$3,500
Total Monthly Price
201 Bowdoin Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081
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484-715-1371
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
2,232 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Rambler Architecture
- Furnished
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Burning Fireplace
201 Bowdoin Ave
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About This Home
Available Now
This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home in the heart of Swarthmore is offered fully-furnished for a one-year rental opportunity. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a bright, spacious living room centered around a wood-burning fireplace. Just beyond is a dedicated dining room that flows into a well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances. All three bedrooms are located on the first floor, along with a full bathroom featuring a tiled tub/shower combination. The basement provides an abundance of additional living space, including two bonus rooms ideal for home offices, a large open area currently set up as a gym, a second full bathroom with a shower, and a laundry area. Step outside to the truly magical outdoor space - with stone paths leading through gardens to two separate seating areas with art that creates a private oasis. There is also seating on the front patio and an attached garage that is available for extra storage space. All of this just a few minutes walk to downtown Swarthmore's shops, restaurants, train station, library, Co-op, parks, playgrounds, schools, Swarthmore College, and so much more! This is a rare chance to enjoy a fully furnished Swarthmore home with warmth, personality, and flexible living spaces.
201 Bowdoin Ave is a house located in Delaware County and the 19081 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family Detached Home
Year Built
Built in 1952
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
3 Main Level Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Home Design
Rambler Architecture
Stone Siding
Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
Furnished
Wood Burning Fireplace
2,232 Sq Ft Home
Property has 1 Level
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $3,500
12-Month Lease Term
Available 7/11/26
Assessor Parcel Number 43-00-01217-00
Tenant pays for gas, electricity
The owner pays for water, trash collection, internet
No Smoking Allowed
Residential Lease
Lot Details
8,276 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
On-Street Parking
1 Parking Space
1 Driveway Space
Schools
Swarthmore-Rutledge Elementary School
Strath Haven Middle School
Strath Haven High School
Utilities
Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
Overview
No Home Owners Association
Pet Policy
No Pets Allowed
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Street Parking
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Information
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Furnished Units Available
Location
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Swarthmore is a small but quietly compelling Delaware County borough where Quaker history, collegiate energy, and easy Philadelphia access all share the same two square miles. Rooted in a Quaker settlement dating to the late 1600s, the borough grew into a distinct community after Swarthmore College was founded in 1864, and that institution still shapes the character of daily life here. The college's 425-acre Scott Arboretum doubles as the borough's green heart, drawing walkers and nature lovers through wooded trails year-round.
Downtown Swarthmore, known locally as "The Ville," offers a walkable stretch of independently owned shops and a SEPTA regional rail station that puts Center City Philadelphia within a reasonable commute. The borough also hosts a Thursday Night Live summer concert series and an annual Jumble Sale through the Swarthmore Friends Meeting that draws crowds from well beyond the borough limits.
Learn more about living in Swarthmore
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Basement
- Furnished
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.3 mi |
201 Bowdoin Ave is within 12 minutes or 0.7 mile from Swarthmore College. It is also near Widener University and Neumann University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
358 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
554 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
245 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
909 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,869 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,159 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
206 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Swarthmore include Springfield Mall, located 1.9 miles from 201 Bowdoin Ave. 201 Bowdoin Ave is near Philadelphia International, located 8.1 miles or 16 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.1 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
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/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 201 Bowdoin Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
201 Bowdoin Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Scott Arboretum
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi |
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Delaware County Institute of Science
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi |
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Upland Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi |
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Smedley Park
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Drive: | 16 min | 5.9 mi |
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Rose Tree Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.0 mi |
201 Bowdoin Ave has 5 parks within 6.0 miles, including Scott Arboretum, Delaware County Institute of Science, and Upland Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 6.5 mi |
201 Bowdoin Ave has 3 hospitals within 6.5 miles, the nearest is Mercy Catholic Medical Center - Mercy Fitzgerald which is 5.6 miles away and a 14 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 13.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 26.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 48 min | 32.3 mi |
201 Bowdoin Ave has 3 military bases within 32.3 miles, the nearest is Philadelphia Naval Busi Center which is 13.8 miles away and a 24 minute drive.
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About the Listing Agent
Ursula Rouse
Compass RE
Ursula is an experienced Realtor® focused on residential home buying and selling in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. She prides herself on providing excellent personal attention throughout the entire process and beyond. She is a licensed attorney and as a former Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney and enjoys using her advocacy skills to help her clients. She works on deals that include everything from $2 million plus luxury properties to total fixer-uppers. She loves helping first-time homebuyers and will patiently explain the daunting process. She has built trusted relationships over the years with lenders, other Realtors®, inspectors, contractors, and architects in order to provide a complete and seamless home-buying or selling experience for her clients. Ursula lives with her husband and two young children in Swarthmore, PA. Previously she has lived in many different neighborhoods in Philadelphia and beyond. While she can frequently be found trying to convince people to move to Swarthmore because it is her favorite place, she truly loves and is knowledgeable about many neighborhoods in Philadelphia and other surrounding suburbs. In her free time, she satisfies her love of learning by listening to podcasts and reading. She will never outgrow her love for sports and is currently training for her first half marathon.
MLS Number: 1
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
201 Bowdoin Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081