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4 beds2,400 sqft$244/sqft
5 E Amherst Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,933 sq ftLot Size
1930Year Built
$244/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 5 East Amherst Road, located in the coveted College Park section of Bala Cynwyd. This solidly built stone normandy features old world charm and elegance, with updated and modern features throughout. A flagstone front patio welcomes you into the foyer, with a living room featuring a wood burning fire place to your left, and an inviting dining room to your right. Directly through the foyer is access to the backyard, walkout basement, and a half bath. The basement is dry and could be easily...Welcome to 5 East Amherst Road, located in the coveted College Park section of Bala Cynwyd. This solidly built stone normandy features old world charm and elegance, with updated and modern features throughout. A flagstone front patio welcomes you into the foyer, with a living room featuring a wood burning fire place to your left, and an inviting dining room to your right. Directly through the foyer is access to the backyard, walkout basement, and a half bath. The basement is dry and could be easily finished, and is plumbed in for a bathroom. The second floor features 2 bedrooms, a hall bath, large linen closet, and a master suite with newly renovated master bath. The hall bathroom has been finished with Restoration Hardware fixtures and cabinetry. On the third floor there is another full bathroom, with all Restoration Hardware fixtures and a cast iron clawfoot tub; with another bedroom that is currently being used as a flexible living space. There is a large walk in and cedar closet on the third floor. Updates within the last five years include: new central air, Marvin windows, California Closets on third floor, garage roof and new doors, main roof, and copper gutters and downspouts. Walking distance to elementary and middle schools, within one of the top rated school districts in the state; this is a home with room to grow that you will be happy to make your own.

Listing Agent

  1. Liz Simpson

    Liz Simpson

    Listing Agent

    BHHS Fox & Roach - Haverford Sales Office

    P: (203) 856-1710

Listing closed: 11/08/2017 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: 1000275721

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$945,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

102.7%

Bala Cynwyd, PA

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Location

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Property Information for 5 East Amherst Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,130 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 40-00-00552-002
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Subdivision: COLLEGE PARK
  • Subdivision: COLLEGE PARK (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • Cross Street: CONSH STATE RD
  • Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,400.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Good
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,933 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: LOWER MERION
  • School District County ID: 300200396851
  • Elementary School: CYNWYD (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • Middle Or Junior School: BALA CYNWYD (MONTGOMERY PA)
  • 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
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Tax Assessed Value: $280,500
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Zoning: R4
  • Tax Lot: 246
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,400.00
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 62
  • Sign On Property: Yes
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Other
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, Water Treat System, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, S/W Changeover
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service

Property History for 5 East Amherst Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 8, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610933109

$585,000

+2.5% / yr

Nov 8, 2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1000275721

$585,000
Sep 12, 2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1000275721

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/08/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610933109

$585,000

+2.5% / yr

11/08/2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1000275721

$585,000
09/12/2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1000275721

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

Public Records for 5 East Amherst Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$12,814 ($1,068 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,932 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated2015ZoningR4CountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-00552-00-2Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5 East Amherst 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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cynwyd School
PublicK to 4

Bala-Cynwyd Middle School
Public5 to 8

Lower Merion High School
Public9 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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