Magnificent 1900s Swarthmore home with unparalleled charm. Think soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, a classic wrap-around front porch, dual staircases and more. Wonderful location—just two blocks from the train and town center and directly across the street from Swarthmore College grounds.
This stunning three-story home features six Bedrooms and two versatile Bonus Rooms (currently utilized as an Office and Yoga Room) across the upper floors. Enter through the Front Porch into a spectacular Living Room, complete with a gas fireplace, cozy built-in bench, and oversized diamond-pane windows that flood the space with natural light. A stunning Dining Room follows—big enough for your largest holiday table.
The updated eat-in Kitchen with a new Samsung fridge is located at the rear of the home. There is also a Mud Room Suite in this area, offering a Powder Room, Laundry area, and ample storage for coats, boots, and backpacks. Here you will also discover a delightful and spacious Screened Porch—a serene retreat for quiet mornings or summer evening meals.
Head up the grand staircase to the second floor where you will find the Primary Suite, offering a walk-in closet and ensuite Bath with a stall shower, jacuzzi tub and dark walnut vanity. On this level there are also two additional Bedrooms plus an Office (with a small balcony!) and a Hall Bath. The third floor offers three more spacious Bedrooms and a dedicated Yoga Room. There is a Hall Bath on this floor too with a tub/shower combination, crisp white subway tile and pretty glass doors that open to a linen closet (and there is a hook up for washer & dryer here too!).
The Basement is unfinished, but provides significant storage. Outside, there is a fully fenced in area on the side of the house that was used as a dog run by the previous owners, where you will also find a patio. The driveway and rear of the home are conveniently accessed from Harvard Avenue. (follow the signs!). Walk to town, train, schools, town pool and more from this gem of a home - offering nearly 4000 square feet of space and historic charm. Swarthmore Borough is a small college town located just outside Philadelphia and 15 minutes from Philadelphia Airport. Award-winning schools including Strath Haven High School - which boasts the largest marching band in the state with one out of every three students at the school participating!
Listed by Jeanne B Maillet
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License #RS316883
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BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
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6102995630
Last updated June 15, 2026
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Source: BrightMLS #PADE2113888
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodSwarthmore
Bedrooms6
Bathrooms4
Days on Prevu34
Taxes$18,312/year
Size3,276 sqft
Price per sqft$263
Amenities
Parking
Location
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Listing History
06/15/2026
Price Decreased
$860,000
05/28/2026
Price Decreased
$899,999
05/13/2026
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
$940,000
Property Details for 212 S Chester Road
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1905
Architectural Style: Victorian
Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.44
Lot Size Dimensions: 85
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 19,166
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $18,312.00
Tax Year: 2025
Interior
Features
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Measurements
Living Area: 3,276
Living Area Source: Assessor
Rooms
Basement: Full
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bedrooms Total: 6
Other
General
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Tax Lot: 013-000
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: Hot Water
Has Heating: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in this single-family home at 212 S Chester Road.
What are the annual taxes for 212 S Chester Road?
Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $18,312.
How does 212 S Chester Road compare to other single-family homes in Swarthmore?
This single-family home is listed 2% below the average price for single-family homes in Swarthmore and has been on the market for 122 less days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 3,276 sqft.
212 S Chester Road is a 6-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home for sale in SWARTHMORE PA 19081. Available on Prevu for 34 days at $860,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $39,999. This residence features 3,276 square feet of living space, located in Swarthmore. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $875,000. Additional amenities include parking. Explore more single-family home listings in Pennsylvania.
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