256 Farm Rd

4,189 Sq. Ft.
$430 / Sq. Ft.
4,189
Sq. Ft.
$430
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning interiors meet Old World charm in this Frank Furness farmhouse nestled privately in the heart of North Haverford. Renovated completely by an award-winning designer, this home envelopes you in a magazine-worthy combination of elegance and warmth. Coffered ceilings, wainscotting, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite tile and millwork, custom lighting, built-ins, four wood-burning fireplaces, soaring ceiling height and glorious light all elevate the historic bones of this home to the finest...Stunning interiors meet Old World charm in this Frank Furness farmhouse nestled privately in the heart of North Haverford. Renovated completely by an award-winning designer, this home envelopes you in a magazine-worthy combination of elegance and warmth. Coffered ceilings, wainscotting, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite tile and millwork, custom lighting, built-ins, four wood-burning fireplaces, soaring ceiling height and glorious light all elevate the historic bones of this home to the finest modern day luxury standard. Pebble stone driveway apron, flagstone steps, pillars, flagstone patios and a stone masonry wall to the montauk-resort-grade pool add to the timeless street presence. French doors to these outdoor spaces bring beautiful light and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The eat-in, gourmet kitchen with vaulted skylight ceiling is finished with gold calacatta marble, porcelain sink with marble apron, black cabinets, custom light fixtures and stainless steel appliances. A classic butler’s pantry with porcelain drainboard sink, marble tile and built in shelves will have you mixing cocktails at all hours. The family and living rooms both with fireplaces are gracious, chic spaces you will retreat to daily. A beautiful study with another beautiful fireplace and doors to the outside is close to the everyday mix but private enough for productive work from home. Upstairs, the fabulous millwork and ceiling height continue. A master suite includes a large, light-filled dressing room, ensuite tiled bathroom, coffered ceiling with blonde wood finish detail and fireplace. Two additional bright, beautifully appointed bedrooms with two gorgeous bathrooms finish the second floor. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath with deep porcelain soaking tub. A heated pool is tucked privately up a stone walk and surrounded by space for lounge chair and entertaining. Newer roof, three car garage, deck off the kitchen and a private backyard perfect for entertaining and play finish this home with every amenity. Commuters dream, close to Haverford town center, train to Center City, New York and beyond. Around the corner from the Merion Cricket Club. Easy access to all major roadways.

Listing Agent

  1. Sarah West

    Sarah West

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    sarah.west@compass.com

    P: (415)-205-9773

Property Details for 256 Farm Road

Tax ID Number
40-00-17876-003
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 08/28/2022 07:29 AM

Property Details for 256 Farm Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PAMC2007928
Days on Market4
Taxes$22,517 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1885
Lot Size0.94 AC / 41,100 SF
CountyMontgomery County

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Building Information for 256 Farm Road

Stories3Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size0.94 AC / 41,100 SF

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Property Information for 256 Farm Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: LOWER MERION
  • School District County ID: 300200396851
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MONTGOMERY
  • MLS Area: Lower Merion Twp (10640)
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: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $577,530
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $2,098
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $2,420
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Zoning: R1
  • Tax Lot: 042
  • School Tax: $18,000
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,189.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,189.00
  • Total SQFT: 4,189.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, 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, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 287.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 721864
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Crown Moldings, Wet/Dry Bar, Skylight(s), Butlers Pantry, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Personal Pool Features: Heated
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 256 Farm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 22, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

$1,800,000
Nov 8, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1485361010

$1,800,000

+9.1% / yr

Oct 3, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

Sep 27, 2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

Sep 26, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

Sep 26, 2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

Sep 24, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

$1,725,000
Apr 7, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #524398117

$1,012,500

-2.2% / yr

Apr 7, 2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1003457541

$1,012,500
Aug 19, 2014

Pending

BRIGHT #1003457541

May 22, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003457541

$1,200,000
Aug 6, 2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1003420131

$1,150,000
Jul 23, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #275512506

$1,150,000

+7.0% / yr

Jul 1, 2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1003420131

Jun 15, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003420131

$1,149,000
Dec 14, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #217792053

$965,000
Dec 14, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #1003390879

$965,000
Oct 14, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #1003390879

Apr 21, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003390879

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/22/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

$1,800,000
11/08/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1485361010

$1,800,000

+9.1% / yr

10/03/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

09/27/2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

09/26/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

09/26/2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

09/24/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAMC2007928

$1,725,000
04/07/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #524398117

$1,012,500

-2.2% / yr

04/07/2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1003457541

$1,012,500
08/19/2014

Pending

BRIGHT #1003457541

05/22/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003457541

$1,200,000
08/06/2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1003420131

$1,150,000
07/23/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #275512506

$1,150,000

+7.0% / yr

07/01/2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1003420131

06/15/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003420131

$1,149,000
12/14/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #217792053

$965,000
12/14/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #1003390879

$965,000
10/14/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #1003390879

04/21/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003390879

$1,250,000

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

Public Records for 256 Farm Road

Taxable ValueLand$365,660Additions$211,870Total$577,530
Tax Record2025$26,382 ($2,198 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,188 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,188 SqFtStories3Lot Size41,099 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated2023ZoningR1CountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-17876-00-3Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 256 Farm Road

This home is within Lower Merion School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gladwyne School
PublicK to 4

BLACK ROCK MS
Public5 to 8

Harriton Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Fusion Academy - Ardmore
Private6 to 12

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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