Skip main navigation
Sold for $289,900
  • $289,900

    291 W Essex Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050

    3beds
    1,165sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1923
    2,614 Square Feet Lot
    $289,800 Zestimate®
    $249/sqft
    $2,556 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $289,800

    $267,000 - $313,000

    $2,556/mo

    Zestimate® history
    Loading
    Loading...

    Owner options

    List your home for rent

    $2,556/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

    $2,556/mo

    Rent Zestimate®

    Refinance and save

    $1,985/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

    $1,985/mo

    Est. payment

    Explore your selling options

    Work with a Zillow partner agent

    Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.

    Get started

    List with your own agent

    Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.

    Learn how to do it

    Sell it yourself

    Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).

    List your home

    What's special

    Peaceful backyardClassic english revival-inspired stylingGenerous deckTranquil front gardenAmazing curb appealFull two-car garageTree-lined block
    After more than 60 years of loving care from the same family, this charming West Side twin is now ready for its next chapter. Set on a picturesque, tree-lined block, the home greets you with amazing curb appeal and a tranquil front garden that instantly captures the warmth and character of the classic English Revival-inspired styling. Inside, the practical straight-through floor plan flows effortlessly, highlighted by beautiful hardwood floors, a working Fireplace and thoughtful built-ins that add timeless character and convenience. The spacious kitchen at the rear opens directly to a generous deck overlooking a peaceful backyard and the rare surprise of a full two-car garage. Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms sharing a hall bath, while the basement offers excellent potential—with the beginnings of a powder room, waiting for your personal vision. With replacement windows throughout and a NEW roof in 2026 on both the house and garage, this solid home provides a fantastic foundation. It’s ready for some fresh paint, a bit of elbow grease, and your best dreams, to make it truly shine. Whether you’re looking for a classic family home or a rewarding project to customize, this well-maintained twin blends original charm with practical updates in one of the area’s most desirable pockets. Take a look at the virtual staging photos of empty rooms and updated furnishings to help you envision the incredible potential waiting inside. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a piece of this beloved neighborhood—SEE IT TODAY!

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Joe Calvecchio 610-246-9145,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Tammy Harrison, AB068656

    Compass RE

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2118670MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Vinyl
    • Basement: Exterior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,165
    • Total interior livable area: 1,165 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,165

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2,614 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 23000086100
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Tudor
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1923

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Lansdowne
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Lansdowne
    • Municipality: LANSDOWNE BORO

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $249/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $117,740
    • Annual tax amount: $5,271
    • Date on market: 7/2/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: Personal Property Negotiable
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/13/2026Sold$289,900$249/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2118670 Report a problem
    7/16/2026Pending sale$289,900$249/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2118670 Report a problem
    7/5/2026Contingent$289,900$249/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2118670 Report a problem
    7/2/2026Listed for sale$289,900$249/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2118670 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$5,272 +6.9%$117,740
    2025$4,933 +1.8%$117,740
    2024$4,848 +4.9%$117,740
    2023$4,622 +2%$117,740
    2022$4,531 -1%$117,740
    2021$4,576 +969.9%$117,740 +50.3%
    2020$428 -91.5%$78,320
    2019$5,050 +1.7%$78,320
    2018$4,964 +1054.9%$78,320
    2017$430 -2%$78,320
    2016$439 $78,320
    2015$439 $78,320
    2014$439 +2.8%$78,320
    2013$427 +2.8%$78,320
    2012$415 +2.3%$78,320
    2011$406 $78,320
    2010$406 +7.5%$78,320
    2009$378 +2%$78,320
    2008$370 +6.1%$78,320
    2007$349 $78,320
    2006$349 $78,320
    2005$349 $78,320
    2004$349 +8.5%$78,320
    2003$321 +7.9%$78,320
    2002$298 $78,320
    2000$298 $78,320
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19050

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Ardmore Ave
    • High: Penn Wood High School - Green Ave Campus
    • District: William Penn

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

    Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
    Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
    Estimated market value
    $289,800
    Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
    Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
    Estimated market value
    $289,800