Welcome to the adorable 13 Ridley Drive in desirable Wallingford Swarthmore school district. This gorgeous colonial home is the type of home that they just don’t make anymore, with deep window sills, original, solid wood doors, and brass fittings. Think clean, modern, but with old world charm! This home features a lovely open floor plan on the main level including a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace. This room opens up to the charming dining room where there is an island that brings together the dining room and the kitchen. The kitchen features tile floor, and a nice size pantry. The kitchen exits to the back of the home where you can enjoy an enormous backyard that could easily accommodate a swing-set, a garden or other type of backyard oasis! The kitchen also provides access to the lower level where there is a partially finished space with recessed lighting, and a barn door that provides access to the utilities, including the washer and dryer, laundry tub AND and an extra toilet, just in case! The upstairs of the home presents with hardwood floors throughout, a fresh coat of paint, and plenty of closet space. The main hall bath has been updated with a new floor, new vanity, toilet, and fresh coat of paint. Additionally, this home features some terrific updates including a brand new roof just installed in 2024 (with transferrable warranty), updated windows, as well as a recently finished lower level to add on some additional living space. This property is located in a tucked away location across the street from open space and Taylor Arboretum. This home has a long private driveway leading to the detached one car garage (also with a new roof). This home presents with tremendous value for the price. This type of quality-built home with this type of property is hard to come by at this price. Make your appointment today, this property will not last. Please note, 13 Ridley Dr. comes with two separately deeded lots with separate tax bills. The second tax bill is $1400/year (This is estimated and subject to change, please verify). The second lot is considered not buildable.
Property is available, call agent with any questions. Please note that this is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a 1 car detached garage, according to tax records. Listing agent has never been inside property. It is strictly being offered as follows: This property is being sold occupied, in as-is condition with no access and no inspections. Only cash offers will be accepted. This property is now under auction terms. Auction dates are August 2nd- August 4th. Bids will be taken during pre and post sale at the aforementioned website. No minimum starting bid required. Seller has the right (a) to change the date, place, and terms of the sale; (b) to remove the property from the market; and (c) to sell the property prior to the sale. Please contact Listing Agent for details. " A All auction properties are subject to a 5% buyer's premium with a minimum of $2,000 and subject to a reserve price as well as seller confirmation. Total commission paid on auction properties is 5% of the contract sales price: No access will be granted to the property * * * See attachment for PAS requirements and WFHM offer submittal information in MLS document section * * * .
Public Records
Jan 23, 1978
Sold
$45,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,933 (+7.5%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2025
$7,380 (+2.4%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2024
$7,206 (+4.1%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2023
$6,924 (+2.2%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2022
$6,777 (−38.4%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2021
$11,010 (+69.2%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2020
$6,507 (+2.8%)
$34,470 + $77,820
$112,290
2019
$6,328 (+2.0%)
$34,470 + $77,820
$112,290
2018
$6,205 (+2.8%)
2017
$6,034 (+5.3%)
2015
$5,732 (+1.9%)
2014
$5,623 (+2.1%)
2013
$5,507 (+3.4%)
2011
$5,325 (+3.9%)
2010
$5,126
Tax history for 13 Ridley Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,933 (+7.5%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2025
$7,380 (+2.4%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2024
$7,206 (+4.1%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2023
$6,924 (+2.2%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2022
$6,777 (−38.4%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2021
$11,010 (+69.2%)
$53,690 + $148,430
$202,120
2020
$6,507 (+2.8%)
$34,470 + $77,820
$112,290
2019
$6,328 (+2.0%)
$34,470 + $77,820
$112,290
2018
$6,205 (+2.8%)
2017
$6,034 (+5.3%)
2015
$5,732 (+1.9%)
2014
$5,623 (+2.1%)
2013
$5,507 (+3.4%)
2011
$5,325 (+3.9%)
2010
$5,126
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.