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$465,000
134 Days On Site

242 E CHURCH ROAD
ELKINS PARK, PA 19027

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,518
SqFt
$185
/SqFt
1880
Built
Subdivision:
CHELTENHAM
County:
MONTGOMERY
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park
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Welcome to 242 Church Rd in Elkins Park, where classic Colonial character meets modern updates in a convenient Montgomery County setting. As you arrive, the home’s inviting front porch sets the tone, offering a warm first impression before you step inside. Enter the home and you’re welcomed into a spacious three-story layout with approximately 2,518 square feet of living space. Hardwood flooring adds warmth and continuity throughout, while the updated kitchen and refreshed bathrooms bring the modern touches today’s buyers appreciate. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the home offers flexible space for a variety of needs, whether that means additional bedrooms, office space, creative space, guest accommodations, or room to spread out. Continue through the main level and you’ll find practical features that make everyday living easier, including a convenient first-floor laundry area, a mudroom, and off-street parking. Out back, the rear deck overlooks a generous yard, creating an easy extension of the living space. Set on an approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot / 0.21 acres, the property offers valuable outdoor space for recreation, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying more room outside. Now, take in the surrounding Elkins Park location. The area offers access to parks, historic landmarks, cultural destinations, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Nearby points of interest include Wall Park and the Richard Wall House Museum, Beth Sholom Synagogue, Elkins Estate Wedding & Event Venue, historic St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Curtis Arboretum, and Keswick Theatre in nearby Glenside. For travel and regional access, the home is near SEPTA Regional Rail service, including Elkins Park Station, with connections along the Warminster Line, West Trenton Line, and Lansdale/Doylestown Line. Major routes such as Old York Road/Route 611, Cheltenham Avenue, and Township Line Road provide additional connections to Philadelphia, Abington, Jenkintown, Glenside, and surrounding Montgomery County destinations. 242 is served by the Cheltenham School District, with nearby public school options commonly including Elkins Park School, Cedarbrook Middle School, and Cheltenham High School. Buyers should independently verify school assignments, boundaries, transportation, and enrollment details directly with the district. From the front porch to the updated interior, from the rear deck to the spacious lot, and from nearby transit to local landmarks and amenities, 242 Church Rd offers a compelling blend of space, updates, convenience, and Elkins Park character.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$465,000
Days On Site 
134 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,518 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.21 Acres
Year Built 
1880
MLS® Number 
PAMC2180872
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,236
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a month agoPrice changed to $465,000
a month agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
4 months agoStatus changed to Active
4 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.21
Cross Street 
XXXXXXX
Foundation 
Stone
Levels 
Three Or More
Parking 
Driveway
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
2518
SqFt Total 
2518
Style 
Colonial
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R4
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water Heater
Basement 
Full
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Flooring 
Wood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Eat-in KitchenTray Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
Main Level
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Living Room 
Level - Main
Mud Room 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Lot Features 
Back Yard
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
MLS Area 
Cheltenham Twp (10631)
School District 
CHELTENHAM
Schools
School District
CHELTENHAM
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park



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