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$500,000

For Sale

17 days ago

242 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA

House

MLS® PAMC2180872

5 Bed

4 Bath

2518 sqft

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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 2518 sqft
Garage 
Taxes $9,236
Days Active 16
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 1880
Avg. Price Per Sqft $198
MLS® Number PAMC2180872

Property Address: 242 Church Rd, ELKINS PARK, PA, 19027-2728

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

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.
MLS® NumberPAMC2180872
Laundry LevelMain
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
Garage
Approx. Age1880
BasementFull
DrivewayDriveway
Garage Spaces
Heat
A/C
Heating Fuel

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Price History

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Not Sold YetSold Price

For Sale

May 22, 2026List Date
$500,000List Price

Home Appraisal

This property is estimated to sell between: $500,000 and $538,000.
Similar properties in this area sold on average for: $524,750
Expected to sell in 42 days. Similar properties sold in 58 days. This home has been on eXp Realty for 16 days.

The estimated sale price does not take into account many variables such as recent renovations, type of appliances, school district etc. To get a more accurate estimate please contact agent.

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242 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA

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