use but enclosing it into a family room is ideal due to its location to the kitchen. Back to the foyer! You will notice the long hallway straight ahead leading to the three bedrooms on the main level and a powder room. Two large bedrooms (both with good closet space) with a Jack-n-Jill bathroom. The master bedroom can accommodate plenty of large furniture and offers his and her double wide closets. The masterbath includes a standing shower. Also located in the hallway is access to the stairs leading to the upper level which consists of a very large full bath, a bedroom, and a large living/family room. This is great space for in-law quarters. Every room in this custom built, * mid-century modern * (glam of another era!) house is BIG! Finally, the basement. It is divided into two separate rooms plus the unfinished laundry and utility room. One room displays beautiful stone walls with a fireplace and a massive bar. This home was built with entertaining and family enjoyment in mind! Beautiful, new hardwood floors in the foyer, LR, and hallway. Newer hardwood in the DR. Original hardwood subfloors that can be refinished in the bedrooms. This is a wonderful homes that needs some updating to bring it back to life and to today's styles and standards. Wonderful neighborhood, within walking distance to the Rose Valley Pool and train station. Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular home! More photos to come.
BRIGHT MLS #PADE432464
May 12, 2003
Listed
$621,000
$125/sq ft
May 12, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,638 (+7.8%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2025
$20,067 (+2.3%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2024
$19,613 (+4.2%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2023
$18,820 (+2.1%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2022
$18,429 (−40.0%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2021
$30,691 (+88.5%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2020
$16,278 (+2.8%)
$86,860 + $213,140
$300,000
2019
$15,841 (+1.8%)
$86,860 + $213,140
$300,000
2018
$15,564 (+2.1%)
2017
$15,242 (+4.7%)
2015
$14,563 (+1.9%)
2014
$14,287 (+2.0%)
2013
$14,012 (+3.2%)
2011
$13,582 (+4.0%)
2010
$13,055
Tax history for 8 Hilltop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,638 (+7.8%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2025
$20,067 (+2.3%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2024
$19,613 (+4.2%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2023
$18,820 (+2.1%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2022
$18,429 (−40.0%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2021
$30,691 (+88.5%)
$195,490 + $390,620
$586,110
2020
$16,278 (+2.8%)
$86,860 + $213,140
$300,000
2019
$15,841 (+1.8%)
$86,860 + $213,140
$300,000
2018
$15,564 (+2.1%)
2017
$15,242 (+4.7%)
2015
$14,563 (+1.9%)
2014
$14,287 (+2.0%)
2013
$14,012 (+3.2%)
2011
$13,582 (+4.0%)
2010
$13,055
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
60,418
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
4,980
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
39000011600
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Feb 26, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Trash Compactor