539 Abington Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038-5005 $435,000

Coming Soon

Email This Listing Print property details Setup Alerts/Notes Save to favorites Share property details
Make Appointment
Beds/Baths: 2/1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,426
Acreage: 0.16
Age:90 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PAMC2140526
Subdivision: Glenside Gardens
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 539 Abington Avenue — Where Storybook Charm Meets Modern Ease “Home Sweet Home” has never rung more true than at this enchanting Glenside Gardens gem. With its timeless brick Dutch Colonial façade, classic slate roof, and newly added metal front porch roof, this home feels as if it stepped right out of a fairytale — and into your future. Tucked away on a tree-lined street in one of the area’s most beloved neighborhoods, this home offers the perfect blend of character and convenience. Imagine morning strolls to Keswick Village for coffee, an easy walk to nearby schools, low taxes, and a yard that invites both quiet moments and weekend gatherings. Step inside to a cheerful center hall entry, featuring a tiled floor, a hall closet, and a staircase that sets the tone for the beauty that unfolds beyond. To your left, a gracious living room welcomes you with warm oak hardwood floors adorned with mahogany inlays, a cozy gas fireplace, and twin French doors that open to the inviting front porch — perfect for a post-work unwind or weekend wine with friends. The kitchen is as practical as it is charming, with ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a large window that brings in natural light and backyard views. The adjacent dining room flexes beautifully between formal dinners and casual brunches, with sliding glass doors leading to a meticulously crafted, low-maintenance deck that extends your living space outdoors — ideal for hosting or relaxing. Upstairs, what was once a three-bedroom layout has been smartly reimagined into two oversized bedrooms with abundant closet space and a spacious hall bathroom (unusually large for a home of this vintage). If needed, the original three-bedroom layout could easily be restored. Outside, a freshly landscaped yard offers both beauty and privacy. A detached garage with a newer roof adds convenience for storage or parking. Downstairs, the full basement — already waterproofed and featuring high ceilings — is a blank canvas awaiting your vision. It includes laundry, a newer hot water heater, a brand-new heater (2024), upgraded 200-amp electric service, a newer sewer line (2020), and some plumbing in place for a future bathroom. Other upgrades include new windows, fresh interior paint throughout, refinished hardwood flooring, new engineered flooring upstairs, gutter guards, and of course, the stunning back deck addition. 539 Abington Avenue is more than just a house — it’s a lifestyle. Well-loved, thoughtfully upgraded, and perfectly located, this home is ready to capture hearts… but don’t wait too long. Schedule your showing today and step into your next chapter

Primary Bed: 21 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 1: 14 X 11 - Upper 1
Kitchen: 14 X 8 - Main
Dining Room: 12 X 11 - Main
Living Room: 21 X 11 - Main
Attic:
Primary Bed:

Taxes: $6,584
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Abington
Elem. School: Copper Beech Mid. School: Abington Junior High School: Abington Senior

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Basement Laundry

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Garage - Front Entry, Private Parking, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Full Basement, Unfinished Basement, Vinyl Flooring, Wood Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace

Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Metal Roof, Slate Roof, Brick Exterior, , Deck(s), Porch(es), Sidewalks

Lot
Front Yard, Rear Yard

Select a school from the following list. Schools are grouped by school type.
The schools on this list are selected by their proximity of up to 5 miles to the property address. Proximity does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Please contact the school directly for more information on enrollment requirements.
* If there are more than 5 schools of any type within a close proximity, click on the button to see additional schools of that type near the search address.

Public Elementary (44 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 0.51 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 0.88 mi
Roslyn School Abington School District K–5 Roslyn 1.3 mi
Highland School Abington School District K–5 Abington 1.41 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 1.44 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 1.46 mi
Overlook School Abington School District K–5 Abington 2.23 mi
Willow Hill School Abington School District K–5 Willow Grove 2.4 mi
Fitzwater Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Willow Grove 2.41 mi
McKinley School Abington School District K–5 Elkins Park 2.56 mi
McCloskey John F School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.58 mi
Rydal Elementary School Abington School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 2.64 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.87 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 2.96 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.07 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Erdenhm Springfield Township School District 3–5 Flourtown 3.08 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.38 mi
Jarrettown Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Dresher 3.45 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.52 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.6 mi
Day Anna B School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.66 mi
Cheltenham Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Cheltenham 3.69 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Enfield Springfield Township School District K–2 Erdenheim 3.82 mi
Fox Chase School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.85 mi
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts an Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.02 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.13 mi
Emlen Eleanor C School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.18 mi
Mastery Cs-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 4.22 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Fort Washington Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Fort Washington 4.32 mi
Houston Henry E School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Crossan Kennedy C School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.44 mi
Greenberg Joseph School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.46 mi
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.47 mi
Finletter Thomas K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.51 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.54 mi
Maple Glen Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Maple Glen 4.55 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.8 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Franklin Benjamin School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.87 mi

Public Middle (12 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Abington Middle School Abington School District 6–8 Abington 0.8 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 2.15 mi
Sandy Run Middle School Upper Dublin School District 6–8 Dresher 2.17 mi
Springfield Township Middle School Springfield Township School District 6–8 Oreland 2.88 mi
Elkins Park School Cheltenham School District 5–6 Elkins Park 2.99 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 3.85 mi
Murray Avenue School Lower Moreland Township School District 6–8 Huntingdon Valley 4.26 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Baldi C C A Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.76 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.8 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi

Public High (19 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Abington Senior High School Abington School District 9–12 Abington 0.56 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 0.87 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 1.77 mi
Springfield Township High School Springfield Township School District 9–12 Erdenheim 3.04 mi
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia City School District 6–12 Philadelphia 3.1 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.69 mi
Upper Moreland High School Upper Moreland Township School District 9–12 Willow Grove 3.74 mi
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.75 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
Eastern Center for Arts & Technology Eastern Center for Arts & Technology 9–12 Willow Grove 3.94 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.07 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Upper Dublin High School Upper Dublin School District 9–12 Fort Washington 4.47 mi
Lower Moreland High School Lower Moreland Township School District 9–12 Huntingdon Valley 4.59 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.76 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.8 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi

Private (71 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 0.7 mi
Temple Beth Torah School Of Early Learning At Oyrt Jewish Preschool–K Abington 0.96 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 1.23 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 1.37 mi
Abington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Jenkintown 1.37 mi
A Step Up Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Jenkintown 1.39 mi
Meadowlane Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Jenkintown 1.51 mi
Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 1.7 mi
Nexus School Nonsectarian Ungraded Roslyn 1.88 mi
Happy 'r' Wee Nonsectarian Preschool–K Abington 1.92 mi
Regina Coeli Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Abington 1.93 mi
The Meadowbrook School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Meadowbrook 2.2 mi
St Basil Academy Other 9–12 Jenkintown 2.34 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 2.41 mi
Martin Saints Classical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Oreland 2.46 mi
Milestone Academy Nonsectarian 10–12 Jenkintown 2.64 mi
Ivy Hill Christian Academy Seventh-Day Adventist K–4 Philadelphia 2.67 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.68 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 2.69 mi
La Salle College High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyndmoor 2.75 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 2.76 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 2.78 mi
St Raymond's Independence Mission Schools Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.8 mi
St Raymond Of Penafort School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.82 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 2.91 mi
Our Lady Of Confidence Roman Catholic Ungraded Willow Grove 2.94 mi
Queen Of Angels Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Willow Grove 3.01 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.07 mi
Play & Learn Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 3.08 mi
Wordsworth Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Fort Washington 3.13 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.23 mi
Creative Beginnings Nonsectarian Preschool–K Rockledge 3.36 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.43 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.57 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 3.62 mi
Early Learning Childrens Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 3.68 mi
The Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Dresher 3.79 mi
St Cecilia Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.79 mi
Evan Thomas Institute Nonsectarian 1–4 Wyndmoor 3.81 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 3.84 mi
Green Tree School Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 3.85 mi
St Genevieve School Roman Catholic K–8 Flourtown 3.9 mi
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Presbyterian K–12 Erdenheim 3.96 mi
Gospel Of Grace Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Cheltenham 3.98 mi
Montgomery Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Huntingdon Valley 3.99 mi
Valley Christian School Presbyterian K–8 Huntingdon Valley 4.05 mi
Holy Cross Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 4.09 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.18 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.19 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.19 mi
Carson Valley Childrens Aid Nonsectarian 8–12 Flourtown 4.21 mi
Presentation Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Cheltenham 4.21 mi
Mount St Joseph Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Flourtown 4.23 mi
St Albert The Great Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Huntingdon Valley 4.28 mi
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.39 mi
Open Door Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Fort Washington 4.41 mi
Germantown Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Fort Washington 4.44 mi
Jesus Is The Way Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–7 Philadelphia 4.44 mi
The Crefeld School Nonsectarian 7–12 Philadelphia 4.47 mi
First Century Gospel School Christian (no specific denomination) K–10 Philadelphia 4.48 mi
Academy Of The New Church Boys School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 4.51 mi
The Academy Of The New Church Girls' School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 4.51 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 4.57 mi
Project Learn School Nonsectarian K–8 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
Chelten Christian Crusade Little People Day School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Philadelphia 4.64 mi
Cedar Grove Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–9 Philadelphia 4.72 mi
Bryn Athyn Church School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Bryn Athyn 4.74 mi
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.77 mi
Lotus Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Red Lion Elementary School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Horsham 4.85 mi

© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.

This report is a detailed community overview for Glenside (19038), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 29
  • Average salary of people in this community: $66,827

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,974
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.62
  • Households w/ Children: 59%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 9,497 (81.4%)
  • Rented: 1,750 (15.0%)
  • Vacant: 425 (3.6%)
  • Total: 11,672

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 31,415
Households: 11,247
Median Age: 41.10

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.4%
  • Some High School: 2.5%
  • High School Graduate: 20.5%
  • Some College: 15.5%
  • Associate Degree: 6.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 30.1%
  • Graduate Degree: 23.4%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $97,415

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $791
  • One Bedroom: $1,005
  • Two Bedroom: $1,226
  • Three Bedroom: $1,576
  • Four Bedroom: $1,854

© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.

Contact Information

Schedule an Appointment to See this Home
Request more information
or call me now at 302-545-5356

Listing Courtesy of: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. , (215) 654-5900

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement. The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
Copyright BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved
Listing data as of 5/16/2025.

539 Abington Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038-5005

Share on Facebook
Share on X
Pin It
Copy Link
Email It

Broker Compensation

An offer of broker compensation or seller concession is not a guarantee. All compensation offers and concessions are negotiable and subject to written agreement between the parties. Please consult with your real estate agent for more information.