Seller's Agent in 2019
Craig Lerch
EXP Realty, LLC
(267) 214-7728
26 in this area
106 Total Sales
1209 Rydal Rd Jenkintown, PA 19046
Estimated Value: $1,018,000 - $1,781,481
5
Beds
8
Baths
4,957
Sq Ft
$261/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Waterfall on Lot
- 7.79 Acre Lot
- Rydal East School Rated A
- View of Trees or Woods
- Carriage House
About This Home
As of July 2019Nowhere in Rydal will you find a 5,000+/-sq ft estate home sitting on 7.79 acres! Homes like this are quite rare in this prestige neighborhood. This gem is one of the last large estate homes w/ acreage with the ability to have horses if you desire. Referred to as "Playwickey", this manor sits high above the valley for total privacy. If you love nature, space and a quiet environment, this home is for you! Surrounding "Playwickey" are lots of lush wooded grounds leading down to a majestic water fall, ponds, streams complete with a wooded cabin for storage or what your imagination decides. These grounds are large enough to keep horses without moving to Bucks County!The possibilities with this home are endless. If you have vision and the desire to update this beauty you will have many years of happiness here. Close to the city, airport and shopping, you will love this location. This elegant English Tudor with high ceilings, timeless woodwork, and hardwood floors offer 7 bedrooms,5 full bath and 2 half bath options, 5 fireplaces, formal sitting rooms, dining areas, living/family rooms and a sun porch. Additionally, the property has a carriage house with 4 car garage, 2 additional bedroom spaces and a full bath with its own heating system which was replaced a few years ago. With imagination and the desire to customize this blank canvas, your new home awaits you. Come and take a tour so you don't miss this rare opportunity.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(267) 214-7728 craig@craiglerch.com EXP Realty, LLC License #AB060964L Listed on: 03/28/2019
Co-Listed By
(215) 778-6802 chris@lerchre.com Lerch & Associates Real Estate License #RM424719
Last Buyer's Agent
(267) 214-7728 craig@craiglerch.com EXP Realty, LLC License #AB060964L Listed on: 03/28/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 7.79 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 987.00 x 0.00
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- 20 Open Parking Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
- Circular Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Pond
- Woods
- Creek or Stream
- Valley
- Garden
Home Design
- Carriage House
- Tudor Architecture
- Fixer Upper
- Stone Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Slate Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,957 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- 5 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Waterfall on Lot
- Outbuilding
- Playground
Schools
- Rydal Elementary School
- Abington Junior Middle School
- Abington Senior High School
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
Utilities
- Radiator
- 100 Amp Service
- Multi-Tank Hot Water Heater
- 60+ Gallon Tank
- Municipal Trash
- On Site Septic
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Rydal Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 009
- Assessor Parcel Number 30-00-61132-002
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 28, 2019
Closed on
Jun 27, 2019
Sold by
Steinberg Mary Ellen
Bought by
Chaverim Realty Partners Llc
Seller's Agent
Craig Lerch
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Craig Lerch
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$395,000
-39.7%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$691,370
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.05%
Original Mortgage
$613,952
Outstanding Balance
$539,900
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$751,470
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1967
Bought by
Steinberg Mary Ellen
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaverim Realty Partners Llc | $600,000 | None Available | |
| Steinberg Mary Ellen | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chaverim Realty Partners Llc | $613,952 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2019 07/01/19 | Sold | $600,000 | -33.0% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2019 05/31/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2019 04/26/19 | Price Changed | $895,000 | -10.1% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2019 03/28/19 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $201 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $31,493 | $680,050 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $31,493 | $680,050 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $30,179 | $680,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $29,212 | $680,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $27,639 | $680,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $34,076 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2019 | $34,076 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2018 | $34,076 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2017 | $33,072 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2016 | $32,740 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2015 | $30,777 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
| 2014 | $30,777 | $850,580 | $371,470 | $479,110 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Craig Lerch
-
Chris Lerch
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Chris Lerch
Lerch & Associates Real Estate
(215) 778-6802
9 in this area
91 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC598128
APN: 30-00-61132-002
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