1531 Blackrock Road in Swarthmorewood, a beautifully updated three bedroom, one and a half bath twin set on an oversized home site offering approximately 1,774 square feet of living space across three levels. This move in ready home has been thoughtfully updated inside and out, starting with its attractive curb appeal featuring brand new board-and-batten siding. Inside, engineered wood flooring, recessed lighting, and energy-efficient replacement windows create a warm and modern feel throughout. The main level offers a comfortable living room filled with natural light from the bow window, a functional kitchen with upgraded wood cabinetry including a pantry cabinet, solid surface counters and updated appliances. A convenient half bath is also included on the main level. Fun and relaxing times will certainly be had on the enclosed patio complete with ceiling fans and electric adding an additional year-round living and entertaining space. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms share a modern full bath, while the walk-out, partially finished lower level provides flexible bonus space for a recreation room, home office, or gym, along with laundry hookups. Additional improvements include an updated HVAC system, natural gas forced-air heating, and central air conditioning for year-round comfort. The fenced yard and patio make outdoor living easy, and a private driveway offers off-street parking for two vehicles. Perfectly situated in desirable Swarthmorewood with the added privacy of township open space directly across the street, this home combines modern upgrades, an oversized home site, and a convenient location close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and major roadways for commuting to Center City Philadelphia, the airport, and beyond.
Best location in the neighborhood! This is the house that everyone rides by and wonders if it will ever go for sale! Well, here it is! Beautifully maintained Swarthmorewood twin with one of the largest yards in the neighborhood. Pull into your private driveway and enter the house through the large enclosed porch. The entrance foyer is done in ceramic tile that leads to the large living room with lots of sunlight and the formal dining room. The newer kitchen has plenty of cabinet and counter space and an outside exit to the huge patio and shed. The second floor has a very large master bedroom with a double door organized closet. There are two additional bedrooms and a newer ceramic tile bath all done in neutral colors. The attic has new pull down stairs for easy access for additional storage. The basement is a huge finished space with wall to wall carpeting and tile floor and an electric fireplace. Still allowing for laundry and storage with an outside exit to the back yard. This home has newer wall to wall carpeting in the living room and dining room. There are hardwood floors under all of the carpets first floor and second floor. There is newer gas heat and central air, 200 amp electrical service and six panel doors.
Public Records
Jan 21, 1986
Sold
$67,500
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,965 (+13.0%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2025
$7,048 (+2.1%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2024
$6,904 (+4.5%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2023
$6,603 (+3.3%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2022
$6,392 (−35.4%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2021
$9,894 (+58.6%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2020
$6,239 (+1.9%)
$31,760 + $78,690
$110,450
2019
$6,125 (+1.3%)
$31,760 + $78,690
$110,450
2018
$6,049
2017
$6,048 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,894 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,880 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,712 (+3.0%)
2011
$5,548 (+8.1%)
2010
$5,130
Tax history for 1531 Blackrock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,965 (+13.0%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2025
$7,048 (+2.1%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2024
$6,904 (+4.5%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2023
$6,603 (+3.3%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2022
$6,392 (−35.4%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2021
$9,894 (+58.6%)
$62,210 + $136,620
$198,830
2020
$6,239 (+1.9%)
$31,760 + $78,690
$110,450
2019
$6,125 (+1.3%)
$31,760 + $78,690
$110,450
2018
$6,049
2017
$6,048 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,894 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,880 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,712 (+3.0%)
2011
$5,548 (+8.1%)
2010
$5,130
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,922 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,224
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
38020019900
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.