Welcome to 142 Foster Avenue, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom colonial set on a quiet, elevated street in one of Havertown’s most desirable neighborhoods—just minutes from parks, dining, and top-rated schools in the Haverford School District. Step inside to find a classic center-hall layout, thoughtfully modernized with refinished hardwood floors, renovated bathrooms, and a bright, fully updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. The main level offers an ideal flow for everyday living and entertaining, with a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a cozy den or flex space perfect for a home office or playroom. Upstairs, you’ll find four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a sunlit primary suite with a renovated en-suite bath, along with a second full bath and ample closet space throughout. Out back, enjoy elevated views from your private deck, perched above a sloped backyard that offers green space without the upkeep. Whether you’re grilling on summer evenings or sipping coffee on crisp fall mornings, the deck provides the perfect extension of your living space—low maintenance and full of potential. Additional features include a partially finished basement, central air, and a private driveway. Walkable to popular shops and restaurants, Haverford Reserve, and multiple township parks, this home is ideal for those seeking timeless character with modern updates in a tight-knit, walkable community.
Listed by Eden Heilman
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License #rs336190
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KW Empower
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2679668067
Last updated October 22, 2025
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Source: BrightMLS #PADE2096944
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodDelaware County
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3
Days on Prevu85
Taxes$8,597/year
Size1,892 sqft
Price per sqft$275
Amenities
Parking
Location
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Listing History
10/21/2025
Price Decreased
$520,000
10/04/2025
Price Decreased
$530,000
09/15/2025
Price Decreased
$540,000
08/25/2025
Status changed to Active
$545,000
08/25/2025
Price Decreased
$545,000
08/19/2025
Status changed to In Contract
$550,000
07/31/2025
Listed by KW Empower
$550,000
Property Details for 142 Foster Avenue
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1975
Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction Materials: Asbestos
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Dimensions: 56
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,098
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $8,597.00
Tax Year: 2024
Interior
Features
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Measurements
Living Area: 1,892
Living Area Source: Assessor
Rooms
Has Basement: No
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Other
General
Exclusions: Water filter system
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: CHATHAM PARK
Tax Lot: 544-000
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: CHATHAM PARK
High School
High School: HAVERFORD
Middle or Junior School
Middle Or Junior School: HAVERFORD
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: 90% Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
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