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$1,041,082$326 / 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 88How 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 $620,000 on Dec 8, 2021

314 LAFAYETTE AVE

SWARTHMORE, PA 19081
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,198 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1M
$914K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Dec 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,566 (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.$398,720 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$138,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$398,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,720

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyDELAWARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system 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.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Swarthmore-rutledge SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Strath Haven Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Strath Haven High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Wallingford-Swarthmore School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19081These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.11,528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,245 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,187
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,591
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

314 Lafayette Ave 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 92% of homes in Delaware County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Delaware County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Delaware County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Swarthmore 19081
  • Older than 96% of homes in Delaware County

What homes are worth in Swarthmore 19081

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

This home
$154K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Swarthmore 19081.

How it measures up in Swarthmore 19081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swarthmore 19081.

Estimated value$1,041,082
CheaperTypical $558,114Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area3,198 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 314 Lafayette Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwarthmoreSwarthmore 19081Delaware County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,041,08286% of homes91% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32668% of homes77% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,198 ft²82% of homes89% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac89% of homes92% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than190515% of homes9% of homes4% of homes

About 314 Lafayette Ave

How much is 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA is $1,041,082 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $914,074 to $1,168,090. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA last sell?

314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA last sold on Dec 8, 2021 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA?

314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,198 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA built?

314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA?

314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA is assigned to Swarthmore-rutledge School (elementary), rated A+; Strath Haven Middle School (middle), rated A; Strath Haven High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA compare to other homes in Swarthmore 19081?

Among the 3,261 homes in Swarthmore 19081, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,041,082 against a typical $558,114), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($326 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 89% of them (3,198 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1905 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Delaware County, it is worth more than 92% 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 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 314 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA was $15,566. The county assessed it at $398,720.

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