Description
Welcome to 20 oberlin avenue, a charming 1925 craftsman nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street in the heart of swarthmore. this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends historic character with thoughtful updates, all within blocks of the septa station, swarthmore co-op, farmers market, library, restaurants, and more.
step onto the inviting front deck and into a light-filled living room featuring an original inglenook fireplace with custom benching and built-ins. the first floor also includes a den/office with floor-to-ceiling shelving, a spacious dining room with stained glass detail, and an updated kitchen offering gas cooking, abundant cabinetry, and striking turkish tilework. a full bath, mudroom, and laundry area complete the main level and open to a large, private rear deck with pergola and lush landscaping—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
upstairs, find four bright bedrooms—one with a skylight and two with walk-in closets—along with a renovated hall bath featuring a soaking tub. additional storage is available in the attic with drop-down stairs and in the basement. the home includes a rare oversized two-car garage, newer hvac (2022), and washer/dryer (2021).
oberlin avenue is a quiet enclave of just eleven homes, surrounded by seasonal beauty and access to routes through swarthmore college's scenic campus as well as regional amenities such as the airport and center city philadelphia. this home offers timeless charm, modern comforts, and top-rated wallingford-swarthmore schools— an exceptional opportunity that won’t last long.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
SwarthmoreCounty
DELAWAREStyle
BungalowAD ID
50182673
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 4
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 4
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 4
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 2
- Full Baths: 2
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Main Floor
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Attic,Attic/House Fan,Built-Ins,Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Stain/Lead Glass,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments,Wood Floors
- Roof : Pitched,Shingle
- Basement Description: Full,Unfinished,Interior Access,Other
- Property Appliances: Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Dryer - Front Loading,Oven/Range - Gas,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading
- Fireplace: Brick
Roofing Information
- Pitched,Shingle
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Central A/C
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1925
- Structure: Detached
- Fireplace: 1
- Major Appliances: Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Dryer - Front Loading,Oven/Range - Gas,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1925
- Construction Material: Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
- Foundation/Basement: Active Radon Mitigation,Stone
- Architecture: Bungalow
- Pool/Private: No Pool
- Roof Type: Pitched,Shingle
Pool Information
- Pool: No Pool
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Water
- Water Heat: Natural Gas
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 7,405
- Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Main Square Feet: 7,405
Property Information
- SQ ft: 1,676
- SQ ft (Living Area): 1,676
- Total Lot SQ ft: 7,405
- Subdivision: SWARTHMORE
- Financing: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
- Total Acreage: 0.17
- New Construction: No
- Type: Bungalow
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Negotiable
- Days Of Market: 3
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $11,248
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Negotiable
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $294,600
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
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Parking Information
- Parking Features: Shared Driveway
- Garage: 2
- Garage Type: Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener
- Parking Type: Detached Garage,Driveway
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Please type "20 Oberlin Ave, Swarthmore" into your favorite NAV/GPS
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL
- Middle OR Junior School: STRATH HAVEN
- High School: STRATH HAVEN
- School District: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 1
- Fire Place Features: Brick
Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
Location Information
- Direction: Please type "20 Oberlin Ave, Swarthmore" into your favorite NAV/GPS
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 07/27/2025 @ 08:40
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is a Home, with 4 bedrooms which is recently sold, it has 1,676 sqft, 7,405 sized lot, and 2 parking. are nearby neighborhoods.