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Property Description
Welcome to 1035 Girard! This exceptionally well-maintained and upgraded Colonial-style home with a detached garage is nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Swarthmore's most desirable neighborhoods. Offering a prime walkable location, this home combines suburban charm with easy commuter access. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan with flexible living spaces designed for both comfort and functionality. The spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly into the kitchen, featuring granite countertops, and continue into a large family room with an additional dining area and a cozy gas fireplace-ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The main level also includes a convenient laundry area and powder room. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is privately situated at the rear of the home and offers abundant closet space. An adjoining bedroom provides flexible use as a home office, nursery, or sitting room. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the second floor. The finished basement adds valuable additional living space, perfect for recreation, media, or a home office setup. Outside, enjoy a charming backyard with a spacious shed and an oversized detached garage offering ample parking and storage. Additional features include ceiling fans, attic storage, central air conditioning, and a new roof (2025). The location delivers the best of Swarthmore living-quiet, walkable, and community-oriented, just a short stroll to downtown Swarthmore and the Town Center with year-round events and activities. Nearby amenities include the SEPTA Regional Rail station, Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum, Swarthmore Public Library, and local walking trails. Convenient access to Routes 1, I-476, and I-95, plus just 7 miles to Philadelphia International Airport and 13 miles to Center City Philadelphia.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1035 Girard Ave
General
- Sold For: $425,000
- Taxes: $10,657 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PADE2113970
- Added to Site: 73 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Oversized
Location
- Area: Ridley Twp (10438)
- Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
- County: DELAWARE
- Driving Directions: Michigan to Girard
School Information
- School District: Ridley
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,225
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,225 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,825 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 400 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
- 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 125.00
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $232.88
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $7,840
- City/TownTax: $1,590
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $1,226
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $266,040
- Tax Amount: $10,657
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1944
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: 1 washer, 1 dryer, 1 kitchen refrigerator, 1 garage refrigerator ( all as-is condition)
- Lot Number: 312-000
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, Stephanie Uff
Sold by BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square, Mohammed S Ullah
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Schools
Schools serving 1035 Girard Ave
School District:Ridley School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Grace Park El School 1097 Seventh Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Ridley Middle School 400 Free Street, Ridley Park, PA 19078 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Ridley High School 901 Morton Avenue, Folsom, PA 19033 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 1035 Girard Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2026
Sold
$425,000
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MLS
4/30/2026
Listed
$425,000
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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.
1035 Girard Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081 (MLS# PADE2113970) is a Single Family property that was sold at $425,000 on June 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1035 Girard Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Swarthmore? You can browse all Swarthmore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

