This home is enchanting! It was crafted and constructed by the esteemed writer, Grace Livingston Hill. This unique and diverse home perfectly captures the essence of the turn of the century with its magnificent Arts and Crafts elements, graceful archways, and charming turret. While incorporating modern updates, the home has preserved its original charm and character. Updates include; new furnace in 2012; new hot water heater 2017; basement waterproofing with French drains, two sump pumps and wall treatments in 2016-2020; refinished hardwood floors on second floor 2018; balcony resurfaced in 2018; new Samsung stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave in kitchen 2022; stone pointing in 2022; band new fence enclosing backyard in 2022; remodeled second floor powder room 2022 and remodeled primary ensuite bathroom in 2023, both with underfloor heating; new roofs replaced from 2018-2024. Inside, you'll discover many built-in features, cozy fireplaces, stunning terracotta tiling, and elegant hardwood flooring. French doors guide you to a delightful elevated patio, where you can indulge in the awe-inspiring views of the expansive backyard and garden, along with a separate three-car garage. From the inviting covered front porch to the turret that offers panoramic views of the surrounding trees and rooftops, it is truly one of a kind.
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
215 Cornell Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081
7beds
4,895sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
0.46 Acres Lot
$1,214,600 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$4,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,214,600
$1.09M - $1.36M
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Cozy fireplacesCharming turretExpansive backyard and gardenSurrounding trees and rooftopsInviting covered front porchDelightful elevated patioGraceful archways
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Listed by:
Bill Davis 484-213-3169,
Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester,
Co-Listing Agent: Jane Huber-Hellen 484-889-1440,
Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
Bought with:
Janet D'Amico, RS349932
Coldwell Banker Realty
Brooke Penders, RS315773
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2076264
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Zoned, Radiant, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Additional Stairway, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Table Space, Attic, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Exposed Beams, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,895
- Total interior livable area: 4,895 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,895
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Enclosed, Roof Deck
- Exterior features: Stone Retaining Walls, Chimney Cap(s), Other, Sidewalks, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, Garden, Street
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 110.00 x 180.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 43000028400
- Zoning: R10_SINGLE FAMILY
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Electric Alarm
Location
- Region: Swarthmore
- Subdivision: Swarthmore Hills
- Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2024 | Sold | $1,100,000-6%$225/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADE2076264 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2024 | Contingent | $1,170,000$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2076264 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,170,000+46.3%$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2076264 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2011 | Sold | $800,000-5.9%$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2011 | Listing removed | $849,900$174/sqft |
Source: D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC #5884930 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $849,900$174/sqft |
Source: D. Patrick Welsh Real Estate, LLC #5884930 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,840 +2.4% | $564,580 |
| 2024 | $20,345 +4.6% | $564,580 +0.5% |
| 2023 | $19,453 +0.3% | $561,570 |
| 2022 | $19,404 +465.1% | $561,570 |
| 2021 | $3,433 +79.6% | $561,570 +60.4% |
| 2020 | $1,911 -4% | $350,000 |
| 2019 | $1,991 -89.8% | $350,000 |
| 2018 | $19,578 +919.3% | $350,000 |
| 2017 | $1,921 | $350,000 |
| 2016 | $1,921 | $350,000 |
| 2015 | $1,921 | $350,000 |
| 2014 | $1,921 +2.8% | $350,000 |
| 2013 | $1,869 +2.8% | $350,000 |
| 2012 | $1,818 +0.3% | $350,000 |
| 2011 | $1,813 +2% | $350,000 |
| 2010 | $1,777 +7.5% | $350,000 |
| 2009 | $1,653 | $350,000 |
| 2008 | $1,653 +8.3% | $350,000 |
| 2007 | $1,526 -2% | $350,000 |
| 2006 | $1,558 | $350,000 |
| 2005 | $1,558 | $350,000 |
| 2004 | $1,558 +8.5% | $350,000 |
| 2003 | $1,435 +7.9% | $350,000 |
| 2002 | $1,330 | $350,000 |
| 2000 | $1,330 | $350,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Swarthmore-Rutledge SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Strath Haven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Strath Haven High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Wallingford-swarthmore
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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- Pennsylvania
- Delaware County
- Swarthmore
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- 215 Cornell Ave
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