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530 Cedar Lane

Swarthmore, PA 19081

5 beds
4 baths
3,400 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$298 per sqft
1736 build

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Welcome to The Ogden House, one of Swarthmore’s oldest and most stately homes, filled with modern farmhouse charm. Situated just North of Swarthmore College, this impressive five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom property is filled with original character and has been meticulously updated to weave in modern amenities for today’s homeowners. The hardscaping perfectly accents the home’s beautiful stone exterior, and the custom copper chimney caps add a perfect touch of historic charm. The front and rear gardens have been consciously designed to accent the home and provide balance to the mature trees that fill the property. Inside, original wide plank hardwood flooring greets you and runs throughout the home. The sun-soaked spacious living room feels bright and airy from the large windows with deep sills allowing the light in, yet cozy from the working fireplace with original built-in bookshelves providing additional storage space. An additional seating area can be found through the glass-paned door which provides an intimate setting anchored by a quaint fireplace. The formal dining room features its own fireplace, beautifully exposed beams, a glass-paned door for optional privacy, and access to the home’s rear staircase. At the heart of the home sits the kitchen, featuring white painted cabinetry, maple butcher block countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Show off your dishes in the glass-front upper cabinets, and enjoy serene views out the double window over the inset stainless steel sink. A moveable large center island provides additional casual seating, perfect for enjoying quick breakfasts in the morning. This kitchen is complete with a windowed alcove that could be used as a breakfast nook overlooking the quaint English-style garden. Rounding out this level is a convenient powder room, a laundry room with butler’s pantry cabinets, a Meile washer and dryer, and a separate mudroom with direct access to the back yard, all with durable tile flooring. The primary suite on the second level hosts an abundance of charm with original hardwood floors and a brick hearth fireplace. The walk-in closet boasts plenty of room for multiple configurations and leads the way to a beautifully updated full bathroom with a stall shower. Two secondary bedrooms on this floor are adorned with crown and chair moldings and are anchored by original fireplaces. Rounding out this floor is an updated full hallway bathroom with a cast iron tub shower and beautiful built-in cabinetry. The final two bedrooms on the third level are adorned with wainscotting, sloped ceilings, and an exposed stone wall with an abundance of storage space. This space is perfect for secondary bedrooms, a quiet remote office space, or a bonus room. Both bedrooms share the use of a beautifully updated hall bathroom with charming tile flooring, exposed wooden beams, wainscotting, plenty of wall storage, and a tiled stall shower. The expansive and private rear yard is just under an acre and contains several beautiful trees and one of the largest Sycamores in Swarthmore. The gardens that surround the home contain perennials and trees that will be a gardener’s dream. In addition, the yard hosts multiple seating areas as well as a hardscape firepit, ideal for entertaining all year long. The property is completed with a long driveway leading to the original carriage house with large barn doors and a Spring House which would make the perfect potting shed for the avid gardener. Residents can relish the peaceful ambiance of the suburbs, nestled in the heart of the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District within walking distance to ample greenery, numerous parks, Scott Arboretum, and beautifully groomed trails at Crum Creek. 530 Cedar Lane is conveniently close to public transportation, major thoroughfares for commuting, Springfield Mall, and a plethora of shops and restaurants along Baltimore Pike.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 26, 2024 •

MLS# PADE2063388 —

The Building

Year Built:

1736
Year Built Source:

Estimated
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stone
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Other
Levels:

3
Door Features:

French
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Slab, Stone
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

3400
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

2934

Interior

Interior Features:

Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Flooring Type:

Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Tile/Brick
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

6
Fireplace Features:

Brick, Corner, Non-Functioning, Other
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

3400
Living Area SqFt:

3,400 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Buyer Financing:

Conventional
Possession:

Settlement, Coin w/Sell Sett

Location

Directions:

Heading East on Baltimore Pike turn right onto Swarthmore Ave, then turn right onto Cedar Lane.
Latitude:

39.91190000
Longitude:

-75.35101000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.60
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

197.40 x 146.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

26,136 Sqft
Inclusions:

New free-standing AC units.
Exclusions:

Sconce in the second-floor bedroom.
Additional Parcels:

No
Zoning:

RESIDENTIAL
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Horse:

No
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

R-10
Ground Rent Exists:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

43-00-00072-00
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

035-000
Tax Annual Amount:

$17,190
Tax Assessed Value:

$480,400
Year Assessed:

2023
School Tax:

13952.0
County Tax:

1440.00
City/Town Tax:

1796.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3
Bedrooms Upper Level:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
Upper Level 2 Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level 2 Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Close Sale Type:

Standard Sale
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.5%
Buyer Agency Comp Type:

% Of Gross
Buyer Agency Comp Selection:

Percent

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Window Unit(s)
Central Air:

No
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Hot Water
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Type:

Has Laundry, Main Floor

Schools

School District Name:

Wallingford Swarthmore
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None Available
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

5
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
Parking Features:

Asphalt Driveway, Private
# of Detached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

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$523/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/25/24 Apr 25, 2024	Sold	BRIGHT	$1,015,000	3.0%
4/12/24 Apr 12, 2024	Pending	BRIGHT	$985,000
3/23/24 Mar 23, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	BRIGHT	$985,000

House Sold on 4/25/2024

$1,015,000

Listing provided by broker:

Randy L Barker

Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

marianne.dillon@compass.com

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530 Cedar Lane

Swarthmore, PA 19081