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Single family home for sale at 242 E Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027 | MLS# PAMC2180872 | Listing updated on 2026-08-31
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$465,000

Monthly Est:$2,314

  • Beds Icon5 Beds
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    4 Baths
  • Beds Icon2,518sqft

242 E Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027

$2,314/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1880

  • $-- HOA

  • 9,000 sqft lot

  • $185/sq.ft

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.

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  • Listing updated: August 31, 2026 at 6:54 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Aaron L. Gray, Sr. (215) 651-0847 | Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park (215) 887-4653
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAMC2180872 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Montgomery Pa County

  • City

    Elkins Park

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1880

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,518 sqft

  • Lot Size

    9,000 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAMC2180872

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    87

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Interior Features

    Kitchen Eat In

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Flooring

    Wood

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1880

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Architectural Style

    Colonial

  • Construction Materials

    Stucco

  • Property Condition

    Good

  • Roof

    Shingle

Utilities & Energy

  • Electric

    Circuit Breakers

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Full

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Rear Yard

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck

  • Subdivision Name

    Cheltenham

Price History

DateEventPrice

07/21/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAMC2180872

Price Decreased

$475,000 -5.00%

$189/sqft

06/06/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAMC2180872

Listed for Sale

$500,000 +7.53%

$199/sqft

06/06/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAMC2180872

Price Increased

$465,000 +78.85%

$185/sqft

09/15/2017

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1000458357

Price Increased

$260,000 +164.77%

$103/sqft

06/04/2014

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1003452407

Sold

$98,200

$39/sqft

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