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$736,785$307 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $164,000 on Dec 6, 1995

279 SWEDESFORD RD

MALVERN, PA 19355
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,400 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$737K
$709K low$765K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,000 · Dec 6, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$599 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$191,430 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,540

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCHESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
K.D. Markley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Great Valley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Great Valley High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Great Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19355These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.841 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$152,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$188,510
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

279 Swedesford Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in Chester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Chester County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Chester County

What homes are worth in Malvern 19355

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$320K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Malvern 19355.

How it measures up in Malvern 19355

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malvern 19355.

Estimated value$736,785
CheaperTypical $747,966Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$307
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 279 Swedesford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMalvern 19355Chester County
Estimated valuepricier than$736,78548% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30757% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than2,400 ft²44% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac59% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196025% of homes24% of homes

About 279 Swedesford Rd

How much is 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA is $736,785 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $708,561 to $765,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA last sell?

279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA last sold on Dec 6, 1995 for $164,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA?

279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,400 square feet of living space and a 0.64-acre lot.

When was 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA built?

279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA?

279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA is assigned to K.D. Markley Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Great Valley Middle School (middle), rated A-; Great Valley High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Great Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA compare to other homes in Malvern 19355?

Among the 9,524 homes in Malvern 19355, it is worth more than 48% of them ($736,785 against a typical $747,966), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($307 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 44% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 2,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1960 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Chester County, it is worth more than 72% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA was $599. The county assessed it at $191,430.

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