Welcome to 20 Fairview Road — a beautifully renovated, move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in one of Swarthmore's most convenient locations. Step through the front door into a bright, open-concept main level with rich hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and plantation shutters that give the space a polished, finished feel throughout. The fully updated kitchen is the true heart of the home, featuring dark custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic stone tile accent wall, stainless steel appliances, and a professional-grade range with a stainless hood vent. The dining area flows naturally off the kitchen, anchored by a stunning built-in cabinet and chandelier, with French doors leading directly out to the deck — making entertaining and everyday living a pleasure. Outside, the expansive pergola-covered deck overlooks a fully fenced, private backyard: the perfect setting for relaxing or hosting in every season. The lower level adds valuable bonus space with LVP flooring, built-in shelving, a double closet, and its own private entrance — ideal for a home office, gym, or media room. Upstairs you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with great natural light, including a spacious primary suite with recessed lighting and a walk-through dressing area. The updated bath features a dark vanity, white countertops, and modern fixtures. An attached garage and driveway parking round out this exceptional home, along with Sunrun Solar for added energy efficiency and savings. All of this in an unbeatable Swarthmore location — walk to the train station, shops, restaurants, and parks, with direct SEPTA Regional Rail service to Center City Philadelphia, plus easy access to major highways and the airport.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$287Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Downes• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
•610-651-2700 (broker)
Listed by Ady McGowan• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
The A Residence District is designed primarily to provide opportunities for low- to medium-density residential development to complement existing residences and neighborhoods. The A Residence District is also designed to permit various uses related to residential development; to establish regulations to maintain and/or improve the character of the district; and to create opportunities to conserve environmentally sensitive lands through an open space option for residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Park & open space
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
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Swarthmore. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 20 Fairview Rd
$517,241
$7,659 under list price of $525K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $424K to $765K.