Welcome Home to 1424 Blackrock Road! Nestled in the highly sought-after Swarthmorewood community, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of warmth, functionality, and move-in ready peace of mind - an incredible opportunity for first-time buyers ready to put down roots. For added confidence, the sellers are also including a 1-year home warranty from American Home Shield ($400 value). Step inside and feel instantly at home. The open-concept kitchen serves as the true heart of the home, featuring a center island, recessed lighting, newer flooring, and a bright dining area with French doors that open to a large deck and fully fenced backyard. Whether you're hosting summer gatherings, planting your first garden, or enjoying a quiet morning coffee outdoors, this space was designed for making memories. A convenient powder room is located just off the kitchen for added ease. The spacious living room is filled with natural sunlight from oversized windows and showcases durable luxury vinyl flooring - creating a welcoming space for cozy nights in or entertaining friends and family. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms with lighted ceiling fans, an updated center hall bath, and a primary bedroom complete with 2 closets - offering comfort, storage, and everyday practicality. The finished basement adds valuable bonus living space - perfect for a playroom, home office, workout area, or media room - while the unfinished section provides ample storage and laundry facilities. A brand new hot water heater (February 2026) adds additional peace of mind. Situated on a quaint, tree-lined street within the Ridley Area School District, you’ll enjoy easy access to Swarthmore Borough, local parks, community events, shopping, dining, public transportation, and I-476 for convenient commuting. Move-in ready and filled with opportunity, this is more than just a house - it’s a place to begin your next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to call it home.
For sale
Price cut: $2.5K (3/19)
$362,500
1424 Blackrock Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
3beds
1,224sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
3,485 Square Feet Lot
$359,600 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced backyardLarge deckOversized windowsConvenient powder roomUpdated center hall bathQuaint tree-lined streetCenter island
- 30 days |
- 3,775 |
- 194 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 26, 2026 at 01:44pm
Listed by:
Lina Ashton 267-205-9382,
Keller Williams Real Estate - Media 6105651995
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2108704
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 80.0
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Block Walls
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Double Hung, Sliding
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,224
- Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Shared Driveway, Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Vinyl,Full
Lot
- Size: 3,485 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35.00 x 100.00
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 38020018700
- Zoning: R-10
- Zoning description: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Swarthmorewood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swarthmore
- Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,320
- Annual tax amount: $7,502
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Shed, All In As-is Condition With No Monetary Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$359,600
$342,000 - $378,000
$2,331/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $362,500-0.7%$296/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $365,000-1.4%$298/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $370,000+23.3%$302/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Sold | $300,000+3.4%$245/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2031848 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2022 | Pending sale | $290,000$237/sqft |
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| 8/15/2022 | Contingent | $290,000$237/sqft |
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| 8/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $290,000+41.5%$237/sqft |
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| 8/29/2014 | Sold | $205,000$167/sqft |
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| 7/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $205,000+6.8%$167/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6429410 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2006 | Sold | $192,000+81.1%$157/sqft |
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| 7/9/1998 | Sold | $106,000$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,852 +2.1% | $193,320 |
| 2024 | $6,712 +4.5% | $193,320 |
| 2023 | $6,420 +3.3% | $193,320 |
| 2022 | $6,214 | $193,320 |
| 2021 | $6,214 +1035.7% | $193,320 +92.9% |
| 2020 | $547 -1.5% | $100,200 |
| 2019 | $556 -89.9% | $100,200 |
| 2018 | $5,488 +898% | $100,200 |
| 2017 | $550 | $100,200 |
| 2016 | $550 | $100,200 |
| 2015 | $550 -2% | $100,200 |
| 2014 | $561 +4.9% | $100,200 |
| 2013 | $535 +0.8% | $100,200 |
| 2012 | $531 +2.3% | $100,200 |
| 2011 | $519 | $100,200 |
| 2010 | $519 +9.7% | $100,200 |
| 2009 | $473 | $100,200 |
| 2008 | $473 +6.1% | $100,200 |
| 2007 | $446 | $100,200 |
| 2006 | $446 | $100,200 |
| 2005 | $446 | $100,200 |
| 2004 | $446 +8.5% | $100,200 |
| 2003 | $411 +7.9% | $100,200 |
| 2002 | $381 | $100,200 |
| 2000 | $381 | $100,200 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,344/mo
Principal & interest
$1824
Property taxes
$520
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Grace Park El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Ridley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Ridley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Grace Park
- Middle: Ridley
- High: Ridley
- District: Ridley
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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