NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12 Bala Ave Unit 6 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Estimated Value: $457,733 - $500,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,384 Sq Ft
$345/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 28, 2021

Last sale price $380,000 $275 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,075/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Bala
  • Private Lot
  • Cynwyd School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Bala Avenue Park

About This Home

As of October 2021

Welcome to Bala Gardens, and a beautifully upgraded 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhouse located in Bala Cynwyd and award-winning Lower Merion School District. Enter the home from the inviting foyer into the spacious light and bright living room with sliders to the rear patio, and hardwood floors that continue throughout most of the home. The kitchen has been recently renovated to offer new soft-close cabinets and drawers, new countertops, a deep sink, and a unique backsplash. The open floor plan welcomes you to a sun-drenched dining area with a pass-through counter from the kitchen. A powder room, coat closet, and inside access to the garage complete the main level. The second level boasts a spacious master bedroom with an elegant, vaulted ceiling, a newly renovated en-suite bathroom with a skylight, brand new shower doors, a walk-in closet, and an extra double closet. Two additional bedrooms, and a renovated hall bathroom that includes a jacuzzi tub with built-in jets and shower. A linen closet and laundry room complete the second floor. A finished Lower Level, with wall-to-wall carpeting, has a large, spacious recreation room, perfect for entertaining, TV or use as a game or play room. In addition, a separate remodeled room with recessed lighting that is perfect as an office or computer room, toy storage room, gym, etc. Additional upgrades include all Energy Star windows and patio doors (2015), light fixtures, HVAC system(2014), fresh paint, and so much more! This wonderful home is a short drive to Center City Philadelphia and within blocks of the Regional Rail train station, the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, great local restaurants, shopping, playgrounds, places of worship, and all the fantastic amenities that the Main Line has to offer. Do not miss out on this opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dina Holt

(484) 498-4000 dinaholt@comcast.net Springer Realty Group License #RS161752A Listed on: 08/18/2021

Springer Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Cirillo

(215) 938-7800 mike@themikecteam.com Better Homes Realty Group License #0343522

Better Homes Realty Group

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 0.00
  • Backs To Open Common Area
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $125 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway
  • 1 Assigned Parking Space

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,384 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Schools

  • Lower Merion High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 465
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-03296-606

Community Details

Overview

  • $250 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, trash
  • Bala Gardens Homeowner's Assn HOA
  • Bala Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,528

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$125 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Exclusions: None. Personal property
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wall TV mount, bicycle mount in garage (negotiable)
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Assigned Parking Space Numbers: 6
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1384
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1384
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 281.07
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1384
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Assigned Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Circular Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Private
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 125.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Trash
  • HOA Name: BALA GARDENS HOMEOWNER'S ASSN
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 250.00

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: LOWER MERION

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 0.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Excellent
  • Zoning: R4

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 717060
  • School Tax: 4419.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5528.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-03296-606
  • Tax Lot: 465
  • Tax Page Number: 189
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2021
Closed on
Oct 25, 2021
Sold by
Schwartz Tracy D and Litvinov Vitali
Bought by
Dyen Linda
Seller's Agent
Dina Holt
Springer Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Mike Cirillo
Better Homes Realty Group
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.31%
Current Estimated Value
$476,933

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,933
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2014
Sold by
Schwartz Tracy D
Bought by
Schwartz Tracy D and Litvinov Vitali

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2009
Sold by
Toomey Shaun M
Bought by
Schwartz Tracy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,626
Interest Rate
4.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1998
Sold by
Farook Quadir A and Farook Penelope R
Bought by
Toomey Shaun M
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dyen Linda $380,000 None Available
Schwartz Tracy D -- None Available
Schwartz Tracy D $271,500 None Available
Toomey Shaun M $163,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schwartz Tracy D $200,000
Previous Owner Schwartz Tracy D $248,626
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/28/2021 10/28/21 Sold $380,000 -2.3% $275 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 Pending -- -- --
08/18/2021 08/18/21 For Sale $389,000 -- $281 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,921 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2024 $5,921 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2023 $5,674 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2022 $5,569 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2021 $5,442 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2020 $5,309 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
2019 $5,216 $141,780 $51,080 $90,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC2008526

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-03296-606

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