Attractive 3 bedroom twin with 2 1/2 baths and a gorgeous finished basement. Located in the Swarthmorewood development of Ridley township. This home features a living room with floor to ceiling bow window, formal dining room and a full updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. Kitchen accesses the heated back porch done in wall to wall carpeting and all vinyl replacement windows. Second level includes a large master bedroom with two closets, two additional bedrooms updated hall bathroom, and laundry facilities. Full finished basement done in drywall with recessed lighting, a full shower bath and separate office or bedroom. The back yard is completely fenced and has a concrete patio. 10 minute walk to SEPTA express train direct to Center City, 5 minute bike ride to Swarthmore College, close to Widener and Media Boro. Just around the corner from I-95 and Route 476, without the noise.
TownhomeProperty Type
1956Year Built
3,407 sq ftLot Size
$313Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Teresa Huddell• RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
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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 738 Hood Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Nov 17, 2014
Sold
$210,000
$172/sq ft
TREND #6449186
Oct 15, 2014
Sold
$210,000
$172/sq ft
Sep 8, 2014
Pending
—
Aug 28, 2014
Listed
$210,000
$172/sq ft
+18
BRIGHT MLS #1003065074
Oct 15, 2014
Sold
$210,000
$172/sq ft
Sep 5, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 28, 2014
Listed
$210,000
$172/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009768448
Sep 16, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jul 13, 2013
Listed
$205,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 2003
Sold
$138,000
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,828 (+13.0%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2025
$6,927 (+2.1%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2024
$6,785 (+4.5%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2023
$6,490 (+3.3%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2022
$6,282 (−35.4%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2021
$9,724 (+77.9%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2020
$5,466 (+1.9%)
$29,640 + $67,110
$96,750
2019
$5,365 (+1.3%)
$29,640 + $67,110
$96,750
2018
$5,299
2017
$5,298 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,163 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,151 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,004 (+3.0%)
2011
$4,859 (+8.1%)
2010
$4,493
Tax history for 738 Hood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,828 (+13.0%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2025
$6,927 (+2.1%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2024
$6,785 (+4.5%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2023
$6,490 (+3.3%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2022
$6,282 (−35.4%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2021
$9,724 (+77.9%)
$58,060 + $137,350
$195,410
2020
$5,466 (+1.9%)
$29,640 + $67,110
$96,750
2019
$5,365 (+1.3%)
$29,640 + $67,110
$96,750
2018
$5,299
2017
$5,298 (+2.6%)
2015
$5,163 (+0.2%)
2014
$5,151 (+2.9%)
2013
$5,004 (+3.0%)
2011
$4,859 (+8.1%)
2010
$4,493
*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
34 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,528 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,224
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
38020115600
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Street
On Street, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 34X100
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,224
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $96,750
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $5,004
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Gas, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: GRACE PARK
Middle Or Junior School: RIDLEY
High School: RIDLEY
School District Name: RIDLEY
Location Information
Cross Street: GRACE RD
Directions: From Mac Dade and Fairview North on Fairview to left on Parklane Rd to left on Hood
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,224
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,528 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 38020115600
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Grace Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Ridley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Ridley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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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
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
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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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
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Estimated sale price
$365,000 – $441,000
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