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9 beds9,637 sqft

1855 Melmar Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.69 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$104/sq ftPrice per sq ft
16 carsParking Spaces

Description

Experience the graciousness and grandeur of yesterday with all the comforts and amenities of today! The original Biddle Estate Manor home, nestled on 2 acres of grounds, is a renovated classic. Hi-lighted by its dramatic, columned exterior, it has been lovingly refurbished. The grand Entry Hall features a sweeping staircase and gleaming hardwood floors, leading to the spacious Living Room with fireplace which opens to the Sunroom, with three sets of French doors to a private mahogany porch. The exceptional...Experience the graciousness and grandeur of yesterday with all the comforts and amenities of today! The original Biddle Estate Manor home, nestled on 2 acres of grounds, is a renovated classic. Hi-lighted by its dramatic, columned exterior, it has been lovingly refurbished. The grand Entry Hall features a sweeping staircase and gleaming hardwood floors, leading to the spacious Living Room with fireplace which opens to the Sunroom, with three sets of French doors to a private mahogany porch. The exceptional Formal Dining Room with two fireplaces is perfect for hosting Family and Friends. Truly spectacular, the expanded gourmet kitchen features granite counters, custom cabinets, the finest quality appliances, and window wall overlooking the grounds. A fabulous pantry, adjacent Mud Room Office with built-ins and fireplace, renovated full Bath and his and hers Powder Rooms, complete the first floor. Ascend one of the staircases to reach the well-appointed Master Bedroom Suite with two fireplaces, tastefully remodeled Master Bath, Sitting Room and walk-in Dressing Room/Closet. Three additional large Bedrooms, 3 renovated Baths, a loft area, and a Laundry Room are on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is highlighted by the oversized Family Room, 5 additional Bedrooms, a Den, and 2 remodeled full Baths. Plenty of options for an In-Law/Au Pair Suite or extended family living. Masterfully crafted Architectural woodwork abounds in every room. Meticulous attention to detail has created an elegant yet welcoming home. There are too many fabulous details to note. A one of a kind opportunity, at a great price. It is definitely a must see ! Includes a second 0.39 acre parcel Tax ID# 30-00-42943-785.
  • Listed by: Diane R Malnati 215.880.1456 dianemalnati@gmail.com • Quinn & Wilson, Inc.
  • Listed by: Renee M Meister 267.879.9146 reneemmeister@gmail.com • Quinn & Wilson, Inc.
Listing closed: 04/24/2019 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PAMC374364
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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

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Sold By American Foursquare Realty LLC

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Property Information for 1855 Melmar Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $20,907 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 30-00-44808-009
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 3+
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • Cross Street: Moreland
  • Municipality: ABINGTON TWP
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10
  • Central Air: No
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 9,637.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Good

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1910
  • Lot Size: 1.69 AC / 73,517 SF

Location

Location
  • School District Name: ABINGTON
  • School District County ID: 300200397027
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: RYDAL (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: ABINGTON JUNIOR (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: ABINGTON SENIOR (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • MLS Area: Abington Twp (10630)

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
  • Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $525,000
  • County Tax: $1,816
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $2,207
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Zoning: V
  • Tax Lot: 025
  • School Tax: $16,884
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • TaxDataUpdatedYN: No

Lease Information

Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $50,000

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 9
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Loft, Office, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 9,637.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: .00
  • Total SQFT: 9,637.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Heated
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, 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, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-5, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 6
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 655894

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage Spaces: 4
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 6
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Additional Storage Area

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Gourmet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Marble, Brick, Wood
  • Appliances: Commercial Range, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.tourbuzz.net/1201653?idx=1

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Property History for 1855 Melmar Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

$1,000,000—
Mar 12, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

—
Jan 18, 2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

$999,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

$1,000,000
03/12/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

—
01/18/2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAMC374364

$999,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1855 Melmar Road

Taxable Value

Land

-

Additions

-
Total-

Tax Record

2025

$28,232 ($2,353 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

9

Baths

7

Total Finished SqFt

9,637 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

9,637 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

90,605 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1910

Zoning

V

County

MONTGOMERY

APN

30-00-44808-00-9

Fireplace Type

Has Fireplace

Schools near 1855 Melmar Road

This home is within Abington School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rydal East School
PublicK to 5

Abington Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Abington Senior High School
Public9 to 12

St. Albert the Great School
PrivatePK 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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