Skip main navigation
Sold for $408,000 on 10/16/25
  • $408,000

    1531 Blackrock Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

    3beds
    1,774sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    4,792 Square Feet Lot
    $408,100 Zestimate®
    $230/sqft
    $2,700 Estimated rent

    Owner options

    List your home for rent

    $2,700/mo

    Rent Zestimate®

    Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.

    Learn more

    $2,700/mo

    Rent Zestimate®

    Refinance and save

    $2,707/mo

    Est. payment

    Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.

    See today's rates

    $2,707/mo

    Est. payment

    What's special

    1531 Blackrock Road in Swarthmorewood, a beautifully updated three bedroom, one and a half bath twin set on an oversized home site offering approximately 1,774 square feet of living space across three levels. This move in ready home has been thoughtfully updated inside and out, starting with its attractive curb appeal featuring brand new board-and-batten siding. Inside, engineered wood flooring, recessed lighting, and energy-efficient replacement windows create a warm and modern feel throughout. The main level offers a comfortable living room filled with natural light from the bow window, a functional kitchen with upgraded wood cabinetry including a pantry cabinet, solid surface counters and updated appliances. A convenient half bath is also included on the main level. Fun and relaxing times will certainly be had on the enclosed patio complete with ceiling fans and electric adding an additional year-round living and entertaining space. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms share a modern full bath, while the walk-out, partially finished lower level provides flexible bonus space for a recreation room, home office, or gym, along with laundry hookups. Additional improvements include an updated HVAC system, natural gas forced-air heating, and central air conditioning for year-round comfort. The fenced yard and patio make outdoor living easy, and a private driveway offers off-street parking for two vehicles. Perfectly situated in desirable Swarthmorewood with the added privacy of township open space directly across the street, this home combines modern upgrades, an oversized home site, and a convenient location close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and major roadways for commuting to Center City Philadelphia, the airport, and beyond.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 20, 2025 at 01:51pm

    Listed by:

    Jim Rice 302-540-0509,

    Real of Pennsylvania

    Bought with:

    Monique Moffett, RS359402

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2099632MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Description: Percent Finished: 90.0
    • Area: 550
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Lower Level
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Engineered Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
    • Windows: Replacement, Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,774
    • Total interior livable area: 1,774 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,224
    • Finished area below ground: 550

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, Off Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Screened, Patio
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Full
    Lot
    • Size: 4,792 sqft
    • Dimensions: 121.00 x 96.00
    • Features: Corner Lot, Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 38020019900
    • Zoning: RES
    • 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: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Swarthmore
    • Subdivision: Swarthmorewood
    • Municipality: RIDLEY TWP

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    Sell for more on Zillow
    Get a Zillow Showcase℠ listing at no additional cost and you could sell for .
    $408,100
    2% more+$8,162
    With Zillow Showcase(estimated)$416,262