OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2023 for $335K

$405,420

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,660/mo

•

1,374

sq ft

1523 Blackrock Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

About this home

Welcome to 1523 BlackRock Road in the highly sought after area of Swarthmore-wood in Ridley Township. This wonderful home features 3 nice sized bedrooms, 2 full bathroom and partialy finished basement which can be used as a den or 4th bedroom. All Major renovations were done in 2018 which include: all new windows, kitchen, bathroom fixtures, light fixtures, switches and outlets, panel box, finished basement, interior and exterior doors. Water heater and HVAC system. Shower installed in 2019, hardwood floor in living room and all bedrooms installed in 2019. Dryer bought in 2021 The large fenced back yard offers perfect space for gardening or entertaining! House is conveniently located near schools, parks and shops, Swarthmore College, I-95 and RT 476! The Swarthmore train station is about a mile away.

TownhomeProperty Type

1950Year Built

2,614 sq ftLot Size

$295Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Dave Smith • Coldwell Banker Realty

•610-566-1100 (broker)

Listed by Brooke Penders • Coldwell Banker Realty

•610-566-1100 (broker)

Bought with Nicole Erickson • Keller Williams Main Line

•610-520-0100 (broker)

•info@mainlinekw.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PADE2052202

Redfin Estimate

$405,420

$70K since sold in October 2023$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 25.1% higher than the average sale price ($324K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$324,900
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,224 sq ft
1435 Grace Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$300,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,224 sq ft
1420 Grace Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$307,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,224 sq ft
1402 Conway Dr, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$342,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,224 sq ft
1510 Blackrock Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$325,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,504 sq ft
838 Colwell Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$346,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,404 sq ft
704 Swarthmorewood Ln, Swarthmore, PA 19081

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Market trends in 19081, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$370K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

19 days MoM

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5 MoM

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Sale history for 1523 Blackrock Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PADE2052202

Oct 24, 2023

Sold

$335,000

$244/sq ft

Oct 23, 2023

Pending

—

Aug 29, 2023

Contingent

—

Aug 19, 2023

Listed

$350,000

$255/sq ft

Aug 16, 2023

Coming Soon

$350,000

$255/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PADE2008692

Nov 9, 2021

Sold

$265,000

$193/sq ft

Oct 27, 2021

Pending

—

Oct 7, 2021

Contingent

—

Oct 1, 2021

Listed

$259,900

$189/sq ft

+19

Welcome to 1523 BlackRock Road in the highly sought area of Swarthmorewood in Ridley Township. This wonderful home features 3 nice sized bedrooms, 2 full bathroom and partial finished basement which can be used as family room or 4th bedroom. All Major renovations were done in 2018 which include: all new windows, kitchen, bathroom fixtures, light fixtures, switches and outlets, panel box, finished basement, interior and exterior doors. Water heater and HVAC system. Shower installed in 2019, hardwood floor in living room and all bedrooms installed in 2019. Dryer bought in 2021 The large fenced back yard offers perfect space for gardening or entertaining! House is conveniently located near schools, parks and shops, Swarthmore College, I-95 and RT 476! The Swarthmore train station is about a mile away.

BRIGHT MLS #PADE229308

Jan 25, 2019

Sold

$220,000

$160/sq ft

Dec 19, 2018

Pending

—

Dec 7, 2018

Listed

$225,000

$164/sq ft

+16

NEW NEW and NEW!! Make an appointment today to see this completely renovated Swarthmorewood twin. Enter at the side of the house into the large living room and dining room with new vinyl replacement windows. The kitchen is done with white cabinets, tile floor and back splash, granite counter tops, new gas range, dishwasher and microwave. The first floor half bath is all new. The master bedroom had two nice size closets, there are two additional bedrooms and a remolded bathroom with new vanity and floor. The basement is finished for a relaxing or entertaining area, still leaving enough area for storage, laundry and utility area. The new features also include all of the windows, bathroom fixtures, electric panel box and lighting and new interior and exterior doors. Great location, walk to Blackrock Park, stores, train and/or bus. Just a few minutes to I-95 and I-476.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,630 (+13.0%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2025

$6,751 (+2.1%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2024

$6,614 (+4.5%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2023

$6,326 (+3.3%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2022

$6,123 (−35.4%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2021

$9,478 (+74.1%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2020

$5,443 (+1.9%)

$29,080 + $67,280

$96,360

2019

$5,344 (+1.3%)

$29,080 + $67,280

$96,360

2018

$5,277

2017

$5,277 (+2.6%)

2015

$5,142 (+0.2%)

2014

$5,130 (+2.9%)

2013

$4,983 (+3.0%)

2011

$4,840 (+8.1%)

2010

$4,475

Tax history for 1523 Blackrock Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,630 (+13.0%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2025

$6,751 (+2.1%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2024

$6,614 (+4.5%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2023

$6,326 (+3.3%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2022

$6,123 (−35.4%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2021

$9,478 (+74.1%)

$56,970 + $133,500

$190,470

2020

$5,443 (+1.9%)

$29,080 + $67,280

$96,360

2019

$5,344 (+1.3%)

$29,080 + $67,280

$96,360

2018

$5,277

2017

$5,277 (+2.6%)

2015

$5,142 (+0.2%)

2014

$5,130 (+2.9%)

2013

$4,983 (+3.0%)

2011

$4,840 (+8.1%)

2010

$4,475

*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

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

32 ft.

Lot depth

100 ft.

Lot size

2,788 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2018

Sq. Ft.

1,224

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Delaware County

APN

38020019600

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Driveway, On Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Den
Laundry Type: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 150
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $133,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Semi-Detached

Exterior Information
Fencing: Vinyl

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 32.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $56,970

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,224
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 150
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,040
County Tax: $571
School Tax: $4,511
Tax Assessed Value: $190,470
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $6,122

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes

Location

School Information
High School: RIDLEY
School District Name: RIDLEY
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Directions: Use G. P. S
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,224
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,788 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Delaware County
APN: 38020019600

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 • 1.4mi

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

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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

$386,000 – $467,000

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Home values near 1523 Blackrock Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1540 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$356,862
1526 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$295,100

Address	Redfin Estimate
1522 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$368,227
1524 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$362,359

Address	Redfin Estimate
1520 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1448 Sq. Ft.	$369,903
1511 Blackrock Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$380,000

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