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$181,521$202 / 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 89How 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 $54,200 on Oct 6, 1983

401 S CHESTER RD

SWARTHMORE, PA 19081
2
Beds
2
Baths
900 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.
902 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$182K
$162K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,200 · Oct 6, 1983

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,240 (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.$109,250 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,770
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$109,250

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyDELAWARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 0.8 mi
M
Strath Haven Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Strath Haven High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

401 S Chester 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 less than 95% of homes in Swarthmore
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Swarthmore
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Delaware County
  • Among the smallest lots in Swarthmore 19081
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Swarthmore

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 5% 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$181,521
CheaperTypical $558,114Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size902 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 401 S Chester Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwarthmoreSwarthmore 19081Delaware County
Estimated valuepricier than$181,5215% of homes5% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2025% of homes10% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²6% of homes5% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than902 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196994% of homes91% of homes77% of homes

About 401 S Chester Rd

How much is 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA is $181,521 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $161,590 to $201,452. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA last sell?

401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA last sold on Oct 6, 1983 for $54,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA?

401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA built?

401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA?

401 S Chester Rd, 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 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA compare to other homes in Swarthmore 19081?

Among the 3,261 homes in Swarthmore 19081, it is worth more than 5% of them ($181,521 against a typical $558,114), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($202 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 5% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (902 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (1969 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Delaware County, it is worth more than 13% 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 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 401 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA was $4,240. The county assessed it at $109,250.

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