26 Old Gulph Road

Gladwyne, PA 19035

$8,900,000
Price
8
Beds
9
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
16,410 Sq. Ft.
$542 / Sq. Ft.
16,410
Sq. Ft.
$542
per Sq. Ft.

Description

"Wooded Hill", a quintessential Main Line estate, perfectly combines architectural grandeur with luxurious amenities to create an unrivaled oasis in a coveted Gladwyne location. Tucked away behind stone piers and custom entrance gates, this magazine-worthy residence is majestically sited on nearly 7 acres. The estate grounds feature stately mature trees, specimen plantings, flagstone terraces and a large walled motor court. The 16,410 sq ft main residence has been exquisitely expanded and meticulously..."Wooded Hill", a quintessential Main Line estate, perfectly combines architectural grandeur with luxurious amenities to create an unrivaled oasis in a coveted Gladwyne location. Tucked away behind stone piers and custom entrance gates, this magazine-worthy residence is majestically sited on nearly 7 acres. The estate grounds feature stately mature trees, specimen plantings, flagstone terraces and a large walled motor court. The 16,410 sq ft main residence has been exquisitely expanded and meticulously renovated to reflect the floor plan and design features sought by modern families; with 8 bedrooms total, including the 2 bedroom apartment. Old world elegance includes handsome millwork, lovely ceiling designs, decorative iron staircase railings, countless French doors, 7 charming fireplaces that have been converted to gas, and the highest-grade fit and finishes. Generous windows throughout brighten the interiors with natural sunlight. The beauty is not just in the details, but on display in every room and out of every window. Some highlights include a Mercer tiled reception hall, grandly proportioned living & dining rooms, a gourmet kitchen with adjacent breakfast room, a sunroom, billiards room, two family rooms and two home offices. A private sanctuary, the luxurious primary bedroom suite includes his and her spa-like baths, a sitting area and is enhanced with a library balcony overlooking a two-story family room. Five other generously sized bedroom suites are beautifully appointed, served by outfitted walk-in closets, upscale private baths and sitting/homework areas. A second floor library/sitting room is an ideal area for homework or relaxation. The expansive day lit, walk-out lower level has a custom home bar, exercise room, home theater with stadium seating, full bathroom and convenient access to the swimming pool and grounds. Accommodations for the staff include a two bedroom suite, living room, kitchen, dining area and bathroom. Additionally, the home offers a full house generator (Cummins 100kw) and a Control 4 smart home system providing convenient management of lighting, music, security, and pool systems. Approached through a stone walled courtyard, the stunning 2 bedroom guest house has been recently renovated with contemporary designer finishes. Breathtaking estate grounds provide endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment or relaxation. You'll enjoy a sparkling swimming pool and nearby pavilion, numerous stone and brick patios offering a variety of commanding viewpoints, enchanting crushed stone pathways and exterior landscape lighting. A substantial level area of the grounds are perfect sports fields, and currently include a golf green plus three separate tee boxes. This idyllic retreat makes it easy to forget how centrally located you are in proximity to Gladwyne Village, King of Prussia, Center City and all major transportation routes.
  1. Listed by Robin R. Gordon • BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
    P: (610)-246-2280 robin@robingordon.com

Property Details for 26 Old Gulph Road

Tax ID Number
40-00-43380-005
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2024 12:06 AM

Property Details for 26 Old Gulph Road

StatusActive
MLS #PAMC2121886
Days on Market41
Taxes$156,235 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1920
Lot Size6.81 AC / 296,644 SF
CountyMontgomery County

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Building Information for 26 Old Gulph Road

Stories3Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size6.81 AC / 296,644 SF

Property Information for 26 Old Gulph Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: LOWER MERION
  • School District County ID: 300200396851
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • MLS Area: Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • 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: $3,903,800
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $16,540
  • City Town Tax: $16,356
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1108
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • School Tax: $123,338
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 8
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 7
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 6
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 2
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Library, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Loft, Maid/Guest Quarters, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Media Room, Bedroom 6, Full Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
  • Room Type: Maid/Guest Quarters
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 18
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 19
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 20
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 21
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 22
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 23
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 24
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 25
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 26
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 27
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 16,410.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 16,410.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-5, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 9
  • # Bathrooms Half: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 718.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • Parcel ID: 730068
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Oversized, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Flood Lights, Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape, BBQ Grill, Water Fountains
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Terrace
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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

Property History for 26 Old Gulph Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 26 Old Gulph Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$163,033 ($13,586 / month)
Home Facts
Baths12.5Total Finished SqFt19,382 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt16,410 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,972 SqFtStories2Lot Size296,644 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1920Year Renovated2006ZoningRACountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-43380-00-5Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Old Gulph 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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Penn Valley School
PublicK to 4

Welsh Valley Middle School
Public5 to 8

Harriton Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Lower Merion High School
Public9 to 12

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26 Old Gulph Road is a single family home for sale in Gladwyne, PA 19035. This property was listed for sale on November 11, 2024 by BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford, it's currently listed at $8,900,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on May 13, 2003. This listing's school district is Lower Merion School District. Nearby schools include Penn Valley School, Welsh Valley Middle School and Harriton Senior High School. 26 Old Gulph Road is a 8-bed, 10.5-bath, 16,410 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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