217 Chester Ave, Folsom, PA 19033 - Photo 1

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$330,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,831 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Opportunity knocks in the heart of Ridley Park! Welcome to 217 Chester Ave - a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom detached home brimming with potential. Perfect for buyers with a vision, this fixer-upper is ready to be transformed into your dream home or next successful investment. Step inside and imagine the possibilities. The home features a large family room complete with a cozy fireplace, ideal for gatherings or relaxing evenings. A formal dining room with classic hardwood flooring offers the perfect space for hosting meals and entertaining guests. The kitchen includes a charming breakfast nook and sliding glass doors that lead to a back patio - a great setup for indoor-outdoor living. Outside, you'll find a fenced-in backyard with ample space and potential for a garden, play area, or outdoor retreat. Other amenities include a rare 2-car attached garage, adding convenience and value. While the home does require significant TLC, the bones are solid and the layout inviting - a true diamond in the rough just waiting to shine. Whether you're looking for a family home to renovate to your taste or an investor seeking your next project, 217 Chester Ave is worth a look. Don't miss this opportunity - schedule your showing today and bring your imagination!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 217 Chester Ave

General

Sold For: $330,000
Taxes: $4,868 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PADE2088942
Added to Site: 264 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4

Other Rooms

Laundry: Has Laundry

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking

Location

Area: Ridley Twp (10438)
Municipality: RIDLEY TWP
County: Delaware
Development Name: None Available
Subdivision: None Available
Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

School District: Ridley

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Frame, Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Pitched, Architectural Shingle
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,831
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,831 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,831 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1953
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Good, Average

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 28.30 x 100.00
Zoning: R1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $163.3
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $3,650
City/TownTax: $712
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $505
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $130,430
Tax Amount: $4,868
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 864

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 577-000

Listed by RE/MAX Classic, William Holder and RE/MAX Classic, Nick Repine
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Schools

Schools serving 217 Chester Ave

School District:Ridley School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Woodlyn El School 1200 Colson Road, Woodlyn, PA 19094	K-5	0.3 mi
Ridley Middle School 400 Free Street, Ridley Park, PA 19078	6-8	0.5 mi
Ridley High School 901 Morton Avenue, Folsom, PA 19033	9-12	0.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 217 Chester Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/02/2025

Sold

$330,000

10.37%

MLS

4/26/2025

Listed

$299,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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