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Property Description
Welcome to 1603 Melrose Avenue, a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated and spacious 3+bedroom, 2 full bathroom single-family home in one of Havertown's most sought-after neighborhoods. This classic brick colonial offers the perfect blend of timeless charm, modern amenities and a spacious layout! Pull into the private drive and head on in! Step inside to find a warm and inviting living room that greets you with space for larger furniture. The sunlit den on the back of the home is an incredible feature with its many windows, brick accent wall and open-concept kitchen and dining area, ideal for entertaining, making these spaces flow nicely together. The kitchen has sleek shaker cabinets including some glass fronts, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting and a peninsula. The other bonus room on the 1st floor can be used as a 4th bedroom if needed, an office or playroom. There is a 2nd full bath in this space as well. The partially finished basement adds valuable living space, perfect for a playroom, home office, or media room. An extremely versatile floor plan with multiple bonus spaces! Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms, a clean and crisp hall bath and gleaming oak hardwood floors. Outside, enjoy the spacious and level backyard that is fully fenced with black aluminum, a paver patio and pergola, an ideal spot for relaxing, dining al fresco, or hosting summer gatherings. The landscaping around the home is well established and beautiful. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street, this home offers both versatility in its floor plan and location. You're just minutes from local parks, top-rated schools, shopping, and dining, with easy access to major routes for commuting. Don't miss the opportunity to own an extremely loved and cared for home in the heart of Havertown!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1603 Melrose Ave
General
- Sold For: $627,000
- Taxes: $9,122 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PADE2090114
- Added to Site: 291 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Gas/Propane
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Play Area, Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Haverford Twp (10422)
- Municipality: HAVERFORD TWP
- County: Delaware
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: Follow GPS
School Information
- School District: Haverford Township
- Elementary School: Lynnewood
- Middle School: Haverford
- High School: Haverford Senior
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 Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
- Foundation: Block
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,050
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,050 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,850 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,098
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 115.00
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $323.78
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $6,310
- City/TownTax: $1,518
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $1,293
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $334,000
- Tax Amount: $9,122
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 287-000
Listed by Keller Williams Main Line, Erica L Deuschle
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Janice M Brown
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Schools
Schools serving 1603 Melrose Ave
School District:Haverford Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lynnewood El School 1400 Lawrence Road, Havertown, PA 19083 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Haverford Middle School 1701 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Haverford Senior High School 200 Mill Road, Havertown, PA 19083 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1603 Melrose Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/09/2025
Sold
$627,000
4.67%
MLS
5/07/2025
Listed
$599,000
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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.
1603 Melrose Avenue, Havertown, PA 19083 (MLS# PADE2090114) is a Single Family property that was sold at $627,000 on June 09, 2025. Want to learn more about 1603 Melrose Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Havertown? You can browse all Havertown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

