140 N Sylvania Avenue, Jenkintown, PA 19046-4274 $399,900

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Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,388
Acreage: 0.14
Age:99 years
Style:
Cape Cod
MLS#: PAMC2104512
Subdivision: Rockledge
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 140 N. Sylvania Avenue, where timeless charm meets modern comfort. This delightful Cape Cod home boasts three bedrooms, one and a half baths, and has been meticulously maintained by its devoted owner who is moving south to care for family. Updates done by previous owner include a new heater (2022), renovated bathroom (2020), as well as a refreshed house roof and gutters (2015), along with a newly replaced garage and shed roof (2021). Current owner installed LVP flooring (2022) in basement and a dishwasher (2023). Step onto the inviting covered front porch and feel instantly at ease. Inside, a spacious living room awaits, bathed in natural light from abundant windows. The dining room seamlessly flows into the kitchen, featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. For outdoor enthusiasts, the kitchen's exit leads to a sprawling custom-built deck, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. The main level also hosts a convenient bedroom and full bathroom, offering flexible living arrangements. Upstairs, discover a generous landing area and two well-appointed bedrooms, each equipped with ceiling fans and custom closets. Down to the lower level to find a tastefully finished family room/office space, storage and powder room, perfect for work, gatherings or relaxing evenings in. Ample storage awaits in the sizable laundry room, while additional closets offer organizational solutions. The lower level was thoughtfully remodeled in 2008, ensuring both style and functionality. A charming Florida Room extends the living space, providing a tranquil retreat overlooking the backyard oasis. Green thumbs will appreciate the various gardening opportunities, complemented by the expansive fenced yard and shed. Convenience is key with this location, offering proximity to shopping, dining, playgrounds, and scenic walking trails. Other notable improvements include new doors, a doggie door for furry friends, and upgraded windows throughout. Witness the vibrant blooms adorning the front of the property adding to the home's inviting curb appeal. Complete with a detached garage featuring a newer door and attic storage, this residence effortlessly blends character with modern amenities. Don't miss the opportunity to call this meticulously cared-for property your new home.

Taxes: $5,225
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Buyer Agency Comp*: 2.5 % Of Gross
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Abington
*The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of BrightMLS

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Full Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Security System

Exterior
Block Foundation, Shingle Roof, Vinyl Siding

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* If there are more than 5 schools of any type within a close proximity, click on the button to see additional schools of that type near the search address.

Public Elementary (71 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Fox Chase School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 0.7 mi
McKinley School Abington School District K–5 Elkins Park 1.01 mi
Rydal Elementary School Abington School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 1.09 mi
Crossan Kennedy C School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 1.54 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Greenberg Joseph School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.75 mi
Cheltenham Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Cheltenham 2.01 mi
Farrell Louis High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.2 mi
Rhawnhurst School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.33 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 2.41 mi
Moore J Hampton School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.47 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.53 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 2.6 mi
Solis-Cohen Solomon School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.95 mi
Franklin Benjamin School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.03 mi
Frank Anne School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.11 mi
Carnell Laura High School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.11 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.17 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.17 mi
Finletter Thomas K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.25 mi
Spruance Gilbert School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.3 mi
Highland School Abington School District K–5 Abington 3.34 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.4 mi
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 3.45 mi
Overlook School Abington School District K–5 Abington 3.48 mi
Pollock Robert B School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.48 mi
Universal Creighton Charter School Universal Creighton Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.56 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 3.57 mi
Mayfair School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.6 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.7 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 3.73 mi
Ziegler William High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.83 mi
Loesche William High School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.94 mi
Allen Ethan School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.97 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Roslyn School Abington School District K–5 Roslyn 4.06 mi
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Science The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at HR K–8 Philadelphia 4.07 mi
Olney Elementary School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.08 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.15 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 4.15 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.16 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.3 mi
Brown Joseph High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.32 mi
Forrest Edwin School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.35 mi
Disston Hamilton School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.39 mi
Morrison Andrew J School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.4 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.4 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.4 mi
Northwood Academy Charter School Northwood Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Mastery Cs-Smedley Campus Mastery CS-Smedley Campus K–6 Philadelphia 4.48 mi
Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.5 mi
Keystone Academy Charter School Keystone Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.51 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.53 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
Holme Thomas School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Willow Hill School Abington School District K–5 Willow Grove 4.6 mi
Lawton Henry W School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.64 mi
Day Anna B School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
McCloskey John F School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
Mastery Cs-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney K–8 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
Barton Clara School Philadelphia City School District K–2 Philadelphia 4.72 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia City School District 3–5 Philadelphia 4.75 mi
Marshall John School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Comly Watson School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.81 mi
Sullivan James J School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.82 mi
Pine Road Elementary School Lower Moreland Township School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 4.84 mi
Stearne Allen Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.99 mi

Public Middle (17 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Elkins Park School Cheltenham School District 5–6 Elkins Park 1.7 mi
Baldi C C A Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 1.89 mi
Castor Gardens Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 2.38 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.53 mi
Murray Avenue School Lower Moreland Township School District 6–8 Huntingdon Valley 2.94 mi
Abington Middle School Abington School District 6–8 Abington 3.14 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.17 mi
Washington Grover Junior School Philadelphia City School District 5–8 Philadelphia 3.74 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 3.76 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 3.92 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.3 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
Feltonville School of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.83 mi
Harding Warren G Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.95 mi

Public High (25 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Northeast High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.11 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.53 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 2.57 mi
Abington Senior High School Abington School District 9–12 Abington 3.06 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.17 mi
Fels Samuel High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.28 mi
Lower Moreland High School Lower Moreland Township School District 9–12 Huntingdon Valley 3.29 mi
Washington George High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.54 mi
Lincoln High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.62 mi
Swenson Arts & Technology High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.88 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 3.9 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.07 mi
Olney High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.26 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.3 mi
Frankford High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.31 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.34 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.4 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.46 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.65 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia City School District 6–12 Philadelphia 4.75 mi

Private (72 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Creative Beginnings Nonsectarian Preschool–K Rockledge 0.29 mi
St Cecilia Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.6 mi
Milestone Academy Nonsectarian 10–12 Jenkintown 0.61 mi
St Basil Academy Other 9–12 Jenkintown 0.91 mi
Gospel Of Grace Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.54 mi
Montgomery Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Huntingdon Valley 1.55 mi
Meadowlane Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Jenkintown 1.75 mi
Presentation Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.84 mi
A Step Up Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Jenkintown 1.9 mi
Abington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Jenkintown 1.92 mi
First Century Gospel School Christian (no specific denomination) K–10 Philadelphia 2.03 mi
The Gan Jewish Preschool–K Philadelphia 2.32 mi
Cedar Grove Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–9 Philadelphia 2.39 mi
Cora Services Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.43 mi
Shaare Shamayim Preschool And Kindergarten Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 2.45 mi
Resurrection Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 2.48 mi
St Albert The Great Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Huntingdon Valley 2.48 mi
Politz Hebrew Academy Jewish K–8 Philadelphia 2.54 mi
Maternity Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.55 mi
Temple Beth Torah School Of Early Learning At Oyrt Jewish Preschool–K Abington 2.58 mi
Red Lion Elementary School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.63 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 2.69 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 2.69 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 2.75 mi
Shining Star Learning Center Assembly of God Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.81 mi
Valley Christian School Presbyterian K–8 Huntingdon Valley 2.81 mi
The Meadowbrook School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Meadowbrook 2.89 mi
Happy 'r' Wee Nonsectarian Preschool–K Abington 2.89 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.07 mi
Northeast Central Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–5 Philadelphia 3.21 mi
Regina Coeli Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Abington 3.27 mi
International Christian High School Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.45 mi
St Matthew Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.5 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.53 mi
The Academy Of The New Church Girls' School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.54 mi
Academy Of The New Church Boys School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.54 mi
Bryn Athyn Church School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Bryn Athyn 3.56 mi
St Jerome School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.56 mi
St Martin Of Tours School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.61 mi
Ann Kids Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 3.7 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 3.72 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.72 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 3.72 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 3.73 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.87 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 3.96 mi
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.97 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 3.99 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 4 mi
Father Judge High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.11 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 4.17 mi
Olney Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.19 mi
Holmesburg Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.29 mi
St Raymond's Independence Mission Schools Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.3 mi
St Raymond Of Penafort School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.34 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.44 mi
Nexus School Nonsectarian Ungraded Roslyn 4.47 mi
St Dominic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
St Hubert Catholic High School For Girls Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Our Lady Of Confidence Roman Catholic Ungraded Willow Grove 4.62 mi
Green Tree School Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Queen Of Angels Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Willow Grove 4.68 mi
The Bridge Nonsectarian 9–12 Philadelphia 4.7 mi
Frankford Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.74 mi
Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 4.85 mi
St Christopher School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.87 mi
Christ The King Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.88 mi
Ivy Hill Christian Academy Seventh-Day Adventist K–4 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Calvary Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.9 mi
Logan Hope School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.92 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Jenkintown (19046), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 30
  • Average salary of people in this community: $86,209

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 2,666
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.42
  • Households w/ Children: 51%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 5,014 (62.1%)
  • Rented: 2,260 (28.0%)
  • Vacant: 804 (10.0%)
  • Total: 8,078

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 17,660
Households: 7,274
Median Age: 47.20

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 0.3%
  • Some High School: 2.2%
  • High School Graduate: 21.4%
  • Some College: 14.2%
  • Associate Degree: 5.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 29.4%
  • Graduate Degree: 26.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $103,212

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,235
  • One Bedroom: $986
  • Two Bedroom: $1,470
  • Three Bedroom: $1,459
  • Four Bedroom: $1,726

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140 N Sylvania Avenue, Jenkintown, PA 19046-4274

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