Back on Market - Repositioned and Ready for Its Next Buyer! Welcome to 1424 Blackrock Road in the highly desirable Swarthmorewood community - now offered at an adjusted price to reflect today’s market and present an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking for value and potential. This move-in ready home offers a functional layout with an open-concept kitchen featuring a center island, recessed lighting, newer flooring, and a bright dining area with French doors leading to a spacious deck and fully fenced backyard - perfect for entertaining or everyday living. A convenient powder room is located just off the kitchen. The sun-filled living room provides a warm and inviting space, while upstairs you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms, an updated hall bath, and a primary bedroom with ample closet space. The finished basement adds valuable bonus living space ideal for a playroom, home office, or media room, along with additional storage and laundry. Recent improvements include a new hot water heater (Feb 2026) and updated electrical panel (2022). For added confidence, the seller is also including a 1-year home warranty. Now priced with buyer updates in mind, this home presents a fantastic opportunity to build equity in a sought-after neighborhood. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street with easy access to Swarthmore Borough, parks, shopping, dining, public transportation, and I-476. Second chance opportunity - schedule your showing today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1957Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$286Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lina Ashton• Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
Est. $2,083 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1424 Blackrock Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PADE2108704
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$349,900
$286/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 19, 2026
Price Changed
$349,900
$286/sq ft
Apr 19, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2026
Price Changed
$357,500
$292/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Price Changed
$362,500
$296/sq ft
Mar 9, 2026
Price Changed
$365,000
$298/sq ft
Feb 27, 2026
Listed
$370,000
$302/sq ft
Feb 26, 2026
Coming Soon
$370,000
$302/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE2031848
Sep 22, 2022
Sold
$300,000
$245/sq ft
Sep 6, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 14, 2022
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2022
Listed
$290,000
$237/sq ft
Aug 9, 2022
Coming Soon
$290,000
$237/sq ft
+18
Fantastic new listing in Swarthmorewood! Beautifully Renovated Open Kitchen with Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, New Flooring, and an Open Dining area with French Doors leading out to the 12x18 Deck and Fenced in Yard. Just off the kitchen is Powder Room. Spacious Living Room with new all-weather flooring and windows that allow enormous amounts of sunlight. The second floor has 3 Generously sized Rooms with Lighted Ceiling Fans, a Wonderful Center Hall bath that has been Completely Renovated, and Primary Bedroom with his and her Closets. Don't Miss the Finished Basement for extra Living Space. The unfinished portion of the basement includes ample storage and laundry facilities. Located in a tree lined neighborhood with easy access to Swarthmore borough or I-476 for connection to all major roads. Ridley Area School District.
TREND #6429410
Aug 29, 2014
Sold
$205,000
$167/sq ft
Aug 23, 2014
Pending
—
Jul 24, 2014
Listed
$205,000
$167/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003019782
Aug 29, 2014
Sold
$205,000
$167/sq ft
Jul 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 24, 2014
Listed
$205,000
$167/sq ft
+12
Fantastic new listing in Swarthmorewood! This home has been updated and upgraded from top to bottom! Beautifully remodeled kitchen with Corian counter tops, Kitchen Island, Stainless steel appliances including built in dishwasher and microwave, recessed lighting, Hardwood floors, and an open dining area with French doors leading out to the brand new 12x18 deck and fenced in yard which is perfect for entertaining! Renovated powder room with ceramic tile, Spacious living room with Hardwood floors and new windows that allow enormous amounts of sunlight. The second floor has 3 Generously sized rooms with lighted ceiling fans, a Wonderful Center Hall bath that has been completely renovated, and Master Bedroom with his and her closets. Then we still have the awesome refinished basement with Berber carpet that provides a great amount of additional living space, upgraded electrical panel to 200 amps, central air, all new energy efficient windows, newer hot water heater, outside garden shed, and prime location blocks away from all major arteries, parks and shopping. One Year Home Warranty Included. This is the one!
Public Records
Jan 31, 2006
Sold
$192,000
$157/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE169870
Dec 12, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2005
Listed
$190,000
$155/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE317810
Mar 24, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 1997
Listed
$106,000
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 1988
Sold
$95,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,744 (+13.0%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2025
$6,852 (+2.1%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2024
$6,712 (+4.5%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2023
$6,420 (+3.3%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2022
$6,214 (−35.4%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2021
$9,620 (+70.0%)
$58,270 + $135,050
$193,320
2020
$5,660 (+1.9%)
$29,750 + $70,450
$100,200
2019
$5,557 (+1.3%)
$29,750 + $70,450
$100,200
2018
$5,488
2017
$5,487 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,347 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,335 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,182 (+3.0%)
2011
$5,033 (+8.1%)
2010
$4,654
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
35 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,659 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,224
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
38020018700
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.
Interior Features: Attic, Tub Shower, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Block Walls
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Basement Finished Percent: 80.00
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $135,050
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Window Features: Double Hung, Sliding
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Fencing: Chain Link, Vinyl, Fully
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $58,270
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,224
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,056
County Tax: $748
School Tax: $5,697
Tax Assessed Value: $193,320
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $7,502
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cable
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: GRACE PARK
Middle Or Junior School: RIDLEY
High School: RIDLEY
School District Name: RIDLEY
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Greenway Road
Directions: Please use GPS for most accurate directions
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,224
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,659 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 38020018700
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Grace Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Ridley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Ridley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Swarthmore, PA • 19081
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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41
26
59
37
67
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87
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78
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68
48
56
40
42
28
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Swarthmore. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$397,000 – $481,000
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