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24 Penarth Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004

$1,850,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths, 1 Partial
4,544 SqFt
$407/SqFt
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24 Penarth Rd, Lower Merion Township$1,850,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOversized, Detached Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1920
HeatingRadiant
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #PAMC2119386
Lot Size0.36 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 24 Penarth Rd

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!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 4,544 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
  • Office Phone: (610) 822-3356
  • Listing Agent: Thomas S Dilsheimer

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Oversized, Detached Garage

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.36 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 24 Penarth Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Municipality:

  • Lower Merion Twp

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,850,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $407/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $14,825
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Lower Merion Township, PA.

Med. Sold Price

$785K

Med. Price/SqFt

$310

Avg. Days On Market

16

# of Sold Homes

46

24 Penarth Rd vs Lower Merion Township

16 DAYS ON ROCKET

-0 Day

$1,850,000

+$1.0M More

$407/SqFt

+$97 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $97/SqFt more than other homes in Lower Merion Township, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAMC2119386

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
  • Office Phone: (610) 822-3356
  • Listing Agent: Thomas S Dilsheimer

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 09, 2010Home Sold
$785,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$14,825$386,190
2020$14,461$386,190
2019$14,206$386,190
2018$13,946$386,190
2017$13,685$386,190

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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7
/10
  • Cynwyd Elementary School

  • 101 W Levering Mill Rd

  • 0.28 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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7
/10
  • Belmont Hills Elementary School

  • 200 School St

  • 0.85 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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8
/10
  • Merion Elementary School

  • 549 S Bowman Ave

  • 1.21 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $120,703. Typical income of Lower Merion Township, PA residents is $200k+ annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 24 Penarth Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 24 Penarth Rd property is $1,850,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 24 Penarth Rd is a house located in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, 19004.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 24 Penarth Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $14,825 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 9, 2010 for $785,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 24 Penarth Rd has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 24 Penarth Rd is 4,544 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 24 Penarth Rd is 1920.

Rocket HomesPennsylvaniaMontgomery CountyLower Merion Township1900424 Penarth Rd

This home is located at 24 Penarth Rd in Bala Cynwyd, PA and zip code 19004 in the Bala Cynwyd neighborhood. This 4,544 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.36 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 04, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,850,000.

Over 20 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Lower Merion Township, PA. In the same period over 19 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Lower Merion Township, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 2.5%. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 16 days, the median list price was $785,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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