215 CORNELL AVENUE, Swarthmore, PA 19081

$1,170,000 Asking Price

7 beds
5 baths
4,895  sqft
Built in 1895

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.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Additional Stairway,Attic/House Fan,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Kitchen - Table Space,Skylight(s),Stain/Lead Glass,Wood Floors,Attic,Built-Ins,Crown Moldings,Exposed Beams,Kitchen - Eat-In,Recessed Lighting,Window Treatments
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Bedroom 1,Sun/Florida Room,Laundry,Bedroom 6,Bathroom 2,Additional Bedroom
Appliances:
Cooktop,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer,Dryer,Water Heater,Microwave
Laundry:
Main Floor
Basement:
Poured Concrete
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Zoned,Radiant,Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Roof Deck,Stone Retaining Walls,Chimney Cap(s),Other,Sidewalks, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Other

Construction

Windows:
Skylights,Storm,Wood Frame
General:
Frame,Masonry,Stone,Wood Siding, 3, Other

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
County:
DELAWARE

Lot

Zoning:
R10_SINGLE FAMILY, 43-00-00284-00
View:
Panoramic,Garden/Lawn,Street
Current Use:
R-10

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable TV, 200+ Amp Service
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
Decorative outlet caps.

This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester, William G Davis

About Swarthmore, PA

Housing

Number of Units
4,106
Median Home Value
$326,857
Median Rent
$1,020

24.33% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.33% are vacant.

Commute

Car
46.54%
Public Transportation
6.00%
Walk to Work
3.99%
Work from Home
43.12%
Other
0.14%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
11,173
Median Age
38.60
Median Household Size
2.71

Education

High School
19.35%
Associate’s Degree
7.71%
Bachelor’s Degree
29.56%
Graduate Degree
31.20%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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