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$500,000 Coming Soon
Property Description
Welcome to 242 Church Rd in Elkins Park, where classic Colonial character meets modern updates in a convenient Montgomery County setting. As you arrive, the home's inviting front porch sets the tone, offering a warm first impression before you step inside. Enter the home and you're welcomed into a spacious three-story layout with approximately 2,518 square feet of living space. Hardwood flooring adds warmth and continuity throughout, while the updated kitchen and refreshed bathrooms bring the modern touches today's buyers appreciate. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the home offers flexible space for a variety of needs, whether that means additional bedrooms, office space, creative space, guest accommodations, or room to spread out. Continue through the main level and you'll find practical features that make everyday living easier, including a convenient first-floor laundry area, a mudroom, and off-street parking. Out back, the rear deck overlooks a generous yard, creating an easy extension of the living space. Set on an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot / 0.21 acres, the property offers valuable outdoor space for recreation, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying more room outside. Now, take in the surrounding Elkins Park location. The area offers access to parks, historic landmarks, cultural destinations, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Nearby points of interest include Wall Park and the Richard Wall House Museum, Beth Sholom Synagogue, Elkins Estate Wedding & Event Venue, historic St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Curtis Arboretum, and Keswick Theatre in nearby Glenside. For travel and regional access, the home is near SEPTA Regional Rail service, including Elkins Park Station, with connections along the Warminster Line, West Trenton Line, and Lansdale/Doylestown Line. Major routes such as Old York Road/Route 611, Cheltenham Avenue, and Township Line Road provide additional connections to Philadelphia, Abington, Jenkintown, Glenside, and surrounding Montgomery County destinations. 242 is served by the Cheltenham School District, with nearby public school options commonly including Elkins Park School, Cedarbrook Middle School, and Cheltenham High School. Buyers should independently verify school assignments, boundaries, transportation, and enrollment details directly with the district. From the front porch to the updated interior, from the rear deck to the spacious lot, and from nearby transit to local landmarks and amenities, 242 Church Rd offers a compelling blend of space, updates, convenience, and Elkins Park character.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 242 E Church Rd
General
- Price: $500,000
- Taxes: $9,236 (2026)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAMC2180872
- Updated: 5/22/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
- Expected Market Date: 6/1/2026
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mud Room
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Cheltenham Twp (10631)
- Municipality: CHELTENHAM TWP
- County: MONTGOMERY
- Subdivision: CHELTENHAM
- Cross Streets: Xxxxxxx
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Cheltenham
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Tray Ceilings
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,518
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,518 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,518 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1880
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,000
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 48
- Zoning: R4
- Lot Description: Rear Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $198.57
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $7,018
- County Tax: $720
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $132,000
- Tax Amount: $9,236
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2518
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park, Aaron L. Gray, Sr.
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Schools
Schools serving 242 E Church Rd
School District:Cheltenham Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Myers El School 7609 Montgomery Avenue, Elkins Park, PA 19027 | K-4 | 0.4 mi |
Cedarbrook Middle School 300 Longfellow Road, Wyncote, PA 19095 | 5-8 | 2.1 mi |
Cheltenham High School 500 Rices Mill Road, Wyncote, PA 19095 | 9-12 | 2.5 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 242 E Church Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/22/2026
Listed
$500,000
92.31%
MLS
9/12/2017
Sold
$260,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 242 E Church Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,330
3%
$132,000
—
2024
$9,038
3%
$132,000
—
2023
$8,815
1%
$132,000
—
2022
$8,716
2%
$132,000
—
2021
$8,566
3%
$132,000
—
2020
$8,331
3%
$132,000
—
2020
$8,092
2%
$132,000
—
2019
$7,931
2%
$132,000
—
2018
$7,743
2%
$132,000
—
2017
$7,572
2%
$132,000
—
2016
$7,401
2%
$132,000
—
2015
$7,223
5%
$132,000
—
2014
$6,850
—
$132,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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242 E Church Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 (MLS# PAMC2180872) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 242 E Church Road is currently listed for $500,000 and was received on May 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 242 E Church Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Elkins Park? You can browse all Elkins Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
