Find a Real Bargain with Buying a Condo in Wallingford/Swarthmore or Media, PA
Looking For A Low Maintenance Bargain in Wallingford/Swathmore or Rose Tree Media, PA?
As of today, there are 37 condos on the market in both Rose Tree-Media and Wallingford Swarthmore School District. The prices start at $78,000 and goes up to $349,900. In the current real estate market, you can find a real bargain buying a condo. This is due to the newer ‘resort-like’ communities now available to active adults that have taken away from just your typical condo community. This is good news since you can own a very affordable property in a fabulous school district. Plus, you do not have the added time for property maintenance since most of this is all included in the association fee. It is truly a carefree lifestyle approach to happy home ownership.
There is currently a condo on the market now for $78 K in Wallingford/Swarthmore School. The mortgage payment on a property including the association fee and taxes could be less than $900 a month with today’s low mortgage rates. This is cheaper than renting! Plus, this specific community includes your heat, electric, water, and sewer fees all in the monthly association fee. Where else can you buy a home in one of the nation’s top rated school systems for less than $1000 a month with most of your utilities already included?
This is also a great alternative to renting while attending college. Why not own a place for housing? There are many colleges in the area including Swarthmore College which is only a hop, skip, or jump from most of these communities.
Check out this Condo in Wallingford/Swarthmore School District listed for only $155,000. This is a huge 3 BR, 2 full BA, secure garage parking with laundry in the unit. It is also a secured building adding to it’s carefree lifestyle. It is just as large as most ranch style homes in our area. Plus, this community has a pool and tennis courts for the active person looking for a great way to spend recreational time without driving too far.
Please contact us to see if we can help you get into one of these affordable, low maintenance condos!
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Looking to Work from Home in Delaware County? Open Sunday 1:00 – 3:00
Looking to Work From a Private Home in Delaware County?
This energy efficient log home with private views is a must see!
We are hosting an open house this Sunday 10/16 from 1:00 -3:00.
340 Howarth Road, Media, PA 19063
Middletown Township, Delaware County
This home should be priced over a million!
We are offering this one-of-a-kind home at $849,000!
For More Information On This Home CLICK HERE
If you are looking for a private home with lots of space for an in-home office then you must see this home. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an Ultra steel framed Log Home with red cedar logs inside and out. The craftmanship and materials throughout this masterpiece are truly remarkable. Many of these details and materials were designed for energy efficiency. R-33 insulation value, passive solar with 8 skylights. The antique pine floors are so rare and are over a 100 years old…they were shipped in from all over the country and placed in this 13 year old home. The gourmet kitchen with Viking stove and subzero refrigerator is quite desirable. There are rare ‘Red Dragon’ granite countertops in both the hall bath and master bath. There are three decks one being outside the master bedroom with spiral staircase down to the second level deck with 6-person spa. The basement is finished with a full bath. There are many possibilities with this home. I see it being perfect for someone for an artist or someone who works from home that needs privacy.
This property is situated in a prime location close to Philadelphia, Delaware, and New Jersey.
If you cannot make it this Sunday please call Shirley at 610-636-6920 to schedule a private tour.
Selling Your Own Home in Media, PA
20 Tips on Selling Your Own Home in Media, PA
I had a man call me one day to say that he was selling his home on his own. He had the home under contract for $325,000. After the buyer did their home inspection, they wanted an additional $5,000 from the seller. The buyer did not use an ASCI inspector. After explaining to the seller what that meant, he told the buyer ‘no’, and the buyer walked from the transaction. The seller called me to list his home. I sold the home in less than a month for $360,000. The seller told me at settlement that I was the best decision he ever made. Before selling your own home, I caution you to consider the following:
1. Do Your Research!
Carefully research information regarding the prices and terms of sales in today’s real estate market. Investigate recent sale prices for properties similar to yours in your immediate area. Then establish a realistic price for your property based on that information. This is most important due to today’s mortgage market and appraisal process in order to keep a sale together.
2. Make A Check List
~Fresh, clean paint thoughout
~Clean windows and window coverings
~Well-manicured lawn and yard
~Plumbing and all appliances in working order
~New or clean carpet
~All sealants (window, tub, shower, sink) in good condition
~Roof and gutters in good condition
3. Fix It Early
Make all necessary repairs and improvments before you begin to advertise your property
4. Offer Options
Meet with local lenders and determine financing alternative for your prospective buyers
5. Know Where To Advertise
Determine which Internet sites, newspapers and home magazines, etc., will best advertise your property. Call them for rates and deadlines.
6. Determine an Advertising Budget
Establish an advertising budget. Prepare a contingency advertising budget in case your home does not sell as quickly as you anticipate.
7. Attract the Right Buyers
Visualize where your buyers are coming from, what interests them, and focus your marketing based on that knowledge. Prepare a professional, attention-getting advertisement that will attract the right buyers to your property. Place your ad in the newspaper(s). Upload your information and photos on all the most popular and high traffic websites.
8. Extend Your Market
Prepare a plan to reach out-of-town buyers who account for a major portion of home purchasers.
9. Post a Yard Sign
Purchase an eye-catching and weatherproof yard sign, intall it in the front of your property. (Be sure to check with your municipality as their are certain restrictions that could result in a fine)
10. Advertise Your Open House
Purchase special “open house” signs and position them in paths that lead from main roads or thoroughfares, through the neighborhoods and to the property. Put these signs out each time you hold an open house (be sure to check with your municipality with these to as some do not allow them at all or for certain timeframes. Also be sure to remove all signs after the open house)
11. List Key Home Features
Prepare a “feature” fact sheet outlining specific features of your home and the corresponding benefits to prospective purchasers.
12. Welcome Buyer
Schedule and conduct open house “weekdays” as well as open house weekends. Make your property more inviting by placing freshly cut flowers in several rooms. You might burn scented candles in the living room, kitchen and baths. The aroma of fresly baked bread or cookies also adds to the ambiance of your property.
13. Be Available
Be available at all times so that you can walk through the property with prospective buyers to answer their questions and offer information about local schools, parks, transportation, shopping, places of worship, etc.
14. Return Calls Promptly
Respond to telephone and email requests for information in a timely manner. Learn how to separate the “lookers” from qualified buyers. Ask for names and phone numbers and be sure to follow up.
15. Keep It Professional
Be prepared to negotiate with the buyer(s) as though you are an impartial third party. Remain calm and refrain from any emotional outburst that might spoil a sale.
16. Be Prepared For a Sale
Obtain all forms necessary for the legal sale of real property such as:
~Deposit Receipt and Offer to Purchase
~Buyer’s Cost Sheet
~Seller’s Disclosure Form. In our increasingly litigious society, it is imperative that all known defects be disclosed to the buyer(s).
17. Financing Options
Determine the type(s) of financing that you are willing to consider, such as FHA, VA, Conventional, Seller Carryback Loan, Conventional Loan with Seller Carryback Second Loan, or a “Wrap Around” Loan. Remember that certain loans have diffent requirements where you may be responsible for additonal repairs.
18. Cover the Details
Negotiate with the buyer(s) all final terms of the sale including price, financing, inspections, date of closing, date of possession and other pertinent considerations.
19. Offer a Walk-Through
Plan a final walkthrough with the buyer before the settlement process is complete in order to resolve and disputes. Have a witness present.
20. Coordinate Your Move
While you are marketing your current property. locate and negotiate to purchase your next home. Attempts to schedule both transaction so that they close simultaneously. In this way, you and the buyer are able to move al the same time.
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Looking for a Home in Wallingford/Swathmore School District?
Check Out These 3 Homes For Sale in Wallingford/Swarthmore School Distict…
1. 
$249,900 - 3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bath on the end of a cul-de-sac street.
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2. $319,900 – 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2-car Garage
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3. $474,900 – 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, 2-car Garage
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Wallingford/Swarthmore was voted one of the top places to live in the county in Money Magazine. Not only has the real estate value held well in this economy, the school system is one of the top rated in the county. There is covenient transportation with the Wallingford Train Station and you are only minutes from shopping, recreations areas, and award winning restaurants. Wallingford is also centrally located within 20 – 30 minutes of Center City Philadelphia, Philadelphia International Airport, tax-free Delaware Shopping, Wilmington, The Main Line, and so much more.
Do you like living in Wallingford? Please leave us a comment below!
Open House at 920 12th Avenue, Prospect Park, Delaware County 5/22 from 1:00 – 3:00!
Open House in Prospect Park, Delaware County
5/22 from 1:00 – 3:00!
We are holding an open house at 920 Prospect Park, PA this Sunday 5/22 from 1:00 -3:00.
920 12th Avenue, Prosect Park, PA 19076
Delaware County
$274,900,
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
For More Information On This Home CLICK HERE
If you like ‘old world’ character and charm then you must see this home. The owners kept the charm but updated it with many of today’s desired amentities including a master bedroom suite with full bath, tons storage with deep closets, gas fireplace, updated kitchen and so much more. The property also has a covered front porch, large side deck, fenced-in yard and a detached 2-car garage.
This property is also located between Prospect Park (Moore) Train Station, and Ridley Park Train Station.
If you cannot make it this Sunday please call Shirley (that’s me!) at 610-636-6920.
Looking for a Well Cared For Home in a Wallingford/Swarthmore, PA School District?
Fabulous Location in Wallingford, PA!
This is the ‘true’ move-in condition home that you have been waiting for! 4 BR, 2 BA Cape Cod tucked away in a fabulous, private location. Newer roof, windows, siding, gutters, gas heater, central air, updated kitchen and more! Sun Porch overlooking large, level, half acre yard. This home located in Wallingford, PA in Wallingford/Swarthmore School District.
Top Ten Wonderfully Unique Features of This Home!
- Location, Location, Location (Very Private Half Acre Lot)
- Award Winning Wallingford/Swarthmore School District
- Wallingford Elementary
- Newer roof, windows, siding, gutters, gas heater, central air consdensor, steel front and back doors, and garage doors
- Sun room with great views
- Updated kitchen with Corian topped breakfast bar
- Finished basement with bar area
- Spacious room sizes
- 2-car attached garage with keyless entry
- Clean, clean, clean!!
If you need a home with lots of space, updated, and in move-in condition in Wallingford/Swarthmore School District…This one is for you!
For More Information on this home…Click Here!
To schedule a private tour…Contact US!
Work From Home? Why This Home Will Work For You in Media, PA
Finished Basement Made Into An Fabulously Large In-Home Office in Media PA!
This large, updated 4 BR, 2 1/2 BA Colonial is tucked back in a fabulous, private location. The walkout finished basement that has been converted to an in-home office is perfect for someone who needs a large, quiet space to work from home. This home is located in Media, PA.
Top Ten Wonderfully Unique Features of This Home!
- Finished Basement with two large rooms with built-in bookcases, shelving, and desks (also great for homework time!)
- Location, Location, Location (Very Private Half Acre Lot)
- Award Winning Rose Tree-Media School District
- Walking Distance to Penncrest High School
- Large deck with great views
- Sun room with vaulted ceiling with great views
- Gourmet kitchen with center island, sideboard area with built-in wine rack, and desk area
- LARGE bedrooms
- Hardwood floors throughout first floor
- Walk up, floored attic (tremendous storage space throughout!)
If you need a home with lots of space, updated, and an in-home office in Media, PA…This one is for you!
For More Information on this home…Click Here!
To schedule a private tour…Contact US!
Easy Recipes For Busy Lifestyles in Media, PA – Creamy Beef Dip
Worried About Getting Something Nutritious on the Table Tonight?
Shirley Booth is an expert cook at well as an top Real Estate Agent in Media, PA. These are recipes she shares with sellers who have busy lifestyles paired with selling a home. “Anything to make my client’s life easier during this time is well worth the effort!” says Shirley Booth.
Please check back often for more easy recipes posted under the ‘Tips and Tricks’ category on www.shirleyboothteam.com
Creamy Beef Dip
1 package of Dried Beef
1 package of Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1 small onion (chopped)
1 stalk of celery (chopped)
1/4 of a bell pepper (chopped)1 packet of Onion Soup mix
Milk
1/4 stick of butter
Sautee dried beef, onion, celery, and bell pepper with butter in a frying pan until veggies are tender.
Pour mixture on top of cream cheese and mix well.
Add small amounts of mil until the misture becomes a soft consistency.
Heat Beef Dip in a microwavable bowl and heat to taste.
Serve with crackers or corn chips! It’s YUMMY!
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Build Your Dream Home! Building Lot in Wallingford, PA!
Beautiful, Level Building Lot in Wallingford/Swarthmore Schools for $175,000!
.39 Acres
Location!
- Wallingford/Swarthmore Schools!
- Neighboring property was just listed for $749,900!
- Close to Wallingford/Swarthmore Train Station!
Ready To Go!
- Uilities at the curb.
- Level lot
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Brand New Listing! Priced To Sell in Middletown Township!
5 Devon Lane, Media, PA 19063, Middletown Township
This home is spacious and is situated on close to 1 acre of ground. 4 BR’s , 2 Full BA’s, Central Air, Garage, Deck, & More!
So Much Potential!
The property needs cosmetic updating but the potential is definately there. There is hardwood flooring under most of the carpet and the kitchen has newer appliances. The brick fireplace in the lower level family room offers so much character. There is even enough room to possibly ad an in-law suite with the lower level family room, bedroom, and full bath!
Location, Location, Location!
The home is situated pretty much across the street from Penncrest High School. It is on a beautiful cul-de-sac street within a few short minutes of Ridley Creek State Park and Tyler Arboretum!
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