24 Penarth Road
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
$1,850,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,544 Sq. Ft.
$407 / Sq. Ft.
4,544
Sq. Ft.
$407
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Active Under Contract
Listed By Compass
Active Under Contract
Description
Welcome to this updated, full brick and slate roof Center Hall Colonial in desirable, walkable Bala Cynwyd, Gracious, well-proportioned rooms, a floorplan ideal for entertaining, meticulously cared for and visually stunning, this home is a complete package. 5-bedrooms and 4.5-bathrooms of style and grace offer a timeless elegance combined with modern amenities. As you step through the front door into a welcoming foyer, you'll be greeted by gleaming hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout...Welcome to this updated, full brick and slate roof Center Hall Colonial in desirable, walkable Bala Cynwyd, Gracious, well-proportioned rooms, a floorplan ideal for entertaining, meticulously cared for and visually stunning, this home is a complete package. 5-bedrooms and 4.5-bathrooms of style and grace offer a timeless elegance combined with modern amenities. As you step through the front door into a welcoming foyer, you'll be greeted by gleaming hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the first floor. A large and spacious living room is bathed in natural light and features a beautiful fireplace with elegant mantle as the focal point. Adjacent find a sunroom with beamed ceilings, walls of windows and French doors to the backyard. This sunroom, unlike many, is extra wide, offering plenty of space for an office, TV room or library. On the opposite side of the foyer find a generously sized dining room with built in corner cabinet, and separated from the kitchen by an impressive series of custom french pocket doors, offering multiple options from the most casual to formal dinner party gatherings. The kitchen was rebuilt from the studs by the current owner, and includes an abundance of counter and cabinet space. It features double wall ovens, a panel refrigerator, custom ventilation hood, a convenient pot filler above a Wolf 6 burner cooktop, and a large central island with additional seating. A stylish tile backsplash adds a touch of sophistication, and completes a design aesthetic that ensures the kitchen truly is the heart of the home. Off the side of the kitchen, near the door to the patio, find a powder room and mudroom with built ins, perfect utility. Upstairs on the second level, a luxurious primary suite awaits, complete with hardwood floors and a serene sitting area. The suite features a generous walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and a large walk-in shower, all redone by the current owner. The primary suite also includes direct access to a private deck, ideal for unwinding with a book or enjoying your morning coffee. Two additional well-appointed bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on this level. The third floor offers three more spacious bedrooms (one currently used for storage), another full bathroom and laundry room. Downstairs, a finished basement including an additional full bathroom, half kitchen and direct exterior access provides a fantastic bonus space, perfect for a home gym, recreation room, additional living area and more. Outside, enjoy a peaceful blue slate back patio, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation, overlooking a flat backyard lawn, landscaping and more. A two-car detached garage fits perfectly with the setting and mirrors the brick and slate roof finish of the main house. Conveniently located in the heart of Bala Cynwyd, Lower Merion Township, this home is a short walk to award winning Cynwyd Elementary and Bala Middle Schools. Also within walking distance to the Cynwyd SEPTA train station, the Cynwyd Recreation Trail, houses of worship, shopping and more. All this, and still within 15 minutes of Center City Philadelphia. Don’t miss this elegant Bala Cynwyd home…schedule a showing today!
Listing Agent
![Tom Dilsheimer]()
tomdils@compass.comP: (610)-389-1482
Property Details for 24 Penarth Road
Tax ID Number
40-00-46184-009
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleFederal
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2024 10:28 AM
Property Details for 24 Penarth Road
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAMC2119386 |
| Days on Market | 32 |
| Taxes | $16,563 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.36 AC / 15,500 SF |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Virtual Tour
Building Information for 24 Penarth Road
Stories3Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,500 SF
Property Information for 24 Penarth Road
Location
Location
- School District Name: LOWER MERION
- School District County ID: 300200396851
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: CYNWYD (MONTGOMERY PA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
- High School: LOWER MERION (MONTGOMERY PA)
- HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- County: MONTGOMERY
- MLS Area: Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $386,190
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $1,849
- Improvement Assessed Value: $0
- City Town Tax: $1,618
- Land Assessed Value: $0
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 1101
- Zoning: R3
- Tax Lot: 080
- School Tax: $13,096
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 4,544.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,544.00
- Total SQFT: 4,544.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Basement Type: Fully Finished
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 4
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 175.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 730907
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Features: Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Accessibility Features: None
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/1020350583?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.tomdilsheimer.com
Property History for 24 Penarth Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 24 Penarth Road
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$16,129 ($1,344 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,424 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,544 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt880 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated2015ZoningR3CountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-46184-00-9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 24 Penarth Road
This home is within Lower Merion School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cynwyd School PublicK to 4 | ||
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Lower Merion High School Public9 to 12 | ||
BLACK ROCK MS Public5 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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