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- MLS#PADE523788
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyDELAWARE
- CitySwarthmore
- AreaSwarthmore Boro
- NeighborhoodNONE AVAILABLE
- Zip19081
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1736
- Taxes17339
- Price$ 735,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3400
- Lot Size0.6 Acres
Listing Provided Courtesy Of:
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Property Description
Welcome to "The Ogden House" and this Spectacular Historic Property. A date carved in the face of a stone high on the right side of the front wall indicates that the that the original house was completed in 1736 and only superficial alterations to the stone exterior have occurred over the years. The interior has been altered only slightly over the years by virtue of its deep windows, irregular window glass, original trim and door jambs, chair rails, window frames and wonderful mantelpieces There are 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 full modern baths and an updated first floor powder room. Over the years a modern kitchen was added and this was remodeled in recent years to include stainless appliances, a breakfast area, and a separate laundry room. There is a formal dining room with fireplace; a living room/office with stone carved fireplace; a very large and open family room with fireplace and built-ins; and numerous 1st floor doors to the exterior grounds and gardens. The 2nd floor has the master bedroom with a fireplace, a sitting/dressing room and private updated full bath; a middle room with fireplace that could be an upstairs family room or a bedroom; a guest bedroom with fireplace; and a full and modern bath off the hallway. The 3rd floor has 2 additional bedrooms and an updated full bath off the hallway. The grounds include a formal rose and herb garden in the rear with decorative brick walks that was added years ago in order to create an old world ambiance. There are copper gutters and downspouts, a flagstone patio off the kitchen addition and a large, relatively flat and fenced back yard. As a bonus there is also a beautiful tree house for children's (or adult) entertainment. There is a large single stall garage with a storage room to the rear, and the original stone springhouse (no longer in use) still stands on the grounds. Not only is this a well preserved example of an architectural style typical of substantial dwellings in southeastern PA in the first half of the 18th century, but as the home of the original owners and subsequently the Ogden's, it was a focal point for much social, economic, and religious activity in what is now Delaware County. The available history also indicates this has been the home of many substantial land owners, farmers, businessmen and respected members of the Springfield community. The Ogden House is important architecturally as the 2nd oldest house in Swarthmore, and the only one built in the early 18th century that has not been significantly altered inside or out since its inception in 1736. Although the house has been modified by the requirements of modern electricity, plumbing, central heat, etc, it retains much of its 18th century flavor. Much of the beautiful original wide plank hardwood flooring remains and, in most cases, the original plaster has been retained on the walls and partitions. The house is one of the earliest to be built in the area, and its owners played an integral part in the development of Delaware County. Its recorded history and the careful restoration work done by previous owners have made it a source of pride to all in Swarthmore! Minutes to the Phila Airport, a short walk to the SEPTA Swarthmore train station, dining, entertainment and shopping. Do not miss out on this wonderful property.
Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
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Swarthmore-Rutledge School Elementary School | Strath Haven Middle School | Strath Haven High School |
Price History | |
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8/15/2020 | Listed $785,000 |
10/3/2020 | 7% - $735,000 |
General Features
Acceptable Financing | Conventional |
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Accessibility | None |
Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
Appliances | Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood |
Architectural Style | Colonial |
Association Y/N | No |
Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
Construction Materials | Stone |
Cool Fuel | Electric |
Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
County | DELAWARE |
Days on Market | 161 |
Electric | Circuit Breakers |
Elementary School | SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL |
Exclusions | none |
Exterior Features | Outbuilding(s), Play Area, Play Equipment |
Facing Direction | Northeast |
Flooring | Hardwood, Tile/Brick |
Floors In Unit Count | 3 |
Garage Spaces | 1.00 |
Garage Y/N | Yes |
Heating | Hot Water |
High School | STRATH HAVEN |
High School District | WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE |
Interior Features | Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Double/Dual Staircase, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting |
Levels | 3 |
Location Type | Suburban |
MLS Area | Swarthmore Boro (10443) |
Middle/Junior High School | STRATH HAVEN |
New Construction | No |
Other Structures | Above Grade, Below Grade |
Ownership | Fee Simple |
Patio/Porch Features | Patio(s), Terrace |
Possession | Immediate, Negotiable |
Price Per Sq Ft | 216.18 |
Property Type | Residential |
PropertyCondition | Very Good |
Real Estate Owned Y/N | No |
Roof | Shake, Shingle |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
Sewer | Public Sewer |
Structure Type | Detached |
Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
Tax Annual Amount | 17339.0 |
Tax Lot | 035-000 |
Tax Year | 2020 |
Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
View | Garden/Lawn |
Water Access Y/N | No |
Zoning | RESIDENTIAL R10 |
Zoning Description | Residential Single Family |
Interior Features
Above Grade Finished Area | 3400 |
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Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Above Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Above Grade Unfin Sqft Source | Estimated |
Basement | Full, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs |
Basement Y/N | Yes |
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 3 |
Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 3 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 2 |
Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source | Assessor |
Central Air Y/N | No |
Entry Level | 1 |
Fireplace Features | Brick, Corner, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Full Baths | 3 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Hot Water | Natural Gas |
Laundry Type | Main Floor |
Living Area | 3400 |
Room Type | Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom |
Total Baths | 4 |
Total Bedrooms | 4 |
Total Fireplaces | 6 |
Total Rooms | 10 |
Window Features | Casement, Double Hung, Storm, Wood Frame |
Exterior Features
# Of Detached Garage Spaces | 1 |
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Door Features | Six Panel, Double Entry |
Fencing | Partially, Split Rail, Wood |
Foundation Details | Stone |
Garage Features | Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized |
Horse Y/N | No |
Inclusions | washer/dryer, kitchen & bsment refrigerators, microwave, patio furniture, garden hose, window a/c units. All items being sold in as-is condition. |
Lot Dimensions | 197.35 x 146.00 |
Lot Features | Irregular, Landscaping, Level, Open, Rear Yard, SideYard(s) |
Lot Size Acres | 0.60 |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Lot Size Square Feet | 26136.00 |
Navigable Water Y/N | No |
Pool Y/N | No Pool |
Road Surface Type | Paved |
Roadresponsibility | Boro/Township |
Spa | No |
Total Parking Spaces | 1 |
Type of Parking | Detached Garage, Driveway |
Water Oriented Y/N | No |
Water Source | Public |
Water View Y/N | No |
Waterfront Y/N | No |
Room Details
Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
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Additional Bedroom | Upper 2 | |||
Additional Bedroom | Upper 1 | |||
Additional Bedroom | Upper 2 | |||
Bedroom 1 | Upper 1 | |||
Dining Room | Main | |||
Family Room | Main | |||
Full Bath | Upper 1 | |||
Full Bath | Upper 2 | |||
Kitchen | Main | |||
Laundry | Main | |||
Living Room | Main | |||
Other | Upper 1 | |||
Primary Bathroom | Upper 1 | |||
Primary Bedroom | Upper 1 | Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area,Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Master On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool