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Property Description
Welcome to 470 Gainsboro Rd , one of the most meticulously maintained homes in Drexel Park, where timeless character meets exceptional care. From the moment you arrive the property's outstanding curb appeal and lush, thoughtfully maintained landscaping make a memorable first impression. A private driveway guides you to the right side of the home, leading to the main entrance, a patio area, and an attached two car garage. The long driveway widens at the top, allowing parking for numerous vehicles in addition to garage space. On the left side of the house a few steps and a walkway lead to a separate entrance into the enclosed porch, direct access to the basement, and to the possible mother-in-law suite. The Main entrance opens into a welcoming foyer featuring beautiful hardwood floors that extend throughout the first floor living and dining rooms and continue up the main staircase. The spacious living room is filled with natural light and showcases a stone, wood-burning fireplace, built -in book shelves, a ceiling fan , and large windows, A doorway leads into a bright and cozy sunroom which is the ideal spot to relax and enjoy peaceful evenings. To the right of the foyer is a formal dining room enhanced by classic chair-rail trim, adding a touch of elegance. From there, the kitchen offers ample cabinet space, gas cooking, and room for a small dining table and chairs. Just beyond a pantry area, stairs lead down to a clean, unfinished basement that houses the laundry area and provides generous flexible space for storage, a workshop, or future customization. A hallway off of the kitchen leads you to a rear staircase that opens up to a private bedroom and a full bathroom located above the garage. This is the perfect space for guests, an in-law suite, or a home office and does connect to the main second floor level with two steps. From the main foyer elegant wood stairs lead you to the second floor where you'll find the large primary bedroom featuring hardwood floors , abundant natural light, and two sizable closets. There are two more bedrooms, equipped with ceiling fans, and a spacious full ceramic tile bathroom. The second floor hallway also includes access to a walk-up attic that offers generous storage space and the potential for future expansion. Additional highlights include newer replacement windows throughout, gas hot water heating, a gas hot water tank, and a 100-amp circuit breaker electrical service. If you are looking for a home full of character, an abundance of charm, and thoughtful care, 470 Gainsboro Road may be the perfect fit! Schedule your private tour of this property today and experience it's appeal for yourself!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 470 Gainsboro Rd
General
- Sold For: $435,000
- Taxes: $9,778 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PADE2114330
- Added to Site: 114 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dryer - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry
Location
- Area: Upper Darby Twp (10416)
- Municipality: UPPER DARBY TWP
- County: DELAWARE
- Subdivision: DREXEL PARK
- Cross Streets: Huey
- Driving Directions: use gps
School Information
- School District: Upper Darby
- Elementary School: Hillcrest
- Middle School: Drexel Hill
- High School: Upper Darby Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Dutch, Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,931
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,931 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,931 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1937
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 65.00 x 100.00
- Zoning: RESD
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $255.31
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $5,743
- City/TownTax: $3,036
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $998
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $216,560
- Tax Amount: $9,778
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1931
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 357-000
Listed by RE/MAX Hometown Realtors, John A Gallagher
Sold by First Heritage Realty Alliance, LLC, John C Kidwell
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Schools
Schools serving 470 Gainsboro Rd
School District:Upper Darby School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hillcrest El School, Drexel Hill, PA 2601 Bond Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Drexel Hill Middle School 3001 State Road, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Upper Darby Senior High School 601 North Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 470 Gainsboro Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/22/2026
Sold
$435,000
-11.76%
MLS
6/04/2026
Price Reduced
$493,000
-0.18%
MLS
5/19/2026
Price Reduced
$493,900
-10.18%
MLS
5/05/2026
Listed
$549,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
470 Gainsboro Road, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 (MLS# PADE2114330) is a Single Family property that was sold at $435,000 on July 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 470 Gainsboro Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Highland Park? You can browse all Highland Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

