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About this home
Nearly five decades of memories live within these walls — and now it's your turn to make your own. Nestled in the beloved Pilgrim Gardens neighborhood of Haverford Township, this classic 1950 brick Colonial has been cherished by the same family for nearly 50 years. That devotion shows in the timeless curb appeal, the solid bones, and the unmistakable feeling you get the moment you arrive—that this is a place where life has been genuinely lived and lovingly tended. The inviting streetscape sets the tone immediately. Pilgrim Gardens is the kind of neighborhood where neighbors actually know each other's names, sidewalks get used, and the community feels genuinely connected. Local parks, neighborhood schools, and everyday conveniences are all minutes away — the kind of infrastructure that takes decades to build. Inside, three comfortable bedrooms and two full baths offer the space and functionality a household demands. The eat-in kitchen and adjacent dining room create a natural flow for everyday meals and easy entertaining—both thoughtfully updated and well maintained over the years. A full bathroom on the first floor adds a layer of everyday convenience for homeowners and guests alike. The finished basement adds meaningful flexibility — whether you envision a cozy family room, a home office, fitness room or a space that evolves with your needs. What awaits outside is just as inviting as everything within! From the kitchen, step out onto the deck and you'll immediately picture spring, summer and fall evenings, lazy weekend mornings, and endless opportunities for outdoor entertainment and enjoyment. The generous 0.19-acre lot gives you room to breathe, garden, entertain, or simply unwind. Practical details matter too — The 1 car garage has been converted into storage/workshop space; with driveway parking for two cars, plus additional on-street options, keeps the logistics of daily life simple. Beyond the front door, the location speaks for itself — public transit, walkable neighborhood conveniences, shopping, dining, physicians, and hospitals are all nearby. Center City Philadelphia and major driving routes are effortlessly within reach. Homes like this don't come available often. When a family holds onto a property for nearly half a century, it says everything about the life that place made possible. That life is now waiting for its next chapter. Welcome home.
Pilgrim Gardens, located between Garrett Road and State Road, is a residential and commuter-friendly Drexel Hill neighborhood with mid-century brick twins and leafy, sidewalk-lined blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Garrett Road corridor near the Drexel Hill Junction trolley stop, where corner delis, takeout counters, and small storefronts set a steady, everyday rhythm. Housing leans toward tidy twins and detached homes with modest front lawns and deep backyards. Streets feel buffered by mature trees and pocket greens, with larger parkland close by. Community pillars include the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, the Tower Theater, and the 69th Street Terminal’s long-running transit hub culture.
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Offer insights
280 Friendship Rd · $449,000
$466K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $466K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 37 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Partially finished basement
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the upper level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms: one on the main level and one upstairs
Laundry & utility
Basement laundry
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Sidewalks
Shed
Home design
Detached
Parking
Two driveway spaces
On-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Crawl space and concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas hot water
Electricity and solar
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It is the purpose of this section to permit continued development in appropriate areas of the Township on lots that will yield a density of approximately seven dwelling units per acre. In addition, accessory professional uses would be allowed in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Drexel Hill, PA • 19026
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Drexel Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 280 Friendship Rd
$447,099
$1,901 under list price of $449K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $385K to $578K.