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Property Description
Welcome to Rutledge, often called one of Delaware County's best kept secrets. This lovely neighborhood is nestled in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, walking distance to downtown Swarthmore, the train to center city, Philadelphia and just a short drive to the International Airport. 42 Linden Avenue is a particularly special home, one of the oldest in the Borough. The current owner has thoughtfully updated the entire property while maintaining it's original charm and character. This corner property on a large lot is gardener's delight with carefully designed landscaping. The wrap around porch and spacious rear yard are sure to be enjoyed. The main level offers a living room, dining room, updated kitchen, main floor bedroom (currently used as an office), full bath and laundry. Upstairs, you'll find three more bedrooms, a full bath and a bonus space. This entire home is filled with natural light. There is attic and basement storage, as well. A private driveway can accommodate two vehicles. So make your appointment and see all that this amazing home has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 42 Linden Ave
General
- Sold For: $475,000
- Taxes: $9,700 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PADE2092350
- Added to Site: 221 day(s) ago
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: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Rutledge Boro (10440)
- Municipality: RUTLEDGE BORO
- County: Delaware
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: GPS 42 Linden
School Information
- School District: Wallingford-Swarthmore
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: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,884
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,884 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,884 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1885
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,970
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 120.00 x 50.00
- Zoning: RESI
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $265.39
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $7,763
- City/TownTax: $945
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $991
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $256,100
- Tax Amount: $9,700
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1884
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 005-000
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Schools
Schools serving 42 Linden Ave
School District:Ridley School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Amosland El School 549 Amosland Road, Morton, PA 19070 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Ridley Middle School 400 Free Street, Ridley Park, PA 19078 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Ridley High School 901 Morton Avenue, Folsom, PA 19033 | 9-12 | 1 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 42 Linden Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/01/2025
Sold
$475,000
-5%
MLS
6/10/2025
Listed
$500,000
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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.
42 Linden Avenue, Rutledge, PA 19070 (MLS# PADE2092350) is a Single Family property that was sold at $475,000 on August 01, 2025. This property was listed by Anne Hanson from our Media Office.Want to learn more about 42 Linden Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rutledge? You can browse all Rutledge real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


