$592,000
SOLD JUN 15, 2015

1540 Briar Hill Rd Gladwyne, PA 19035

Gladwyne Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,024 Sq Ft
0.71 Acres

Recently Sold

$196 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Welsh Valley Middle School Rated A+
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of June 2023

Looking for a meticulously maintained home on gorgeous acreage in the award winning Upper Merion school district? Cease your search and settle into this spacious 4 bed 2.5 bath Colonial perched atop almost 3/4 of an acre in Gladwyne. Follow your illuminated pathway to enter the sunny tiled foyer and feel the warmth of this abode, lovingly cared for by the same owner for 36 years. The recently renovated kitchen is truly the heart of this home with updated appliances, granite counter tops, plentiful cabinets and a view as far as the eye can see. The kitchen opens onto a large dining room that has entertained generations for years. The Huge living room boasts a working fireplace and opens onto an amazing enclosed sun porch with sliding glass windows on three sides. The paved terrace offers a tranquil setting for cookouts and watching friends and pets frolic on the lush beautifully landscaped back yard. The downstairs also has a gorgeous paneled den with built in cabinet and wood burning fireplace. A powder room and well-appointed laundry room complete the first floor. The gracious staircase leads to 3 nicely sized bedrooms and a hall bath with double sinks. In addition the huge Master suite captures the morning light. Great closet space and updated master bath make this a true oasis. Storage space abounds above the 2 car garage as well as in the large finished basement with separate room and workbench. Convenient to 76, schools, shopping and dining make this home an unbeatable value. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeanne Whipple

Elfant Wissahickon Realtors License #RS275042 Listed on: 04/14/2015

Co-Listed By

Deirdre Affel

Compass RE

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Deirdre Affel

Compass RE

Compass RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,492

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 0.71 Acre Lot
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,024 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Gladwyne Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 237
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-07060-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,492

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All Appliances-See Disclosure
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Remarks Public: Looking for a meticulously maintained home on gorgeous acreage in the award winning Upper Merion school district? Cease your search and settle into this spacious 4 bed 2.5 bath Colonial perched atop almost 3/4 of an acre in Gladwyne. Follow your illuminated pathway to enter the sunny tiled foyer and feel the warmth of this abode, lovingly cared for by the same owner for 36 years. The recently renovated kitchen is truly the heart of this home with updated appliances, granite counter tops, plentiful cabinets and a view as far as the eye can see. The kitchen opens onto a large dining room that has entertained generations for years. The Huge living room boasts a working fireplace and opens onto an amazing enclosed sun porch with sliding glass windows on three sides. The paved terrace offers a tranquil setting for cookouts and watching friends and pets frolic on the lush beautifully landscaped back yard. The downstairs also has a gorgeous paneled den with built in cabinet and wood burning fireplace. A powder room and well-appointed laundry room complete the first floor. The gracious staircase leads to 3 nicely sized bedrooms and a hall bath with double sinks. In addition the huge Master suite captures the morning light. Great closet space and updated master bath make this a true oasis. Storage space abounds above the 2 car garage as well as in the large finished basement with separate room and workbench. Convenient to 76, schools, shopping and dining make this home an unbeatable value. Welcome home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3024
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3024
  • Net Sq Ft: 3024.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 211.31
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3024
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1540

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: LOWER MERION
  • School District Key: 300200396851

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.71
  • Lot Dimensions: 110
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 30800.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 718297
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11492.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-07060-001
  • Tax Lot: 237
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 06/15/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2017
Closed on
Nov 8, 2017
Sold by
Grasso Krista
Bought by
Giannakopoulos Helen E and Jasionowicz Jodi J
Seller's Agent
Rosalind Nathanson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Buyer's Agent
Liz Simpson
Compass RE
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.38%
Current Estimated Value
$1,620,110

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$520,110
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.34%
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2015
Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Orenbuch Donald I and Orenbuch Billie P
Bought by
Grasso Krista
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Whipple
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Deirdre Affel
Compass RE
List Price
$639,000
Sold Price
$592,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,000
-7.36%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.31%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,100,000 --
Deed $592,000 Title Services
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,241,250 New Conventional
Closed $880,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2023 06/15/23 Sold $1,655,000 +3.8% $418 / Sq Ft
04/29/2023 04/29/23 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2023 04/28/23 For Sale $1,595,000 +45.0% $403 / Sq Ft
11/09/2017 11/09/17 Sold $1,100,000 -6.4% $270 / Sq Ft
09/25/2017 09/25/17 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2017 08/21/17 For Sale $1,175,000 +98.5% $288 / Sq Ft
06/15/2015 06/15/15 Sold $592,000 -7.4% $196 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2015 04/14/15 For Sale $639,000 -- $211 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,104 $409,550 -- --
2024 $17,104 $409,550 -- --
2023 $16,391 $409,550 $0 $0
2022 $16,087 $409,550 $0 $0
2021 $15,721 $409,550 $0 $0
2020 $15,337 $409,550 $0 $0
2019 $15,066 $409,550 $0 $0
2018 $15,067 $409,550 $0 $0
2017 $12,463 $351,700 $0 $0
2016 $12,326 $351,700 $0 $0
2015 $11,493 $351,700 $0 $0
2014 $11,493 $351,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Liz Simpson

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Liz Simpson

    Compass RE

    (203) 856-1710

    3 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Liz Simpson
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  • Robin Gordon

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Robin Gordon

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 246-2281

    40 in this area

    1,297 Total Sales

    Robin Gordon
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Meghan Houder

    Compass RE

    (215) 280-4481

    2 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Meghan Houder
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  • Jeanne Whipple

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jeanne Whipple

    Elfant Wissahickon Realtors

    (267) 872-3969

    215 Total Sales

    Jeanne Whipple
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  • Deirdre Affel

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Deirdre Affel

    Compass RE

    (267) 760-4689

    32 Total Sales

    Deirdre Affel
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002575056

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-07060-001

Pennsylvania Montgomery County Gladwyne 19035 Gladwyne

1540 Briar Hill Rd, Gladwyne, PA

This home is located at 1540 Briar Hill Rd, Gladwyne, PA 19035 and is currently priced at $592,000, approximately $195 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 1540 Briar Hill Rd is a home located in Montgomery County with nearby schools including Welsh Valley Middle School, Harriton Senior High School, and Gladwyne Montessori.

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