1347 Fording Brook Rd


















































































Description
This one of a kind home offers a thoughtfully planned layout of over 11,000 square feet, with amazing views from nearly every window. Hardwood flooring, exquisite mill work, arched doorways and beautiful Pella french doors and...Tucked away on a private drive built on 2.8 serene acres in prestigious Gwynedd Valley, this beautifully landscaped custom built estate home is a stunning blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Driving up the private drive to this home will truly take your breath away.
This one of a kind home offers a thoughtfully planned layout of over 11,000 square feet, with amazing views from nearly every window. Hardwood flooring, exquisite mill work, arched doorways and beautiful Pella french doors and windows are just a few of the quality details to be found. It combines formal and casual living to accommodate all lifestyles and the attention to detail in this home is undeniable.
As you enter the two story, light filled foyer you are immediately impressed by all the details. Flanked on one side of this grand entrance there is a gorgeous two story wood paneled library with wet bar and stone wood burning fireplace and the other side opens up to the formal living and dining room with the perfect ambiance to entertain family and friends.
The chef’s dream kitchen features a large center island, multiple work spaces, luxury appliances, and walk-in pantry. A cozy family room off of the kitchen features a gas fireplace and intricate custom molding. For the wine enthusiast, a back bar room offers chilled wine closet, wet bar with a custom wooden sink, and wood-burning fireplace. All rooms lead to gorgeous blue stone covered patio spaces that include a built -in barbeque, large stone outdoor fireplace and TV.
On the second floor the owner’s suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom, custom closets, and breathtaking views. Also find three generously sized bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms and walk in closets. On third floor find two additional bedrooms adjoined by a jack and jill bathroom.
The finished lower level completes this home with a theater room, gym, half bathroom, and spacious play room for adults and children alike. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to create a golf simulator space and expansive wine cellar.
Walk out to the rear yard to find beautifully manicured lawn and a new custom in ground pool built in 2025. A carriage home with two car garage has a finished upper level with full bathroom. The three bay garage has unfinished storage above that can be converted into a great art studio, office or additional living space.
With radiant heated floors in select rooms, a full-house generator, an irrigation system, full house water softener, and water detection system and sophisticated security system, this property is as practical as it is beautiful. Positioned for both privacy and convenience, it is located nearby several train stations, all major highways and Ambler’s vibrant dining scene.
Listing Agent is related to seller.
Listing Agent
jenna.sutow@compass.comP: (347)-752-7545
Property Details for 1347 Fording Brook Road
Property Details for 1347 Fording Brook Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAMC2176784 |
| Days on Market | 9 |
| Taxes | $37,339 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1988 |
| Lot Size | 2.80 AC / 121,968 SF |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2% |
Location
Building Information for 1347 Fording Brook Road
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$23,228 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
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Property Information for 1347 Fording Brook Road
- School District Name: WISSAHICKON
- School District County ID: 300200397032
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: SHADY GROVE (MONTGOMERY PA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: WISSAHICKON (MONTGOMERY PA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: WISSAHICKON SENIOR (MONTGOMERY PA)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: MONTGOMERY
- MLS Area: Lower Gwynedd Twp (10639)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,185,580
- County Tax: $6,475
- City Town Tax: $1,449
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: No
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Historic: No
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- School Tax: $28,833
- School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 4
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Library, Foyer, Mud Room
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Library
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2008
- Total Finished SQFT: 9,925.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total SQFT: 9,925.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Stone, Cement Siding
- Roof: Shake
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Tile/Brick, Ceramic Tile, Heated
- Basement Type: Fully Finished, Sump Pump, Water Proofing System, Windows
- Foundation Details: Block, Other
- 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, 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 Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 5
- # Bathrooms Half: 3
- Other Structure: 2nd Garage
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 1.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Rear Yard, Private, Secluded, SideYard(s)
- Fencing: Invisible, Partially, Aluminum
- Location Type: Suburban
- Parcel ID: 713771
- Ground Rent Exists: No
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 5
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 12
- Total Garage Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 6
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Wood, Stone
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Exterior Cameras, Security System, Smoke Detector
- Laundry Type: Main Floor, Upper Floor
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler, Gutter System, Play Area, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground
- Horse: No
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiant, Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned, Propane - Leased
- Hot Water: Propane, Tankless
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: National Association of REALTORS
Property History for 1347 Fording Brook Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAMC2176514 | — | |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC2176784 | $3,995,000 | — |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC2176514 | $3,995,000 | — |
| Sep 1, 1998 | Closed BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | $1,781,250 | — |
| Apr 26, 1998 | Pending BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | — | |
| Oct 23, 1996 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | $2,500,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAMC2176514 | — |
| 04/23/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC2176784 | $3,995,000 |
| 04/23/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC2176514 | $3,995,000 |
| 09/01/1998 | Closed BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | $1,781,250 |
| 04/26/1998 | Pending BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | — |
| 10/23/1996 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAMC354794 | $2,500,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1347 Fording Brook Road
Schools near 1347 Fording Brook Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | K to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shady Grove El School PublicK to 5 | ||
Wissahickon Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Wissahickon Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Gwynedd Mercy Academy El Division PrivateK to 8 |
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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