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219 LAFAYETTE AVE Swarthmore, PA 19081
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Key Details
Sold Price $439,150
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,958 sqft
Price per Sqft $224
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID 1001195749
Sold Date 02/15/18
Style Bungalow
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,958
Originating Board TREND
Year Built 1911
Annual Tax Amount $10,762
Tax Year 2017
Lot Size 4,922 Sqft
Acres 0.11
Lot Dimensions 71X78
Property Description
Located in the heart of Swarthmore, this charming Arts & Crafts style home has been wonderfully updated and is move-in ready! With 3 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, there are lovely details everywhere including refinished hardwood floors, built-in shelves, a stunning fireplace and so much more! The house is situated on an attractive, secluded lot with a meandering stream running through the front yard. The front porch which stretches along the entire length of the home is the perfect spot for taking in the bucolic setting. A spacious foyer welcomes you into the home! To the left is a huge living room. There is an entire wall of windows, a large wood-burning fireplace with brick surround, a built-in bench and built-in shelves which all make this space very special. Just through the foyer is the dining room, streaming with natural light, and a lovely chair rail adds even more character. Adjacent to the dining room is the renovated kitchen with a large breakfast room. There are stainless steel appliances including a GE gas range,a brand new Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid refrigerator, as well as a farm sink, and plenty of charming kitchen cabinets. A back door leads outdoors and to the basement. Up a turned staircase, you will find a very spacious second floor foyer. Over a half-wall to the left is a sunken sitting area, with another wall of windows and lots of architectural interest. It is completely charming and the perfect hangout space! A French door leads into a home office. There are also 3 spacious bedrooms on this level, all with hardwood floors and good closet space. Two full baths, recently renovated, are quite luxurious with ceramic tile, bead board and more! There is a staircase leading from the 2nd floor foyer up to an unfinished attic, which provides an abundance of extra storage. There is also a full, unfinished basement where the laundry is housed, and where there is a brand new hot water heater. There is central air conditioning, newer windows and a one-car detached garage. Just a stone's throw to the town center, train station, college, shopping, restaurants and public library. Don't miss out on this wonderful home! One year seven star home warranty included!
Location
State PA
County Delaware
Area Swarthmore Boro (10443)
Zoning RESID
Direction Southwest
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other, Attic
Basement Full, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Stall Shower, Dining Area
Hot Water Electric
Heating Oil, Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Brick
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace Y
Window Features Replacement
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal
Heat Source Oil
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es)
Garage Spaces 1.0
Utilities Available Cable TV
Accessibility None
Porch Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Level, Front Yard
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Bungalow
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Swarthmore-Rutledge School
Middle Schools Strath Haven
High Schools Strath Haven
School District Wallingford-Swarthmore
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 43-00-00708-00
Ownership Fee Simple
Security Features Security System
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Bought with Donald Hibberd • BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square