OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2019 for $520K

$743,813

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,466/mo

•

1,814

sq ft

303 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

About this home

This mid-century modern home with Japanese influence was designed by noted architect, J. Roy Carroll in 1968. The home features gorgeous herringbone wood floors and a fabulous cathedral ceiling. There is living room, dining area, eat-in kitchen and family room in addition to the 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms. There are also several sliding doors (all newer) leading to the backyard which has a courtyard feel with lovely bluestone patio and wood pergola. This is simple living at its best and the location is unparalleled - a short distance from downtown Swarthmore, SEPTA rail line and local commerce!

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

6,926 sq ftLot Size

$410Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Heidi Foggo • Compass RE

•267-435-8015 (broker)

•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)

Bought with Craig Wakefield • Compass RE

•267-435-8015 (broker)

•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PADE436898

Redfin Estimate

$743,813

$223K since sold in March 2019$9,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 54.8% higher than the average sale price ($480K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$601,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,910 sq ft
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D
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E
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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

100.0%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$325K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 303 Chestnut Ave

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PADE436898

Mar 29, 2019

Sold

$520,600

$287/sq ft

Mar 3, 2019

Pending

—

Feb 20, 2019

Contingent

—

Feb 15, 2019

Listed

$525,000

$289/sq ft

TREND #5960126

Nov 16, 2011

Sold

$429,900

$237/sq ft

Oct 13, 2011

Listed

$429,900

$237/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004545342

Nov 16, 2011

Sold

$429,900

$237/sq ft

Oct 17, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Oct 13, 2011

Listed

$429,900

$237/sq ft

Built in 1968 by noted architect J. Roy Carroll. This house was featured in Swarthmore's 2010 Historic Home Tour. Mid-century modern with Japanese influence; fenced courtyard backyard that can be enjoyed from every room. One floor living; Kitchen with gourmet Jenn air gas range and wooden cathedral ceilings throughout. All new baths. Close to train and college campus. This house will "Wow" you. Owner is a PA real estate licensed agent.

Public Records

Nov 5, 2008

Sold

$265,000

$146/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1005855360

Aug 9, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jul 3, 2008

Listed

$285,000

$157/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 6, 1990

Sold

$146,000

$80/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$16,783 (+9.0%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2025

$15,401 (+2.4%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2024

$15,035 (+4.0%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2023

$14,453 (+2.7%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2022

$14,070 (−38.6%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2021

$22,916 (+141.8%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2020

$9,477 (+2.6%)

$110,160 + $52,285

$162,445

2019

$9,239 (+1.7%)

$110,160 + $52,285

$162,445

2018

$9,086 (+2.3%)

2017

$8,881 (+4.9%)

2015

$8,468 (+1.6%)

2014

$8,334 (+2.1%)

2013

$8,161 (+2.6%)

2011

$7,952 (+4.1%)

2010

$7,641

Tax history for 303 Chestnut Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$16,783 (+9.0%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2025

$15,401 (+2.4%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2024

$15,035 (+4.0%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2023

$14,453 (+2.7%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2022

$14,070 (−38.6%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2021

$22,916 (+141.8%)

$147,720 + $269,500

$417,220

2020

$9,477 (+2.6%)

$110,160 + $52,285

$162,445

2019

$9,239 (+1.7%)

$110,160 + $52,285

$162,445

2018

$9,086 (+2.3%)

2017

$8,881 (+4.9%)

2015

$8,468 (+1.6%)

2014

$8,334 (+2.1%)

2013

$8,161 (+2.6%)

2011

$7,952 (+4.1%)

2010

$7,641

*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

Stories

Lot width

75 ft.

Lot depth

96 ft.

Lot size

6,926 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,814

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Delaware County

APN

43000020301

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Door Features: Sliding Glass
Interior Features: Entry Level Bedroom, Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $52,285
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $110,160

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,814
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $922
County Tax: $910
School Tax: $7,430
Tax Assessed Value: $162,445
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $9,262

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
Elementary School: SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School: STRATH HAVEN
High School: STRATH HAVEN
School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Cross Street: College Avenue
Directions: 320 S; Left onto College Ave; Left onto Chestnut Avenue
Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,814
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,926 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 43000020301

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Swarthmore-Rutledge School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

10/10

Strath Haven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

9/10

Strath Haven High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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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

6/10 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

4/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 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

$707,000 – $856,000

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Home values near 303 Chestnut Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
304 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2748 Sq. Ft.	$850,435
310 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3543 Sq. Ft.	$966,122

Address	Redfin Estimate
306 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2022 Sq. Ft.	$742,162
305 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2175 Sq. Ft.	$572,090

Address	Redfin Estimate
308 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1292 Sq. Ft.	$490,028
307 Chestnut Ave, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1627 Sq. Ft.	$424,260

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