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Off Market Jun 2018 for $475K

$864,905

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,039/mo

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518 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

About this home

Welcome to this grand and modern 4 bedroom, 3 full, 2 half bath home in Swarthmore, PA. Enter into a 2 story, sun filled foyer with new hardwood floors (2017) throughout the 1st level. Formal living room leads to a bonus room/office space. The family room is spacious and has sliders plus additional door to the expansive deck. The spacious eat-in kitchen has all new stainless steel appliances, new granite countertops, and tile backsplash (all 2017), and leads to a cozy light filled breakfast room with skylights. The 1st level offers open concept great for family and entertaining. The 1st floor is complete with a mudroom/laundry room and an updated half bath. The fully carpeted 2nd level has 2 bedrooms (BR 1 has a large walk in closet) that share an updated jack and jill bathroom. Bedroom 3 has access to another updated hall bath. The master suite boasts 2 walk in closets and a fully renovated modern en suite with glass enclosure shower, double vanities, and ceramic tile. The fully finished basement has new flooring, a half bath, and walk out. This home is ready for you to move in and enjoy! New roof, soffit, gutters, fascia, and down spouts 2017, new HVAC 2017, new asphalt driveway 2017, new main entry door 2017, new sump pumps 2017, new hardware and fixtures throughout entire home 2017, and new paint throughout. All stucco repairs have been made and reports available. Ready for you to move in and enjoy! Close to 95, train stations, shopping, and more!

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

0.35 acresLot Size

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Susan Manners • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chadds Ford

•610-388-3700 (broker)

•maryanne.steel@foxroach.com (broker)

Listed by Meala Duckworth • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chadds Ford

•610-388-3700 (broker)

•maryanne.steel@foxroach.com (broker)

Bought with Dave Welsh • D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC

•610-543-0560 (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1000379157

Redfin Estimate

$864,905

$390K since sold in June 2018$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 13.5% higher than the average sale price ($762K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$875,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,160 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$725,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,675 sq ft
16 Oak Knoll Dr, Wallingford, PA 19086
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$825,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,445 sq ft
411 Drexel Pl, Swarthmore, PA 19081
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$585,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,288 sq ft
306 S Providence Rd, Wallingford, PA 19086
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$860,000
E
4 beds4.5 baths3,621 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$703,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,631 sq ft
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$3,752/mo

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Market trends in 19081, PA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.3%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$400K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

13d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

$210,000
2 beds2 baths1,240 sq ft
801 Yale Ave #1009, Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 566-3000
$2,000,000
5 beds4 baths4,198 sq ft
425 N Swarthmore Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 822-3356
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Sale history for 518 S Chester Rd

Date

Event

Price

TREND #7001921

Jun 25, 2018

Sold

$475,000

May 7, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 10, 2018

Price Changed

$475,000

Mar 10, 2018

Price Changed

$485,000

Dec 29, 2017

Price Changed

$499,999

Dec 11, 2017

Relisted

—

Nov 1, 2017

Pending

—

Oct 30, 2017

Price Changed

$524,900

Oct 9, 2017

Price Changed

$539,900

Sep 13, 2017

Price Changed

$550,000

Jul 13, 2017

Price Changed

$575,000

Jun 14, 2017

Listed

$599,000

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1000379157

Jun 25, 2018

Sold

$475,000

May 7, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 10, 2018

Price Changed

$475,000

Mar 10, 2018

Price Changed

$485,000

Jun 14, 2017

Listed

$499,999

BRIGHT MLS #1005667942

Jun 16, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Feb 13, 2008

Listed

$379,900

BRIGHT MLS #PADE390596

Sep 14, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 29, 2007

Listed

$569,900

BRIGHT MLS #PADE384438

May 21, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jan 31, 2007

Listed

$549,900

BRIGHT MLS #PADE367726

Jan 31, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Nov 15, 2006

Listed

$599,900

Public Records

Feb 7, 1985

Sold

$32,500

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$17,861 (+9.0%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2025

$16,390 (+2.4%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2024

$16,001 (+4.0%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2023

$15,381 (+2.7%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2022

$14,974 (−38.6%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2021

$24,388 (+43.4%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2020

$17,013 (+2.6%)

$86,560 + $205,040

$291,600

2019

$16,584 (+1.7%)

$86,560 + $205,040

$291,600

2018

$16,310 (+2.3%)

2017

$15,943 (+4.9%)

2015

$15,202 (+1.6%)

2014

$14,959 (+2.1%)

2013

$14,649 (−11.4%)

2011

$16,535 (+4.1%)

2010

$15,888

Tax history for 518 S Chester Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$17,861 (+9.0%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2025

$16,390 (+2.4%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2024

$16,001 (+4.0%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2023

$15,381 (+2.7%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2022

$14,974 (−38.6%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2021

$24,388 (+43.4%)

$120,520 + $323,500

$444,020

2020

$17,013 (+2.6%)

$86,560 + $205,040

$291,600

2019

$16,584 (+1.7%)

$86,560 + $205,040

$291,600

2018

$16,310 (+2.3%)

2017

$15,943 (+4.9%)

2015

$15,202 (+1.6%)

2014

$14,959 (+2.1%)

2013

$14,649 (−11.4%)

2011

$16,535 (+4.1%)

2010

$15,888

*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

80 ft.

Lot depth

202 ft.

Lot size

0.35 Acres

Year renovated

2017

Sq. Ft.

3,108

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Delaware County

APN

43000015901

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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HOA Dues

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Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Other

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Built-In Microwave
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
Wall & Ceiling Types: High

Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Drainage System, Fully Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2017

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 80X202
Tidal Water: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $291,600
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $16,311

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE

Location Information
Cross Street: FAIRVIEW ROAD
Directions: 476N; R on MacDade Blvd; L on Fairview Rd: R on S Chester Rd; Home on Left
Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,108
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Delaware County
APN: 43000015901

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Swarthmore-Rutledge School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Strath Haven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Strath Haven High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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

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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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

$822,000 – $995,000

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Home values near 518 S Chester Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
530 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1492 Sq. Ft.	$469,206
524 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2214 Sq. Ft.	$671,489

Address	Redfin Estimate
510 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2505 Sq. Ft.	$844,979
515 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2209 Sq. Ft.	$528,211

Address	Redfin Estimate
514 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2752 Sq. Ft.	$901,568
519 S Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$479,962

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