609 Portledge Drive
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
$4,800,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
8
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
17,711 Sq. Ft.
$271 / Sq. Ft.
17,711
Sq. Ft.
$271
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 1/14/22
Closed 1/14/22
Description
Elegant Georgian Revival mansion constructed in 1910 under the design talents of prominent American architect Horace Trumbauer (best known for designing the Philadelphia Museum of Art). This special property offers spectacular curb appeal and is perfectly nestled on a serene, beautifully landscaped gated and estate fenced 3 + acre setting with world-class/resort-like amenities including mosaic tiled swimming pool, entertaining kitchen, two pool houses w/ guest baths & changing rooms, sprawling entertaining...Elegant Georgian Revival mansion constructed in 1910 under the design talents of prominent American architect Horace Trumbauer (best known for designing the Philadelphia Museum of Art). This special property offers spectacular curb appeal and is perfectly nestled on a serene, beautifully landscaped gated and estate fenced 3 + acre setting with world-class/resort-like amenities including mosaic tiled swimming pool, entertaining kitchen, two pool houses w/ guest baths & changing rooms, sprawling entertaining terraces, specimen plantings, sculptures, manicured gardens, putting green, koi pond & greenhouse +++. THIS RESORT LIKE SETTING IS PRIVATE AND MAGICAL yet you are on a no-through cul-de-sac street, in a family friendly neighborhood and remain CLOSE TO EVERYTHING - just 1.9 miles / 6 minutes to the center of Bryn Mawr (R-5 train to center city Philadelphia & NYC, fine dining, boutiques, shopping, restaurants, Mom's Organic Market, Starbucks, La Colombe & Bryn Mawr Theater). Impeccably maintained, updated and restored, this 17,000 + - square foot 8 + bedroom, 10 + bath home offers character and details of a by-gone era and tasteful modern updates that create a transitional aesthetic -- perfect for grand-scale entertaining and intimate family gatherings. The 1st floor vestibule leads to the transverse entrance hall that introduces the incredible scale of this home, open floor plan, dramatic ceiling heights and sun-drenched interior. The open, circular flow between rooms is ideal for entertaining with the center of the home featuring a jaw-dropping great room w/ original ornate plaster ceiling details, honed marble fireplace, beautiful mouldings and French doors opening to the brick terrace that runs the length of the house (perfect for outdoor entertaining and important celebrations). Additionally, the 1st floor offers an ornate bar w/ fireplace open to family room #1 and solarium with antiqued brick floor & door to most beautiful zen-like koi pond. The living room opens to the banquet sized dining room and chefs kitchen w/ abundant Kountry Kraft maple soft-close cabinetry, quartz counters, subway tiled back splash and professional appliances including: Thermadore 6 burner range w/ grill & professional hood, Thermador refrigerator, 3 Thermador ovens (including steam/convection), Miele built-in coffee/espresso, dual Fisher Paykel dishwashers, wine fridge and ice maker, large quartz entertaining island open to large breakfast room w/ fireplace & door to rear terrace, pool & entertaining areas. Completing the 1st floor are formal marble guest powder room, cherry panelled home office w/ mosaic tiled private bath, mud/storage rooms and inside access to oversized 3 car garage and family entrance. The grand flaired staircase leads to the 2nd floor which offers luxurious owners suite with large bedroom w/ fireplace, spa-like travertine bath w/ deep jetted tub, frame less shower, double sinks, toilet & bidet, his & her room sized outfitted closets and ladies makeup area w/ Onyx topped vanity + enormous sitting room + 3 additional en suite bedrooms, in-law suite w/ kitchen, full bath, laundry and linen room. The 3rd floor offers 3 + bedrooms, full gym, gym bath w/ dual tubs, white marble steam shower w/ multiple sprays, sauna and massage room. The finished lower level is an entertainers delight featuring movie theater, state of the art temperature & humidity controlled wine cellar, poker niche and a Turkish inspired tap room w/ professionally outfitted bar (taps, ice maker, commercial dishwasher, custom Wood Mode cabinetry, Velvet sofas, ornate tile and Venetian plaster walls). What truly sets this property apart is the LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY, incredible setting, amazing swimming pool and entertaining areas, resort-like ambiance and complete privacy. Top rated Radnor schools & prime Bryn Mawr location make this very special home not to be missed!
Listing Agent
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jordan.wiener@compass.comP: (610)-996-6000
Property Details for 609 Portledge Drive
Tax ID Number
36-07-04941-67
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOAYes
Structure TypeDetached
StyleGeorgian, Manor
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 08/26/2022 07:37 AM
Property Details for 609 Portledge Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PADE548642 |
| Days on Market | 69 |
| Taxes | $47,741 / year |
| HOA Fees | $652 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Lot Size | 3.17 AC / 138,085 SF |
| County | Delaware County |
Building Information for 609 Portledge Drive
Stories3Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size3.17 AC / 138,085 SF
Property Information for 609 Portledge Drive
Location
Location
- School District Name: RADNOR TOWNSHIP
- School District County ID: 300200397358
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: DELAWARE
- MLS Area: Radnor Twp (10436)
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
- HOA Name: PORTLEDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2021
- Tax Assessed Value: $2,485,860
- Year Assessed: 2021
- County Tax: $7,455
- Improvement Assessed Value: $2,009,500
- City Town Tax: $5,677
- Land Assessed Value: $476,360
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: R-10
- Zoning: R-10 SINGLE FAMILY
- Tax Lot: 112-000
- School Tax: $34,609
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 8
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 8
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 8
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 8
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 8
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 8
All Lower Levels
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 17,711.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 17,711.00
- Total SQFT: 17,711.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Basement Type: Full
- 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-Upper Level 1-5, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-6, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-7, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-8, 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-Upper Level 1-6, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-7, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-8, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 8
- # Bathrooms Half: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 539246
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway
- Garage Features: Oversized, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Fireplaces Count: 8
- Accessibility Features: None
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- 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.jordanwiener.com
Property History for 609 Portledge Drive
| 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 609 Portledge Drive
Taxable ValueLand$476,360Additions$3,018,040Total$3,494,400
Tax Record2024$70,651 ($5,888 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths8.5Total Finished SqFt17,711 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt17,711 SqFtStories3Lot Size62,857 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyDELAWAREAPN36-07-04941-67Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 609 Portledge Drive
This home is within Radnor Township School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | K to 7 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ithan El School PublicK to 5 | ||
Radnor Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Radnor Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Main Line Classical Academy Inc PrivateK to 7 |
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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