212 S CHESTER ROADSWARTHMORE, PA 19081

Single Family · 6 Beds · 3 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 3,276 Sq. ft. | 0.44 Acres
$860,000 ACTIVE

212 S CHESTER ROAD Overview

Time on Site:
50 days
Visits:
63

Magnificent 1900s Swarthmore home with unparalleled charm. Think soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, a classic wrap-around front porch, dual staircases and more. Wonderful location—just two blocks from the train and town center and directly across the street from Swarthmore College grounds. This stunning three-story home features six Bedrooms and two versatile Bonus Rooms (currently utilized as an Office and Yoga Room) across the upper floors. Enter through the Front Porch into a spectacular Living Room, complete with a gas fireplace, cozy built-in bench, and oversized diamond-pane windows that flood the space with natural light. A stunning Dining Room follows—big enough for your largest holiday table. The updated eat-in Kitchen with a new Samsung fridge is located at the rear of the home. There is also a Mud Room Suite in this area, offering a Powder Room, Laundry area, and ample storage for coats, boots, and backpacks. Here you will also discover a delightful and spacious Screened Porch—a serene retreat for quiet mornings or summer evening meals. Head up the grand staircase to the second floor where you will find the Primary Suite, offering a walk-in closet and ensuite Bath with a stall shower, jacuzzi tub and dark walnut vanity. On this level there are also two additional Bedrooms plus an Office (with a small balcony!) and a Hall Bath. The third floor offers three more spacious Bedrooms and a dedicated Yoga Room. There is a Hall Bath on this floor too with a tub/shower combination, crisp white subway tile and pretty glass doors that open to a linen closet (and there is a hook up for washer & dryer here too!). The Basement is unfinished, but provides significant storage. Outside, there is a fully fenced in area on the side of the house that was used as a dog run by the previous owners, where you will also find a patio. The driveway and rear of the home are conveniently accessed from Harvard Avenue. (follow the signs!). Walk to town, train, schools, town pool and more from this gem of a home - offering nearly 4000 square feet of space and historic charm. Swarthmore Borough is a small college town located just outside Philadelphia and 15 minutes from Philadelphia Airport. Award-winning schools including Strath Haven High School - which boasts the largest marching band in the state with one out of every three students at the school participating!

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212 S CHESTER ROAD Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 3,276
  • Price/Sq.ft. $263
  • Lot 0.44 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: No
  • Condo/Coop Association: No

Listing Information

  • Real Estate Owned: No
  • Short Sale: No

Building Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Total SQFT: 3276
  • Year Built: 1905

Location/Region

  • Country: US
  • County: DELAWARE
  • County Or Parish: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area Major: Swarthmore Boro (10443)
  • Subdivision Name: NONE AVAILABLE

Parking Information

  • Type of Parking: Driveway

Tax Information

  • City/Town Tax: 2023.00
  • City/Town Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • County Tax: 2098.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • School Tax: 14190.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $18,312.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 455230.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • Inclusions: Kitchen fridge, Washer, Dryer all in as is condition at time of settlement.
  • Property Type: Residential
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Interior

Building Information

  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Parking Information

  • Garage: No

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 6

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Structure Type: Detached

Building Interior

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3276
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas

General Information

  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: 3
  • Living Area: 3276
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior

Lot Information

  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 85.00 x 207.00
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19166.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • Water Oriented: No
  • Water View: No
  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry

General Information

  • Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Access: No

212 S CHESTER ROAD Neighborhood

Community

19081 (SWARTHMORE) Demographics

37
Median Age
4,510
Population Density (per sq. mile)
68%
College Educated
$106,356
Estimated Median Income
2,998
Estimated Total Home Owners
601
Estimated Total Renters
83% / 17%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.
* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

212 S CHESTER ROAD Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$615,118
Average List Price
$349
Average Price per Square Foot
12
Properties Sold
165
Average Days on Market
32
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

212 S CHESTER ROAD History

Date Event Value Agent
6/15/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS Price Reduction
$860,000 -4.4%
Jeanne Maillet
Listing Agent
5/28/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS Price Reduction
$899,999 -4.3%
Jeanne Maillet
Listing Agent
5/12/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS Status Change
ACTIVE
Jeanne Maillet
Listing Agent
5/10/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS Added to Database
May 10, 2026
Jeanne Maillet
Listing Agent
12/3/2024Source: BRIGHT MLS Added to Database
August 10, 2021
Listing provided courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Media- MLS# PADE2113888MLS ProviderContact Information: 6105663000