Swarthmore, PA 19081 20 Oberlin Avenue

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Presented By: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • MLS# PADE2092586
  • 06/16/2025
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  • Beds • 4
  • Baths • 2
  • SQFT • 1,676
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

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 landscapingperfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, find four bright bedroomsone with a skylight and two with walk-in closetsalong 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 wont last long.
Presented By: Coldwell Banker Realty

Interior Features for 20 Oberlin Avenue

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels4
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 14
Total Bedrooms4

Bathrooms

Bathrooms Full Upper Level 11
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels1
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 11.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels1
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Below Grade Unfin Area UnitsSquare Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT0
Below Grade Unfin SQFT SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area1676
Above Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
BasementFull, Unfinished, Interior Access, Other
Basement (Y/N)Yes
Below Grade Finished Area0
Below Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Central Air Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesBrick
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringWood
Heating FuelNatural Gas
Heating Y/NYes
Hot WaterNatural Gas
Interior AmenitiesCeiling 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
Laundry TypeMain Floor
Total Fireplaces1

Other Rooms

Room TypeLiving Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room

Room Details for 20 Oberlin Avenue

Bedroom 2

area 0 X 0
level Upper 1

Bedroom 3

area 0 X 0
level Upper 1

Bedroom 4

level Upper 1

Dining Room

area 0 X 0
level Main

Family Room

area 0 X 0
level Main

Kitchen

area 0 X 0
level Main
description Kitchen - Gas Cooking

Living Room

area 0 X 0
level Main

Primary Bedroom

area 0 X 0
level Upper 1

General for 20 Oberlin Avenue

Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
AccessibilityNone
AppliancesBuilt-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
Architectural StyleBungalow
Bathrooms Count Main Level1.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level1
CitySWARTHMORE
Condo/Coop Association Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsVinyl Siding
Cool FuelElectric
CoolingCentral A/C
CountyDELAWARE
DirectionsPlease type 20 Oberlin Ave, Swarthmore into your favorite NAV/GPS
Electric200+ Amp Service
Facing DirectionEast
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2.00
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingForced Air
Levels2
Lot Size Square Feet7405.20
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS AreaSwarthmore Boro (10443)
ModificationTimestamp2025-06-16T11:01:00
MunicipalitySWARTHMORE BORO
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresAbove Grade, Below Grade
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionNegotiable
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG447.49
Property ConditionExcellent
Property TypeResidential
RoofPitched, Shingle
School DistrictWALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusComing Soon
StatusCOMING SOON
Structure TypeDetached
Subdivision NameSWARTHMORE
Tax Annual Amount11248.0
Tax Assessed Value294600.0
Tax Lot160-000
Tax Year2024
Total SQFT1676
Vacation Rental Y/NNo
Virtual TourClick here
Water Access Y/NNo
Year Built1925
Year Built SourceAssessor
ZoningRESID

Exterior for 20 Oberlin Avenue

# of Detached Garage Spaces2
Foundation DetailsActive Radon Mitigation, Stone
Garage FeaturesGarage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Inclusionskitchen refrigerator, washer/dryer in as is condition for no monetary value
Land Assessed Value113940.00
Land Use CodeR-10
Lot Dimensions60.00 x 125.00
Lot Size Acres0.17
Lot Size SourceEstimated
LotDimensionsSourceAssessor
Navigable Water Y/NNo
Parking FeaturesShared Driveway
PoolNo Pool
SpaNo
Total Parking Spaces4
Type of ParkingDetached Garage, Driveway
Water Oriented Y/NNo
Water SourcePublic
Water View Y/NNo
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

Middle School Strath Haven Middle School
High School Strath Haven High School
Elementary School Swarthmore-Rutledge School Elementary School

Rachel Shepherd

Price $750,000
MLS#PADE2092586
List Date 06/16/2025
Property Type Coming Soon
Phone 703.929.4729
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