- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,284 sqft
- 11,250 sqft lot
- $144 per sqft
- 1956 build
Welcome home to 1609 Harris Road in the desirable community of Laverock. As you approach this wonderfully maintained home you will be captivated by its striking curb appeal showcasing beautifully manicured flower beds, shrubs and ornamental trees that lead to an expansive covered front porch. Upon entering the well-appointed foyer prepare to be dazzled by the pristine hardwood floors, classic wood trim and a most gorgeous staircase with intricate ironwork. Just off the foyer you will fall in love with the spacious formal living room and adjoining family room that showcases a fabulous full stonewall fireplace with glass enclosure, built-in bookcases and cabinets and the most charming dry bar. On the opposite side of the foyer is a voluminous formal dining room to enjoy wonderful dinner gatherings with family and friends. Love to cook? You and your family will have such a wonderful time preparing meals in the sun filled kitchen boasting a large picture window, brand new Kitchen Aid appliances, corian countertops, tile floors, custom stainless steel backsplash and a workstation desk. Completing the immaculate main level is a fantastic laundry room with a new washer and dryer, a convenient laundry chute and a fully renovated stylish powder room. Ascending to 2nd level you will be greeted by the owner~s suite with a new master shower with glass door, stylish hardware and lighting fixtures. The owner~s suite offers an abundance of illuminated closets. This level also comprises of three additional spacious bedrooms each offering a profusion of closet space. Completing this level is a fully renovated hall bathroom with a gorgeous counter height furniture design vanity, decorative lighting and fixtures. Descending to the finished basement you will encounter a family leisure and entertainment area that~s fully carpeted and is a wonderful setup for a home office and recreational activities. Other significant basement improvements include new basement windows and a French drain system with sump pump that includes a transferrable warranty. Many family gatherings will be enjoyed in the magnificent backyard boasting a beautiful brick paver patio with retractable awning, manicured flowerbeds and a stone facade one-car garage with covered side porch providing additional outdoor patio space. The garage comes with a new roof, new door and new concrete carport and paved driveway. Other noteworthy improvements include: new roof (2019), attic fan installed (2019) new (wide) gutters/downspouts, new windows installed throughout entire house, new privacy fence, exterior of the house painted (2019) and ~almost whole house~ backup generator. The location is ideally suited for convenient access to shops and restaurants of Chestnut Hill, Center City Philadelphia, and Rtes. 309 and PA Turnpike, the charming community of Glenside and the Keswick Theater, the Philadelphia Cricket Club, La Salle College H.S, Germantown Academy, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Arcadia College and nearby Septa stations. Come visit and fall in love!!!
Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Sep 1, 2020 • Source: BRIGHT
MLS# PAMC652388 —
Amenities & Taxes
The Building
- Year Built:
- 1956
- Year Built Source:
- Assessor
- New Construction:
- No
- Construction Materials:
- Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding, Brick
- Structure Type:
- Detached
- Architectural Style:
- Colonial
- Levels:
- 2
- Roof:
- Asphalt
- Door Features:
- French
- Window Features
- Energy Efficient, Double Hung, Screens, Storm
- Accessibility Features:
- None
- Basement:
- Yes
- Basement Type:
- Full, Fully Finished, Sump Pump, Water Proofing System, Windows
- Above Grade Finished Area Units:
- Square Feet
- Above Grade Fin SQFT:
- 2784
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source:
- Assessor
- Below Grade Finished Area Units:
- Square Feet
- Below Grade Unfin Area Units:
- Square Feet
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source:
- Estimated
- Below Grade Fin SQFT:
- 500
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source:
- Assessor
- Total SQFT Source:
- Estimated
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source:
- Estimated
- Total Below Grade SQFT:
- 500
- Tax Total Finished SQFT:
- 2784
Interior
- Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fan(s), Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Laundry Chute, Master Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Dining Area, Carpet, Bar, Attic/House Fan
- Room List:
- Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Master Bathroom, Half Bath
- Flooring Type:
- Hardwood
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Features:
- Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood
- Living Area SQFT Source:
- Estimated
Room Dimensions
- Total SQFT
- 3284
- Living Area SQFT:
- 3,284 Sqft
Financial & Terms
- Sale Type:
- Standard
- Acceptable Financing:
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
- Buyer Financing:
- Conventional
- Possession:
- 61-90 Days CD
Location
- Directions:
- Willow Grove to Knox right onto Harris
- Latitude:
- 40.08997726
- Longitude:
- -75.18157959
The Property
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Property Condition:
- Excellent
- Lot Size Acres:
- 0.26
- Lot Size Source:
- Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- 75.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source:
- Assessor
- Lot SQFT:
- 11,250 Sqft
- Inclusions:
- Washer/Dryer and Refrigerators
- Other Structures:
- Above Grade, Below Grade
- Fencing:
- Wood, Privacy
- Outdoor Living Structures:
- Patio(s), Brick, Porch(es)
- Zoning:
- R4
- Water View:
- No
- Waterfront:
- No
- Navigable Water:
- No
- Water Access:
- No
- Water Oriented:
- No
- Lot Size Units:
- Square Feet
- Riparian Rights:
- No
- Land Use Code:
- 1101
- Tidal Water:
- No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Office phone:
- (215) 641-2727
Taxes
- Tax ID Number:
- 31-00-13237-007
- Tax Year:
- 2019
- Tax Lot:
- 009
- Tax Annual Amount:
- $12,028
- Tax Assessed Value:
- $194,950
- Year Assessed:
- 2020
- School Tax
- 9488.0
- County Tax:
- 674.00
- City/Town Tax:
- 1866.00
- Total Taxes Pymnt Freq:
- Annually
Beds
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Upper Level Bedrooms:
- 4
- Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:
- 4
Baths
- Bathrooms Total Count:
- 3
- Full Bathrooms:
- 2
- Half Bathrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms Main Level:
- 1.00
- Half Bathrooms Main Level:
- 1
- Upper Level Full Baths:
- 2
- Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels:
- 2
- Bathrooms Count Upper Level:
- 2.00
- Bathrooms Full Upper Level:
- 2
The Listing
- Close Sale Type:
- Standard Sale
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Fuel:
- Electric
- Cooling Type:
- Central A/C
- Central Air:
- Yes
- Heating:
- Yes
- Heating Type:
- Forced Air
- Heating Fuel:
- Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer Septic:
- Public Sewer
- Hot Water:
- Natural Gas
- Water Source
- Public
Appliances
- Appliances:
- Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry Type:
- Main Floor
Schools
- School District Name:
- Cheltenham
- School District Source:
- Listing Agent
The Community
- Subdivision Name:
- Laverock
- Senior Community:
- No
- HOA:
- No
- Condo/Coop Association:
- No
- Exterior Features:
- Awning(s), Exterior Lighting
- Spa:
- No
- Pool:
- No Pool
- Municipal Trash:
- Yes
Parking
- Total Garage and Parking Spaces:
- 5
- Type of Parking:
- Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage:
- Yes
- Garage Features:
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Spaces:
- 1.00
- Parking Features:
- Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
- # of Detached Garage Spaces:
- 1
- Driveway - # of Spaces:
- 4
Extra Units
- Vacation Rental:
- No
Schools
| Rating | Details | |
|---|---|---|
|
5
|
Glenside Elementary School
|
|
|
5
|
Cheltenham High School
|
|
|
7
|
Cedarbrook Middle School
|
|
|
4
|
Elkins Park School
|
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/1/20
Sep 1, 2020
|
Sold | BRIGHT | $475,000 | -2.1% |
|
7/14/20
Jul 14, 2020
|
Pending | BRIGHT | $485,000 | |
|
6/21/20
Jun 21, 2020
|
Sold Subject To Contingencies | BRIGHT | $485,000 |