Seller's Agent in 2025
Lauren Leithead
Compass RE
(215) 694-7590
23 in this area
192 Total Sales
156 Idris Rd Merion Station, PA 19066
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,384
Sq Ft
4,600
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Merion
- No HOA
- Merion Elementary School Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of December 2025Showings start this Saturday, 10/18. Don't miss the full motion video tour! Welcome to this charming and updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath twin home located in the award-winning Lower Merion School District, zoned for Merion Elementary, Bala Cynwyd Middle, and your choice of Lower Merion or Harriton High School. This home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street just one block from Merion Botanical Park and Merion Train Station, offering easy access to Center City and the surrounding suburbs. Step inside to a cozy living room with a gas fireplace that opens to a bright dining area. The updated kitchen is spacious and practical, featuring plenty of cabinets, storage nooks, and a built-in table with seating for three. Off the kitchen, you’ll find a mudroom with a coat closet, laundry area, and a half bath for guests. From there, step out to a brick patio, large storage shed, two-car driveway, and a side yard — perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, the second floor offers two nicely sized bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet, and a renovated full bath with marble flooring. The third floor features an additional bedroom that can also serve as an office or guest space. With its walkable location, updated features, and access to top-rated schools, this Merion Station home offers comfort, convenience, and charm in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 694-7590 laurenleithead@gmail.com Compass RE License #RS278978 Listed on: 10/18/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,169
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 4,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 156.00 x 0.00
- Property is in excellent condition
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Colonial Architecture
- Permanent Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,384 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry on main level
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
Schools
- Merion Elementary School
- Bala Cynwyd Middle School
- Lower Merion High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Merion Manor Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 011
- Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-26512-007
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 2004
Sold by
Pearson Alexander C and Lindgren Kristin A
Bought by
Cohen Mitchell
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $264,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $0 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 12/04/25 | Sold | $500,000 | -4.8% | $361 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2025 10/18/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $379 / 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 | $5,728 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2024 | $5,728 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2023 | $5,489 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2022 | $5,387 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2021 | $5,265 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2020 | $5,136 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2019 | $5,045 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2018 | $5,045 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2017 | $4,860 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2016 | $4,806 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2015 | $4,481 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
| 2014 | $4,481 | $137,150 | $72,090 | $65,060 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lauren Leithead
-
Robert Howard
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Robert Howard
Compass RE
(484) 832-1667
1 in this area
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC2157628
APN: 40-00-26512-007
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