1220 Susquehanna Rd

Rydal, PA 19046

$980,000
Price
3
Beds
2,328 Sq. Ft.
$421 / Sq. Ft.
2,328
Sq. Ft.
$421
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

The Rhode Residence, a visually stunning & remarkably preserved historic 1 Story Mid-Century Modern architectural gem in sought-after Rydal, Pennsylvania, is being offered for sale for only the 2nd time since it was designed & built in 1957. Located in the Philadelphia suburbs in Abington Township, an A Rated Blue Ribbon school district. Designed by Carlos Joseph Alvaré (1924–2017), the prominent Cuban-born architect who worked directly under & was mentored by Louis Kahn from 1947–1951, the home...The Rhode Residence, a visually stunning & remarkably preserved historic 1 Story Mid-Century Modern architectural gem in sought-after Rydal, Pennsylvania, is being offered for sale for only the 2nd time since it was designed & built in 1957. Located in the Philadelphia suburbs in Abington Township, an A Rated Blue Ribbon school district. Designed by Carlos Joseph Alvaré (1924–2017), the prominent Cuban-born architect who worked directly under & was mentored by Louis Kahn from 1947–1951, the home carries an extraordinary architectural pedigree. Alvaré earned his Bachelor of Architecture from Yale, where Oscar Niemeyer served as his senior thesis advisor & Le Corbusier judged his final project & received his Masters from UPENN. Few architects can claim direct connections to 3 of the most influential figures in twentieth-century modern architecture. Inspired by Kahn & contemporary modernist masters, Alvaré designed award-winning homes featuring Pennsylvania fieldstone facades, open-flowing layouts, exposed structural elements, custom millwork, expansive windows, & dramatic ten-foot walls of glass that blur the lines between indoor living & the natural landscape. He emphasized thoughtful siting, light-filled spaces, & Japanese-inspired landscape design. The Rhode Residence is one of the finest surviving examples of Alvaré’s residential work. Commissioned by Meyer & Rhea Rhode, longtime patrons of Philadelphia’s arts community. Set on a professionally landscaped & private .72 acre lot, this provenance-rich property combines dramatic architecture, privacy, landscape design, & original period details with thoughtful updates including roof, HVAC, kitchen, baths, electric, HWH, flooring, lighting, interior & exterior painting, landscaping, landscape lighting, hardscaping, & a custom glass garage door. Owned by a professional artist, the home has been meticulously preserved. Offering 1 level living, the residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 stone wood-burning fireplaces, a living room, family room can also be a den or office, & an oversized detached 2-car garage. From the moment you enter, the defining architectural elements reveal themselves: dramatic ten-foot walls of glass, exposed original Douglas Fir ceiling beams, original tongue-&-groove ceilings, abundant natural light, & exceptional storage. Every major living space maintains a direct visual connection to the surrounding gardens, terraces, & mature landscaping. The exterior setting is equally impressive. Multiple Bluestone patios, terraces, courtyards, a deck with pergola, koi pond, landscape lighting, & Pennsylvania fieldstone walkways create a series of outdoor rooms designed to engage with the landscape from nearly every angle. One of the property's most notable provenance details is a custom stone landscape wall completed by a landscape architect responsible for portions of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s landscape walls along Kelly Drive. Rydal remains one of Montgomery County’s most sought-after neighborhoods, known for mature trees, large lots, architectural diversity, & exceptional access to Center City Philadelphia. The Rydal SEPTA station is approximately one minute away by car, an eight-minute walk, or two-minute bike ride. Around the corner amenities include Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Target, Starbucks, Wawa, restaurants, shopping, parks, golf courses, Abington Hospital, Holy Redeemer Hospital, Alverthorpe Park, Lorimer Park, and PHS Meadowbrook Farm. Opportunities to own a largely intact Mid-Century Modern home designed by a Kahn protégé with direct educational connections to Yale, UPENN, Niemeyer, & Le Corbusier are increasingly rare. The Rhode Residence is far more than real estate. It is a work of art, a preserved architectural artifact, & a rare opportunity to experience an important chapter of Philadelphia’s modernist legacy. The home was recently appraised at $980,000 by an appraiser specializing in Mid-Century Modern homes.

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Property Details for 1220 Susquehanna Road

Tax ID Number
30-00-65068-008
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Mid-Century Modern, Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories
1
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/03/2026 12:32 PM

Property Details for 1220 Susquehanna Road

StatusComing Soon
MLS #PAMC2182210
Days on Market-
Taxes$9,177 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.72 AC / 31,366 SF
CountyMontgomery County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Building Information for 1220 Susquehanna Road

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.72 AC / 31,366 SF

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Property Information for 1220 Susquehanna Road

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: ABINGTON
  • School District County ID: 300200397027
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • MLS Area: Abington Twp (10630)
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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $181,100
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $989
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $1,117
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 034
  • School Tax: $6,981
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Stories: Main
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Green Info
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Construction, Fireplace/Wood Stove, Home Energy Management, Flooring, HVAC, Lighting
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,328.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 156.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Pond, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Fencing: Aluminum, Split Rail
  • Parcel ID: 661244
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated, Storm, Sliding Glass
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Double Pane, Insulated, Palladian, Skylights, Transom
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Water Fountains, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Terrace
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Energy Star Heating System, Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers

Property History for 1220 Susquehanna Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 9, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343590258

$236,000—
Nov 9, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004065294

$236,000—
Sep 8, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004065294

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/09/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343590258

$236,000
11/09/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004065294

$236,000
09/08/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004065294

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Public Records for 1220 Susquehanna Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$9,131 ($761 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,244 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,244 SqFtStories1Lot Size31,368 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated2015ZoningRCountyMONTGOMERYAPN30-00-65068-00-8Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1220 Susquehanna Road

This home is within Abington School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rydal East School
Public - K to 5
Abington Junior High School
Public - 6 to 8
Abington Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
A Step Up Academy
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Rydal East School
PublicK to 5

Abington Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Abington Senior High School
Public9 to 12

A Step Up Academy
PrivatePK to 6

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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More information about 1220 Susquehanna Road, Rydal, PA 19046

1220 Susquehanna Road is a single family home Coming Soon in Rydal, PA 19046. This property is currently priced at $980,000. This listing's school district is Abington School District. Nearby schools include Rydal East School, Abington Junior High School and Abington Senior High School. 1220 Susquehanna Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,328 sqft single family home built in 1957.

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