501 Lafayette Rd

Merion Station, PA 19066

$677,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,794 Sq. Ft.
$242 / Sq. Ft.
2,794
Sq. Ft.
$242
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/28/19
Closed 8/28/19

Description

Welcome to 501 General Lafayette Rd, in highly desired Merion Station, Lower Merion Township. A beautifully maintained four (4) bedroom, two and a half (2.1) bath charming colonial home situated on a sizable lot with one of the largest yards in the neighborhood. This home is set in a prime location and features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious family room with wood burning fireplace, screened in porch to enjoy throughout the year, a finished basement, plenty of storage in the large walk-up...Welcome to 501 General Lafayette Rd, in highly desired Merion Station, Lower Merion Township. A beautifully maintained four (4) bedroom, two and a half (2.1) bath charming colonial home situated on a sizable lot with one of the largest yards in the neighborhood. This home is set in a prime location and features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious family room with wood burning fireplace, screened in porch to enjoy throughout the year, a finished basement, plenty of storage in the large walk-up attic and basement, beautiful landscaping, and a private driveway. The home is freshly painted throughout and has a new HVAC system. As you drive to the home, you will notice the beautiful landscaping and well-maintained fenced-in yard with the home set back from the street. A large driveway and 2 car garage provides plenty of off-street parking. As you make your way up the walkway and into the home, you will be greeted by a beautiful light-filled entryway, with natural light radiating throughout the home. On the first floor, you will find a warm and welcoming family room with a cozy fireplace and large windows that allow natural light to stream in. Off the family room is a screened in porch a perfect spot to drink coffee and watch the birds in the morning or enjoy a meal outside on a warm night. Across from the family room, you will find a beautiful dining room with large bay windows and plenty of space to host dinner with family and friends. Through the dining room is an eat-in kitchen with plenty of countertop space and cabinets for storage. Just outside the kitchen is a cozy patio area that leads you to the large yard, a perfect space for relaxing by the fire pit, dining or entertaining, or playing yard games. Upstairs, there is main bedroom with full bathroom, as well as three additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The finished lower level provides plentiful space for entertainment, games, and relaxation. There is a large storage area in the basement, as well as a large walk-up attic. In addition to its wonderful interior and exterior features, this home is just a two-block walk to General Wayne Park and located in Award Winning Lower Merion School District. Walk to public transportation, schools, places of worship, dining and entertainment. Enjoy the benefits of city living while in the suburbs. Easy access to Center City Philadelphia, I-76 and Philadelphia International Airport. Waldron Mercy Academy and excellent options for the family within walking distance. This home is deserving of your full attention and written offer; schedule your appointment today!
  1. Listed by Paul K Clough • Swayne Real Estate Group, LLC
    P: (610)-696-3350 pclough03@comcast.net

Property Details for 501 Lafayette Road

Tax ID Number
40-00-36284-009
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
LISTING CLOSED: 08/28/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 501 Lafayette Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PAMC618604
Days on Market9
Taxes$9,451 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,100 SF
CountyMontgomery County
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Building Information for 501 Lafayette Road

Stories2Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,100 SF

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Property Information for 501 Lafayette 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
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $256,900
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • County Tax: $889
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $1,076
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Zoning: R4
  • Tax Lot: 294
  • School Tax: $7,485
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $10,000
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Utility Room
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Level Count: 3
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,794.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,244.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,794.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Floors In Unit Count: 3
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Block
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3018/9677/8610/301896778610_512_384_WM_XZb5vBTfjWQ4HTEB.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Finished Percent: 50.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, 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: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, SideYard(s)
  • Parcel ID: 727416
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Built In
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Wood Floors, Carpet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Screened
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV, Electric Available, Phone
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 501 Lafayette Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC618604

$677,000—
Aug 27, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655499747

$677,000

+2.5% / yr

Jul 24, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC618604

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PAMC618604

$677,000
08/27/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655499747

$677,000

+2.5% / yr

07/24/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PAMC618604

—

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Public Records for 501 Lafayette Road

Taxable ValueLand$117,340Additions$139,560Total$256,900
Tax Record2025$11,735 ($978 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,244 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,244 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningR4CountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-36284-00-9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 501 Lafayette Road

This home is within Lower Merion School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cynwyd School
Public - K to 4
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Lower Merion High School
Public - 9 to 12
I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School for Girls
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

I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School for Girls
Private9 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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