NOT LISTED FOR SALE

157 Simpson Rd Ardmore, PA 19003

Estimated Value: $490,632 - $600,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,761 Sq Ft
$316/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 11, 2019

Last sale price $330,000 $187 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,555/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Penn Valley School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of January 2019

Do not miss this sun-filled twin newly built in 2014, located in highly popular Lower Merion Township just steps from Downtown Ardmore! This turn-key 1,769 sq. ft. 3 bed, 2 bath home is conveniently located steps from SEPTA's Ardmore Station for easy access to Center City, South Ardmore Park, and downtown Ardmore's hot new restaurants and shops, including the Ardmore Farmers Market and Suburban Square and features hardwood floors throughout. Best yet, it's in Lower Merion School District! Enter through the covered front porch to a bright living room with beautiful hardwood floors and numerous windows for plenty of natural light. The modern, open floor plan leads to your stunning and spacious eat-in kitchen featuring recessed lighting, espresso-colored cabinets, cool glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, corner stainless steel sink, and plenty of white quartz counter space. The kitchen includes access to your sliding glass door that open to a deck and large fenced-in yard, making this home an entertainer's delight. The second floor has two bedrooms both spacious in size, a laundry room with full-size washer/dryer, and a full bathroom with tile bath and espresso cabinetry. The third floor is a spectacular master suite with ultra-spacious closet, and master bath with an oversized, spa-quality double shower, double sinks, and custom tile flooring. Walk downstairs to the finished lower level, which makes an excellent recreation room, family room or home office! You will love your own driveway parking. Don't miss out seeing this nearly new, well designed home. Schedule your tour today.

Last Listed By

Howard Smith

Houwzer, LLC Listed on: 11/14/2018

Houwzer, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,967

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 2,694

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,761 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on upper level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 2,694 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ardmore Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 086
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-55096-007

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,967

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Remarks Public: Do not miss this sun-filled twin newly built in 2014, located in highly popular Lower Merion Township just steps from Downtown Ardmore! This turn-key 1,769 sq. ft. 3 bed, 2 bath home is conveniently located steps from SEPTA's Ardmore Station for easy access to Center City, South Ardmore Park, and downtown Ardmore's hot new restaurants and shops, including the Ardmore Farmers Market and Suburban Square and features hardwood floors throughout. Best yet, it's in Lower Merion School District! Enter through the covered front porch to a bright living room with beautiful hardwood floors and numerous windows for plenty of natural light. The modern, open floor plan leads to your stunning and spacious eat-in kitchen featuring recessed lighting, espresso-colored cabinets, cool glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, corner stainless steel sink, and plenty of white quartz counter space. The kitchen includes access to your sliding glass door that open to a deck and large fenced-in yard, making this home an entertainer's delight. The second floor has two bedrooms both spacious in size, a laundry room with full-size washer/dryer, and a full bathroom with tile bath and espresso cabinetry. The third floor is a spectacular master suite with ultra-spacious closet, and master bath with an oversized, spa-quality double shower, double sinks, and custom tile flooring. Walk downstairs to the finished lower level, which makes an excellent recreation room, family room or home office! You will love your own driveway parking. Don't miss out seeing this nearly new, well designed home. Schedule your tour today.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1761
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1761
  • Net Sq Ft: 1761.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 212.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1761
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 157

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 22
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2694.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Zoning: R6A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 733932
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4967.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-55096-007
  • Tax Lot: 086
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 01/11/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 14, 2018
Closed on
Jan 11, 2019
Sold by
Thompson Ellen E
Bought by
Hearth & Home Llc
Seller's Agent
Howard Smith
Houwzer, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Helene De Vlieghere
Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-12%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$556,408

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$226,408
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.59%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2015
Closed on
Jul 14, 2015
Sold by
Great Oak Capital Lp
Bought by
Thompson Ellen E
Seller's Agent
Michele Cooley
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Buyer's Agent
ARLENE MCCAULEY
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.26%
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2010
Sold by
Woodlawn Group Llc
Bought by
Great Oak Capital Lp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2008
Sold by
Celli Rudi
Bought by
Woodlawn Group Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,000
Interest Rate
6.4%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2004
Sold by
Edwards Mary and Lewis Margaret Whiting
Bought by
High Profile Prop Ii Llc

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hearth & Home Llc $330,000 None Available
Thompson Ellen E $295,000 Attorney
Great Oak Capital Lp $2,256 None Available
Woodlawn Group Llc $66,000 None Available
High Profile Prop Ii Llc $40,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Thompson Ellen E $236,000
Previous Owner Woodlawn Group Llc $223,000
Previous Owner High Profile Prop Ii Llc $250,000
Previous Owner Not Provided $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/11/2019 01/11/19 Sold $330,000 -12.0% $187 / Sq Ft
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2018 11/14/18 For Sale $375,000 +27.1% $213 / Sq Ft
07/14/2015 07/14/15 Sold $295,000 -1.6% $148 / Sq Ft
04/30/2015 04/30/15 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2015 04/15/15 For Sale $299,900 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft
08/15/2014 08/15/14 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
08/15/2014 08/15/14 Under Contract -- -- --
07/17/2014 07/17/14 For Rent $2,000 -- --
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
2024 $5,639 $135,010 -- --
2023 $5,404 $135,010 $0 $0
2022 $5,303 $135,010 $0 $0
2021 $5,182 $135,010 $0 $0
2020 $5,056 $135,010 $0 $0
2019 $4,967 $135,010 $0 $0
2018 $4,967 $135,010 $0 $0
2017 $4,784 $135,010 $0 $0
2016 $4,732 $135,010 $0 $0
2015 $4,412 $135,010 $0 $0
2014 $4,412 $22,840 $22,840 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC105170

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-55096-007