1920 Montgomery Avenue
1920 Montgomery Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085
$2,490,000
Price
7
Beds
5
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
8,309 Sq. Ft.
$300 / Sq. Ft.
8,309
Sq. Ft.
$300
per Sq. Ft.
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THIS LISTING IS FOR 1920 MONTGOMERY AVE ONLY - 4.44 ACRES AND MAIN HOME
ANOTHER MLS LISTING IS AVAILABLE FOR 1920 AND 1904 COMBINED PARCELS LISTED FOR $3.2 M
Come home to a classic estate on the storied Main Line. Built in 1900 for coal baron Edwin Saxman, this grand home sits on 4.44 acres in Villanova. This parcel (1920 Montgomery Ave only) comprises the 8,309-sq-ft home. This 3-story, 7-bedroom, 5 full- and 3-half bath stucco-on-stone Colonial was expertly designed by noted Philadelphia architect...THIS LISTING IS FOR 1920 MONTGOMERY AVE ONLY - 4.44 ACRES AND MAIN HOME
ANOTHER MLS LISTING IS AVAILABLE FOR 1920 AND 1904 COMBINED PARCELS LISTED FOR $3.2 M
Come home to a classic estate on the storied Main Line. Built in 1900 for coal baron Edwin Saxman, this grand home sits on 4.44 acres in Villanova. This parcel (1920 Montgomery Ave only) comprises the 8,309-sq-ft home. This 3-story, 7-bedroom, 5 full- and 3-half bath stucco-on-stone Colonial was expertly designed by noted Philadelphia architect Horace Wells Sellers, a member of the committee that restored Independence Hall, Washington’s Headquarters in Valley Forge and other historic landmarks. The period architectural details are exquisite. From the grand staircase in the 2-story foyer, 11 wood burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, intricate moldings, bowed windows, arched doorways, built-in cabinets and 10 ft+ ceilings, the home’s classic beauty has withstood the test of time. Love to entertain? Rooms connect seamlessly with the main foyer and each other through sliding glass and French doors. Move easily from indoor to outdoor living, with expansive red brick and stone patios front and back, with covered porches, multiple seating areas and entry doors to several interior rooms. Across the foyer, abutting the living and dining rooms, a loggia—a room that can open to the outdoors and adjoining rooms—serves as a sunlit family room. With its tiled floor and triple arched French doors, it can easily be opened up to bring the outside in. Large windows and French doors in almost every room allow for abundant sunlight and views of the property’s natural beauty, with specimen trees and lush landscaping. Turn-of-the-20th century elegance meets modern convenience in the kitchen, butler’s pantry, breakfast room/wet bar and informal powder room, all renovated in 2004. The kitchen offers a center island with seating, SubZero refrigerator, Wolf range, refrigerator drawers, custom built-in cabinetry and desk, brick fireplace and access to both front and rear patios. Completing the first floor, a step-up “in-law suite” is currently used as an office. This section provides access to the 2nd level via back stairs to 2 guest bedrooms and bath above. Off the foyer, the grand staircase leads upstairs to a beautiful landing and hallway with 3 gorgeous chandeliers, complete with a sleeping porch, a nod to the days before central air. The primary suite has also been renovated for comfort and convenience. It includes a fireplace, a sitting room, multiple closets with built-ins, and 2 well-appointed luxury bathrooms—one of which pampers you with a soaking tub, steam shower, water closet, marble flooring, built-in cabinetry and a fireplace. Also on this section of hallway, 2 large bedrooms with fireplaces and walk-in closets share a renovated bath. On this level, you will also find the laundry room, with original cabinetry, as well as 2 additional bedrooms, another bath, and 2 storage closets. Another stairwell leads to the 3rd floor, which offers 2 bedrooms, a full bath and a large bonus room with fireplace, currently used as an exercise room. The original “silver closet” on this level is now used to store seasonal décor. The current owner has made many improvements, including a new cedar roof, copper gutters and downspouts; primed and coated flat and tin portions of roof; rebuilt fireplaces; HVAC system, outdoor lighting and sound system, and added 2nd electrical service. This grand property puts you right where you want to be, minutes from the shops and restaurants of Lancaster Avenue, with easy access to I-476 and other arteries and SEPTA rail, and in the coveted Lower Merion School District.
ANOTHER MLS LISTING IS AVAILABLE FOR 1920 AND 1904 COMBINED PARCELS LISTED FOR $3.2 M
Come home to a classic estate on the storied Main Line. Built in 1900 for coal baron Edwin Saxman, this grand home sits on 4.44 acres in Villanova. This parcel (1920 Montgomery Ave only) comprises the 8,309-sq-ft home. This 3-story, 7-bedroom, 5 full- and 3-half bath stucco-on-stone Colonial was expertly designed by noted Philadelphia architect...THIS LISTING IS FOR 1920 MONTGOMERY AVE ONLY - 4.44 ACRES AND MAIN HOME
ANOTHER MLS LISTING IS AVAILABLE FOR 1920 AND 1904 COMBINED PARCELS LISTED FOR $3.2 M
Come home to a classic estate on the storied Main Line. Built in 1900 for coal baron Edwin Saxman, this grand home sits on 4.44 acres in Villanova. This parcel (1920 Montgomery Ave only) comprises the 8,309-sq-ft home. This 3-story, 7-bedroom, 5 full- and 3-half bath stucco-on-stone Colonial was expertly designed by noted Philadelphia architect Horace Wells Sellers, a member of the committee that restored Independence Hall, Washington’s Headquarters in Valley Forge and other historic landmarks. The period architectural details are exquisite. From the grand staircase in the 2-story foyer, 11 wood burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, intricate moldings, bowed windows, arched doorways, built-in cabinets and 10 ft+ ceilings, the home’s classic beauty has withstood the test of time. Love to entertain? Rooms connect seamlessly with the main foyer and each other through sliding glass and French doors. Move easily from indoor to outdoor living, with expansive red brick and stone patios front and back, with covered porches, multiple seating areas and entry doors to several interior rooms. Across the foyer, abutting the living and dining rooms, a loggia—a room that can open to the outdoors and adjoining rooms—serves as a sunlit family room. With its tiled floor and triple arched French doors, it can easily be opened up to bring the outside in. Large windows and French doors in almost every room allow for abundant sunlight and views of the property’s natural beauty, with specimen trees and lush landscaping. Turn-of-the-20th century elegance meets modern convenience in the kitchen, butler’s pantry, breakfast room/wet bar and informal powder room, all renovated in 2004. The kitchen offers a center island with seating, SubZero refrigerator, Wolf range, refrigerator drawers, custom built-in cabinetry and desk, brick fireplace and access to both front and rear patios. Completing the first floor, a step-up “in-law suite” is currently used as an office. This section provides access to the 2nd level via back stairs to 2 guest bedrooms and bath above. Off the foyer, the grand staircase leads upstairs to a beautiful landing and hallway with 3 gorgeous chandeliers, complete with a sleeping porch, a nod to the days before central air. The primary suite has also been renovated for comfort and convenience. It includes a fireplace, a sitting room, multiple closets with built-ins, and 2 well-appointed luxury bathrooms—one of which pampers you with a soaking tub, steam shower, water closet, marble flooring, built-in cabinetry and a fireplace. Also on this section of hallway, 2 large bedrooms with fireplaces and walk-in closets share a renovated bath. On this level, you will also find the laundry room, with original cabinetry, as well as 2 additional bedrooms, another bath, and 2 storage closets. Another stairwell leads to the 3rd floor, which offers 2 bedrooms, a full bath and a large bonus room with fireplace, currently used as an exercise room. The original “silver closet” on this level is now used to store seasonal décor. The current owner has made many improvements, including a new cedar roof, copper gutters and downspouts; primed and coated flat and tin portions of roof; rebuilt fireplaces; HVAC system, outdoor lighting and sound system, and added 2nd electrical service. This grand property puts you right where you want to be, minutes from the shops and restaurants of Lancaster Avenue, with easy access to I-476 and other arteries and SEPTA rail, and in the coveted Lower Merion School District.
- Listed by Karen Strid • BHHS Fox & Roach-RosemontP: 6107246840 karen.strid@foxroach.com
Property Details for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
Tax ID Number
40-00-39340-004
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleManor
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
Location
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LISTING UPDATED: 04/08/2024 02:31 PM
Property Details for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAMC2096884 |
| Days on Market | 40 |
| Taxes | $32,672 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 4.44 AC / 193,406 SF |
| County | Montgomery County |
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Building Information for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
Stories3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size4.44 AC / 193,406 SF
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$16,312 per month
30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest
Principal and Interest
$13,589
Property Taxes
$2,723
HOA Dues
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Property Information for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
Location
Location
- Transportation: Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
- School District Name: LOWER MERION
- School District County ID: 300200396851
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: GLADWYNE (MONTGOMERY PA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
- Middle Or Junior School: WELSH VALLEY (MONTGOMERY PA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- High School: HARRITON SENIOR (MONTGOMERY PA)
- HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- 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: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $816,380
- County Tax: $3,459
- City Town Tax: $3,420
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Tax Lot: 5
- School Tax: $25,793
- School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Tax Page Number: 358
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 3
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 7
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 4
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Crown Molding, Flooring - Terrazzo
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 35.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 24.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding
Room 4
- Room Type: Office
- Room Length: 22.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed
Room 5
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Built-Ins, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Recessed
Room 6
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 6.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Countertop(s) - Granite
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 6
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 9
- Room Type: Exercise Room
- Room Length: 46.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Wood
Room 10
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding
Room 11
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Crown Molding, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, Built-Ins, Lighting - Recessed, Double Sink, Island, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
Room 12
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Breakfast Nook, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed
Room 13
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
- Room Type: Other
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 17
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 26.0
- Room Width: 18.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Attached Bathroom, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Built-Ins
Room 18
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Built-Ins, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Marble, Soaking Tub, Countertop(s) - Granite, Crown Molding, Lighting - Recessed, Walk-In Closet(s), Double Sink
Room 19
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 18.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 20
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 21
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - HardWood
Room 22
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 23
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 24
- Room Type: Additional Bedroom
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
Room 25
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 9.0
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 26
- Room Type: Attic
- Room Level: Upper 2
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attic - Floored
Building Info
Building Info
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2008
- Total Finished SQFT: 8,309.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total SQFT: 8,309.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Stone
- Roof: Shake, Wood, Pitched, Flat
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, High
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Marble, Tile/Brick
- Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-5, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 5
- # Bathrooms Half: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Private
- Parcel ID: 728387
- Additional Parcels: No
- Addl Parcels Descrp: THIS LISTING IS FOR 1920 MONTGOMERY AVE ONLY ANOTHER MLS LISTING IS AVAILABLE FOR 1920 AND 1904 COMBINED PARCELS $3.2 M
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 12
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Wine Storage, Store/Office
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 11
- Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Marble, Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Commercial Range, Dryer - Gas, Washer - Front Loading
- Accessibility Features: None
- Door Features: Six Panel, French, Double Entry
- Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Transom
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/917488948?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Brick, Balcony, Terrace
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Natural Gas Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiant, Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Fuses
- Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
Property History for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1920 Montgomery Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$390,670Additions$425,710Total$816,380
Tax Record2023$34,094 ($2,841 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths3Total Finished SqFt8,309 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,309 SqFtStories2Lot Size193,406 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated2004ZoningR1CountyMONTGOMERYAPN40-00-39340-00-4Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1920 Montgomery Avenue
This home is within Lower Merion School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | PK to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gladwyne School PublicK to 5 | ||
Welsh Valley Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Harriton Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Villanova Academy For Honor Studies PrivatePK to 6 |
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