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Listed by Tim Owen • Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

$1,249,900

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5 Beds

4 Baths

4,448 SqFt

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315 RUTGERS AVE Swarthmore, PA 19081

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,448 sqft

Price per Sqft $281

Subdivision Swarthmore

MLS Listing ID PADE2100848

Style Contemporary,Mid-Century Modern

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 4,448

Year Built 1952

Annual Tax Amount $26,043

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.820 Acres

Acres 0.82

Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Located in the highly sought-after A + rated Wallingford-Swarthmore school district. This beautifully updated and renovated Contemporary/Mid-Century-Modern home sits on a very desirable block in the always-in-demand Swarthmore Borough neighborhood—where homes like this rarely come to market. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 6 car driveway, a home office, den, separate family and living rooms, Yoga/Pilates/Peloton/Fitness room, 2 indoor and outdoor stone fireplaces, multiple screened porches, a rear deck, first floor: in-law/nanny/au-pair bedroom and full bathroom, kids/pets play/game room, laundry room with sink, cabinetry, counter and storage space and a finished basement with windows perfect for a workshop, home business, arts & crafts, additional storage and more. The huge primary bedroom boasts an en suite full bath, vaulted ceilings and walls of windows. Situated on a large private .82 acre fenced level lot, this property offers a rare combination of style, comfort, and lots of outdoor space. The home boasts a stunning private yard oasis—professionally landscaped and hardscaped—with native pollinator flowers, plants, shrubs, ornamental grasses and specimen trees. The outdoor space is enhanced by a custom Ipe wood rear deck and multiple Ipe wood screened porches, PA fieldstone walkways and garden walls. This expansive yard creates a truly rare outdoor retreat that feels like a private arboretum great for bird and wildlife watching, entertaining, kids, pets, playing, your next party, BBQ or special occasion. Inside, the layout is open and bright, with lots of windows, light, closets and storage. The cozy floor-to-ceiling fireplace with a stone surround and live edge wood mantle is a great focal point in the wide open living and dining rooms open to the kitchen and breakfast rooms. The home is filled with thoughtful updates, including an open cook's kitchen with a breakfast bar and breakfast room, Oakmoss solid wood cabinetry, Brushed Brass faucet, hardware and fixtures, solid surface countertops, tile backsplash, pantry, stainless appliances (cooktop range/oven, range hood, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, disposal), undermount sink, recessed lighting and Oak LVP flooring. The entire interior and exterior of the home has been updated. Additional upgrades and features include Andersen Low-E casement, double-hung and bay windows to bring the outside in, Andersen French and sliding glass doors to the screened porches and yard, restored wood entry doors, interior doors, architectural shingle roof, all baths, gutters, downspouts, 200 + amp electric (multiple panels), multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier furnace and central air HVAC systems, multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier and Mitsubishi cooling and heating mini-split systems, high-efficiency AO Smith hot water heater. The entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted. Original and new hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Other highlights, LED recessed, Brushed Brass and Matte Black lighting throughout, Matte Black exterior lighting, custom closet organization. The home is filled with natural light, generous storage, and abundant space to spread out both indoors and out. Enjoy walkability to CADES school and other top-rated schools, restaurants, coffee shops, cafes, boutiques, parks, trails, hospitals, and universities. This is truly a rare opportunity—a “needle in a haystack” in Swarthmore Borough. Minutes and easy access to Philadelphia International Airport, the Swarthmore SEPTA train station to Center City, Downtown Philadelphia, Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum, Swarthmore Town Center, & the Farmers Market, 1, 476, 95, PA, DE, NJ, Brooklyn, NYC, Poconos, beaches, MD and DC. Easy access to Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Home Depot, Lowe's and more. The convenience is unmatched.

Location

State PA

County Delaware

Area Swarthmore Boro (10443)

Zoning RESIDENTIAL

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Den, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Hobby Room, Primary Bathroom, Screened Porch

Basement Drainage System, Drain, Fully Finished, Improved, Heated, Interior Access, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Water Proofing System, Windows, Workshop

Main Level Bedrooms 1

Interior

Interior Features Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors

Hot Water Electric

Cooling Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat

Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Double Sided, Insert, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood

Inclusions Refrigerator/Freezer, Range/Oven, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Fireplace insert. All inclusions convey in as-is condition.

Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Fireplace Y

Window Features Bay/Bow,Casement,Double Hung,Double Pane,Energy Efficient,ENERGY STAR Qualified,Insulated,Low-E,Replacement,Screens,Sliding

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Heat Source Electric

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened

Garage Spaces 6.0

Fence Privacy, Wood

Water Access N

View Garden/Lawn

Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched

Accessibility None

Porch Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened

Total Parking Spaces 6

Garage N

Building

Lot Description Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Partly Wooded, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Story 2

Foundation Block

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern

Level or Stories 2

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Cathedral Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

School District Wallingford-Swarthmore

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 43-00-01058-00

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 4448

Special Listing Condition Standard

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