Bought with Alex Neff • BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown
$380,000
$389,000
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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,396 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 08/12/2025
Key Details
Sold Price $380,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,396 sqft
Price per Sqft $158
Subdivision Oxford Boro
MLS Listing ID PACT2101258
Sold Date 08/12/25
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,396
Year Built 1917
Available Date 2025-06-26
Annual Tax Amount $5,465
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.336 Acres
Acres 0.34
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Welcome to 242 Penn Avenue, a beautifully preserved Colonial Revival nestled in the heart of Oxford's historic district. This delightful 3-bedroom home exudes timeless charm while offering thoughtful modern updates throughout.
Warm hardwood floors lead you into the inviting living room, where French doors and a classic stone fireplace set a warm, welcoming tone. Adjacent to the living area is a cozy sitting room, perfect for reading or relaxing, with French doors for added privacy and direct access to the spacious dining room.
The kitchen is a nostalgic centerpiece, featuring a rare GE 1950s range and custom cabinetry handcrafted by Keystone Cabinet Company—ideal for anyone who appreciates vintage charm with quality craftsmanship. A conveniently located powder room and a light-filled sunroom enhance the first floor's layout. The sunroom boasts screened windows, ceiling fan and a door leading down to the backyard, offering a peaceful retreat with natural light and garden views.
Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms plus an additional bonus room, perfect for a home office or hobby space. The primary bedroom has a ceiling fan and two separate closets. The rear bedroom opens onto a private balcony—an ideal spot to unwind with a morning coffee or evening breeze.
This home also offers exceptional storage space, including a walk-up attic for seasonal items or future expansion potential, and a basement with direct access to the attached one-car garage—perfect for tools, bikes, or a workshop area.
The blend of classic details with modern amenities makes this property a true gem in one of Oxford's most desirable locations.Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history with all the comforts of today.
*Please note that the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The designation Id is unknown by the seller.
Location
State PA
County Chester
Area Oxford Boro (10306)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Bonus Room
Basement Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Interior Access, Garage Access
Interior
Interior Features Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Laundry Chute
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood, Vinyl
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
Equipment Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Parking Features Basement Garage, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Garage Spaces 1.0
Water Access N
Roof Type Slate
Accessibility None
Porch Balcony
Attached Garage 1
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Story 2
Foundation Block
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Plaster Walls,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District Oxford Area
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 06-08 -0055
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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