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242 E Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA, 19027

5beds
4baths
2,518sqft
$475,000
$189price/sqft
$3,406/moest. monthly cost
$136,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

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.

Getting Around

51
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Myers Elementary SchoolGrades K-40.4 mi
7/10
Cedarbrook Middle SchoolGrades 7-82.2 mi
4/10
Cheltenham High SchoolGrades 9-122.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Good
  • Year built: 1880

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stucco

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2016

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Main Level,Mud Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen,Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,518

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,518
  • Total interior livable area: 2,518 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Mud Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 310006649007
  • Zoning: R4
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,000 sqft
  • Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot size dimensions: 48

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,401$28,812
Home Insurance *$219$2,628
Property Taxes $510$6,120
Electricity $276$3,315
Total$3,406$40,872
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$116,777/yr
40% on housing$102,180/yr
45% on housing$90,826/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.9%
9.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.3%
-1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$189This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19027$176
Montgomery County$233

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19027$183
Montgomery County$247

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-21Price change$475,000
2026-06-06Listed for sale$500,000
2017-09-26Sold$260,000
2017-01-26Listing removed$250,000
2016-08-29Listed for sale$240,000
2016-07-07Listing removed$250,000
2016-04-27Price change$250,000
2016-04-12Price change$279,900
2016-03-26Listed for sale$299,500
2015-12-05Listing removed$279,900
2015-10-21Price change$279,900
2015-10-04Price change$284,900
2015-08-01Price change$289,000
2015-07-10Price change$295,000
2015-06-15Price change$299,900
2015-06-05Price change$309,000
2015-05-07Listed for sale$315,000
2014-06-12Sold$98,200
2014-05-01Price change$119,000
2014-03-29Price change$124,900
2013-12-15Price change$139,900
2013-09-22Listed for sale$149,900
1995-04-05Sold$144,456

For Sale by Agent

AgentAaron L. Gray, Sr.
BrokerageCentury 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park

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