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40 WELLESLEY RD Swarthmore, PA 19081
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Key Details
Sold Price $1,215,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,420 sqft
Price per Sqft $144
Subdivision Swarthmore Hills
MLS Listing ID PADE508088
Sold Date 06/01/20
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 8,420
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1916
Annual Tax Amount $47,456
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 1.930 Acres
Acres 1.93
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
Situated on nearly two magnificent acres, Riverview Farm Estate seamlessly blends character and history with 21st century upgrades for today's buyer! Originally built in 1916 as part of a 100-acre dairy farm, this stately home is filled with thoughtful detail throughout. Offering 6 bedrooms and 3.3 bathrooms, many of the original features remain in this Colonial style home, such as wide plank hardwood floors, original trim work and doors, built-in cabinetry, and 10 fireplaces. Upon entering the front door, you are greeted by the grand front-to-back foyer, with formal living and dining rooms on either side, and a beautiful extra wide staircase to the second level. The living room features original built-ins, a wood burning fireplace, and two sets of french doors that open to a covered patio with outdoor fireplace. The dining room with a gas fireplace, is perfect for all of your intimate gatherings. Also, on the first floor, you'll find the office and family room, both with fireplaces! The large family room opens to another outdoor covered patio overlooking the heated, in-ground pool. The updated kitchen and butler's pantry offer gorgeous new granite countertops, new fixtures, updated appliances, and original built-in cabinets. A back staircase leads to a private area with bedroom, sitting area, and an updated full bathroom - perfect as in-law/au pair suite. Continuing on the second floor, you'll find two guest rooms, one that opens to a balcony and offers a half bath and comfy sitting area with fireplace. The large master bedroom features a beautiful master bath updated in 2015, walk-in closet/dressing room, a fireplace, and has a connecting bedroom that could be used as a nursery or separate dressing area. Completing the second floor is an updated jack and jill hall bathroom. The third level of this home features two bedrooms (one currently used as exercise space), half bath, and a grand entertaining space with dormer windows, fireplace, and tall rounded ceilings. A partially finished full basement offers plenty of storage and an oversized laundry room with two washers and dryers. The grounds of this stunning property are professionally landscaped and feature a pond, covered patio areas, and a heated in-ground pool. There is also a detached 3-car garage with an apartment. This beautiful home, with all of its history and charm, is located within walking distance to the many shops and restaurants of Swarthmore Borough including the "Ville", close to the train station and I-95 for an easy commute to Philadelphia, and minutes to downtown Media offering year round activities and festivals! Call now for your appointment to see this amazing home - you won't be disappointed!
Location
State PA
County Delaware
Area Swarthmore Boro (10443)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Bedroom 1, Exercise Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Primary Bathroom
Basement Full, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished
Interior
Interior Features Attic, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Stall Shower, Store/Office, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Heated, Marble, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 11
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Wood
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
Parking Features Oversized
Garage Spaces 3.0
Fence Wood
Pool Fenced, Heated, In Ground
Water Access N
Roof Type Flat,Pitched,Rubber,Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Landscaping, Pond, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Story 3+
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 3+
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Middle Schools Strath Haven
High Schools Strath Haven
School District Wallingford-Swarthmore
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 43-00-01318-00
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Estimated
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Security System
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, Cash
Financing Conventional,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Lavinia Smerconish • Compass RE