Located in desirable Swarthmorewood, the everlasting charm of this well kept twin home is a must see. As you walk in the front door, you'll feel instantly invited into the open dining and cozy living room space. The expansive living room bay window and wall of windows in the dining room provide abundant natural light. Traveling beyond the dining room you'll find a lovely galley kitchen with plenty of storage space as well as access to a spacious deck with beautiful views of the tree lined backyard. Off the kitchen is a convenient powder room and a large finished basement. Three spacious bedrooms greet you as you walk upstairs. The master bedroom includes 2 closets as well as a quaint alcove that can accommodate various needs. Finishing out this floor is the full bathroom with all the best vintage vibes and a hall linen closet for additional storage. A truly lovable home all in walking distance to public transportation, local stores, schools, and park.
TownhomeProperty Type
1957Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kristie Manalo• Keller Williams Main Line
•610-520-0100 (broker)
•info@mainlinekw.com (broker)
Bought with Chiara Best• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Fabulous Swarthmorewood Twin which has been lovingly maintained by the original owner and waiting for the next buyer to move right in an enjoy this great "move-in condition" property! This pristine home has been freshly painted, has brand new carpets and flooring . Featuring: Large Master bedroom with two nice sized closets, two additional bedrooms, a formal living room w/ bow window, formal dining room, lovely galley kitchen with extra cabinets and new flooring, a new half-bath on the 1st floor, a finished walk-out basement and workshop area which exits to a backyard patio. Kitchen exits to nice sized rear deck overlooking a lovely backyard! Great neighborhood and within walking distance to public transportation, stores, schools, and park. Easy commute to Rte. 476 and I-. 95. Virtual tour will be added to preview this beautiful home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,838 (+13.0%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2025
$6,935 (+2.1%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2024
$6,794 (+4.5%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2023
$6,498 (+3.3%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2022
$6,290 (−35.4%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2021
$9,736 (+61.3%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2020
$6,037 (+1.9%)
$29,470 + $77,400
$106,870
2019
$5,927 (+1.3%)
$29,470 + $77,400
$106,870
2018
$5,853
2017
$5,852 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,703 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,690 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,527 (+3.0%)
2011
$5,368 (+8.1%)
2010
$4,963
Tax history for 1516 Blackrock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,838 (+13.0%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2025
$6,935 (+2.1%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2024
$6,794 (+4.5%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2023
$6,498 (+3.3%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2022
$6,290 (−35.4%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2021
$9,736 (+61.3%)
$57,720 + $137,940
$195,660
2020
$6,037 (+1.9%)
$29,470 + $77,400
$106,870
2019
$5,927 (+1.3%)
$29,470 + $77,400
$106,870
2018
$5,853
2017
$5,852 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,703 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,690 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,527 (+3.0%)
2011
$5,368 (+8.1%)
2010
$4,963
*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
2
Lot width
31 ft.
Lot depth
103 ft.
Lot size
3,311 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,224
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
38020016700
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
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $137,940
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 31.00 x 103.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $57,720
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: $1,068
County Tax: $586
School Tax: $4,634
Tax Assessed Value: $195,660
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $6,289
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: RIDLEY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: .
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,224
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,311 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 38020016700
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Grace Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Ridley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Ridley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Swarthmore, PA • 19081
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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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4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$349,000 – $422,000
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