Lovely classic stone Cape Cod loaded with charm and a surprising amount of space! This sunlight filled home is over 2400 SF and features hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, a working fireplace in the living room, central air throughout and an attached one car garage. The first floor offers two large bedrooms and full bathroom for home office use, an in-law suite or convenient first floor living. Also on the main level are an entry foyer to an open living room, dining room, sun porch/family room, eat-in-kitchen with door to deck in the back yard. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, a bonus "nook" and a renovated full bathroom with both tub and stall shower. The basement has been waterproofed with 2 sumps and contains the laundry area, storage, utilities and a large room that could serve many purposes. Outside is a secluded, shady yard, private driveway, and newly installed invisible dog fence. Located on a peaceful street, this home will surprise you with its large and sunny rooms and comfortable floor plan. The windows have been replaced and the home updated while preserving its character and appeal. Offering a One Year Home Warranty to Buyers at Settlement. Move in and enjoy all of the wonderful amenities that life in Swarthmore offers!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
$277Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Brooke Penders• Coldwell Banker Realty
•610-566-1100 (broker)
Bought with Becky Hansen• D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC
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Market trends in 19081, PA
Last updated October 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
28
3 MoM
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Sale history for 617 Magill Rd
Date
Event
Price
TREND #6327640
Mar 14, 2014
Sold
$370,000
$151/sq ft
Feb 10, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2014
Listed
$380,000
$155/sq ft
+18
BRIGHT MLS #1002782880
Mar 14, 2014
Sold
$370,000
$151/sq ft
Jan 20, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 17, 2014
Listed
$380,000
$155/sq ft
TREND #6035408
May 25, 2012
Sold
$310,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 9, 2012
Delisted
—
Mar 30, 2012
Listed
$329,000
$134/sq ft
+11
BRIGHT MLS #1003915066
May 25, 2012
Sold
$310,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 3, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 2012
Listed
$329,000
$134/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009370846
Mar 31, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Aug 11, 2011
Listed
$329,000
$134/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009257502
Aug 12, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2011
Listed
$379,500
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 2005
Sold
$400,000
$163/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE164464
Aug 23, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2005
Listed
$400,000
$163/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,861 (+9.0%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2025
$11,801 (+2.4%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2024
$11,521 (+4.0%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2023
$11,075 (+2.7%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2022
$10,782 (−38.6%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2021
$17,560 (+64.2%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2020
$10,692 (+2.6%)
$114,340 + $68,930
$183,270
2019
$10,423 (+1.7%)
$114,340 + $68,930
$183,270
2018
$10,251 (+2.3%)
2017
$10,020 (+4.9%)
2015
$9,554 (+1.6%)
2014
$9,402 (+2.1%)
2013
$9,207 (+2.6%)
2011
$8,972 (+4.1%)
2010
$8,621
Tax history for 617 Magill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,861 (+9.0%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2025
$11,801 (+2.4%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2024
$11,521 (+4.0%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2023
$11,075 (+2.7%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2022
$10,782 (−38.6%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2021
$17,560 (+64.2%)
$153,330 + $166,380
$319,710
2020
$10,692 (+2.6%)
$114,340 + $68,930
$183,270
2019
$10,423 (+1.7%)
$114,340 + $68,930
$183,270
2018
$10,251 (+2.3%)
2017
$10,020 (+4.9%)
2015
$9,554 (+1.6%)
2014
$9,402 (+2.1%)
2013
$9,207 (+2.6%)
2011
$8,972 (+4.1%)
2010
$8,621
*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
5
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
92 ft.
Lot depth
130 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,448
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
43000073100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
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Residential District
The purpose of this chapter is to permit the development of vacant lots and the rebuilding or improvement of structures without altering the existing residential quality of the immediate neighborhood, with preservation of natural features and open space.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Street
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
On Street, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 92X130
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,448
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $183,270
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $9,402
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Oil, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
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
Location Information
Cross Street: CHESTER
Directions: E on Baltimore Pike to 320 S, S on Chester, L on Magill, Home on Right Side
Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,448
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 43000073100
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Swarthmore-Rutledge School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Strath Haven Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Strath Haven High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
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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
$644,000 – $779,000
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