$1,800,000
SOLD OCT 18, 2024

1661 Berks Rd Norristown, PA 19403

7 Beds
10 Baths
8,679 Sq Ft
1.83 Acres

Recently Sold

$207 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

180 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Heated Pool and Spa
  • 1.83 Acre Lot
  • Worcester Elementary School Rated A
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Dual Staircase

About This Home

As of October 2024

Price improvement! Simply Spectacular! Everything you'd ever want! The ultimate in Luxury and Entertainment living! Country Club like Indoor Pool, Wine Cafe, Luxurious Movie Theatre, Putting Green, Full Court Basketball Court, Gym, Sauna, Walking Path, 20X24 new Dressing Room, AND an apartment with its own private entrance - and more! Stately Manor home accessed by an electronic gate.. PLEASE SEE COMPLETE LIST OF FEATURES AND AMENITIES IN THE SELLER DISCLOSURE SECTION. A country club sized indoor pool with vaulted ceilings, raised hot tub and separate bath. The landscape architecture of this home is impeccable and includes an architectural fountain, tiered waterfall and pond, gazebo, large putting green, basketball/sports court with lighting, and a private walking trail surrounding the fenced property. Breathtaking center hall that features split staircases with wrap around balconies. Gorgeous hardwood flooring and moldings throughout. You can work from home from your French door enclosed office/study with a gas fireplace, floor to ceiling built in shelving. Expansive dining room with tray ceilings and double crown molding with uplighting. The kitchen/ breakfast area has granite countertops both Island seating and round table seating for 10 in the breakfast foom. Stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, 2 stoves, 2 Bosch dishwashers, gas cooking and recessed lighting. The adjacent family room has a large TV and gas fireplace. There is also a ½ bath. The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms including the Master suite that has been enhanced with a brand new 22x15 dressing room with free standing center Island with marble counters, 4 bench seating and full dressing and make-up areas, also with balcony access. The Master bedroom itself is large and has a gas fireplace. Master bath has a jacuzzi soaking tub, double sinks with granite counters and a separate glass enclosed shower. The third floor has 2 new bedrooms and an updated bathroom. Spectacular movie theater with 8 extra comfortable recliners and its own large kitchenette. Spiral staircase goes to the roofdeck for some of the best views of the city. The beat goes on in the home’s lower level. Large gaming space that now holds a pool and knock hockey table. Expansive gym/yoga room and then relax in the steam room with a shower. After your workout, have a glass of fine wine in the wine café with a temperature controlled wine room holding up to 500 bottles of wine. Ready for more? Have a live-in Au Pair or have friends or family stay in the separate attached apartment with a private entrance Add to all this 3 zoned HVAC, 3 car garage, updated mudroom with new shelving, new Culligan Soft Water System, new LG Signature Washer and Dryer Natural light from every room, and so much more. Seller is offering a one year home warranty. This home is an ABSOLUTE MUST SEE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JEFFREY PARKINS

(215) 840-5604 Jeffreysparkins@gmail.com Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell Listed on: 03/23/2024

Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell

Co-Listed By

Holly Yablonovitz

(215) 514-7971 hollyyablon@gmail.com Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell License #RS272094

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Tosco

(484) 571-1279 joe@joetosco.com Real of Pennsylvania License #AB069579

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,547

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 1.83 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 190.00 x 0.00
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned AGR

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Central Vacuum
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room on Second Floor
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Game Room
  • Home Gym
  • Finished Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Flood Lights

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Wine Rack

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level

Pool

  • Heated Pool and Spa
  • Heated In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Multiple Balconies
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Water Fountains
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Worcester Elementary School
  • Arcola Middle School
  • Methacton High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 31
  • Assessor Parcel Number 67-00-00313-007

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,547

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: TV in Lower Level and possibly others.
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, All Pool Equipment
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2024-03-23
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Price improvement! Simply Spectacular! Everything you'd ever want! The ultimate in Luxury and Entertainment living! Country Club like Indoor Pool, Wine Cafe, Luxurious Movie Theatre, Putting Green, Full Court Basketball Court, Gym, Sauna, Walking Path, 20X24 new Dressing Room, AND an apartment with its own private entrance - and more! Stately Manor home accessed by an electronic gate.. PLEASE SEE COMPLETE LIST OF FEATURES AND AMENITIES IN THE SELLER DISCLOSURE SECTION. A country club sized indoor pool with vaulted ceilings, raised hot tub and separate bath. The landscape architecture of this home is impeccable and includes an architectural fountain, tiered waterfall and pond, gazebo, large putting green, basketball/sports court with lighting, and a private walking trail surrounding the fenced property. Breathtaking center hall that features split staircases with wrap around balconies. Gorgeous hardwood flooring and moldings throughout. You can work from home from your French door enclosed office/study with a gas fireplace, floor to ceiling built in shelving. Expansive dining room with tray ceilings and double crown molding with uplighting. The kitchen/ breakfast area has granite countertops both Island seating and round table seating for 10 in the breakfast foom. Stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, 2 stoves, 2 Bosch dishwashers, gas cooking and recessed lighting. The adjacent family room has a large TV and gas fireplace. There is also a ½ bath. The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms including the Master suite that has been enhanced with a brand new 22x15 dressing room with free standing center Island with marble counters, 4 bench seating and full dressing and make-up areas, also with balcony access. The Master bedroom itself is large and has a gas fireplace. Master bath has a jacuzzi soaking tub, double sinks with granite counters and a separate glass enclosed shower. The third floor has 2 new bedrooms and an updated bathroom. Spectacular movie theater with 8 extra comfortable recliners and its own large kitchenette. Spiral staircase goes to the roofdeck for some of the best views of the city. The beat goes on in the home’s lower level. Large gaming space that now holds a pool and knock hockey table. Expansive gym/yoga room and then relax in the steam room with a shower. After your workout, have a glass of fine wine in the wine café with a temperature controlled wine room holding up to 500 bottles of wine. Ready for more? Have a live-in Au Pair or have friends or family stay in the separate attached apartment with a private entrance Add to all this 3 zoned HVAC, 3 car garage, updated mudroom with new shelving, new Culligan Soft Water System, new LG Signature Washer and Dryer Natural light from every room, and so much more. Seller is offering a one year home warranty. This home is an ABSOLUTE MUST SEE.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Central Vacuum, Water Treat System, Whirlpool/Hottub, Window Treatments, Wine Storage
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Tray Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, 2nd Stry Fam Rm, Exercise Room, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Laundry, Mud Room, Office, Media Room, Bedroom 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 8679
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 8679
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 291.31
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 6179
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1661

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 10
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 5
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 4
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler, Bbq Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Water Fountains, Water Falls
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
  • Roof: Shingle, Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Paved Parking
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • 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: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: METHACTON
  • Elementary School: WORCESTER
  • Middle School: ARCOLA
  • High School: METHACTON
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397031
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: WORCESTER
  • High School: METHACTON
  • Middle Or Junior School: ARCOLA

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1116
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.83
  • Lot Dimensions: 190.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 79588.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es), Wrap Around
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: AGR

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 28514.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 32547.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 67-00-00313-007
  • Tax Lot: 31
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 8679
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 10/18/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: METHACTON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2024
Closed on
Oct 4, 2024
Sold by
Whiteley Daniel Michael and Whiteley Linda A
Bought by
Allen Amber M and Opoku-Agyeman Jude
Seller's Agent
JEFFREY PARKINS
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
Joe Tosco
Real of Pennsylvania
List Price
$2,075,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-13.25%
Views
514
Current Estimated Value
$1,893,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$93,738
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$1,440,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,424,862
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$468,876

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Jul 24, 2023
Sold by
Genuardi Catharine C
Bought by
Whiteley Linda A and Whiteley Daniel Michael
Seller's Agent
Jason Ostrowsky
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
JEFFREY PARKINS
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,765,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$185,000
-9.49%
Views
346

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,412,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2013
Closed on
Sep 17, 2013
Sold by
Castillo Elisabeth Steklis and Greenberg Cathy Lynn
Bought by
Genuardi Francis L and Genuardi Catharine C
Seller's Agent
Linda Baron
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
SUZANNE DECHAMBEAU
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$224,000
-14.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 2012
Sold by
Greenberg Cathy Lynn
Bought by
Castillo Elisabeth Steklis and Greenberg Cathy Lynn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2011
Sold by
Denicola Janet E and Denicola Cosmo T
Bought by
Greenberg Cathy Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2004
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Denicola Cosmo T and Denicola Janet E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2004
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Denicola Cosmo T and Denicola Janet E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2002
Sold by
Marchand Torri and Marchand Eugene
Bought by
Kirsch Stacie
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $1,800,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $1,800,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $1,765,000 Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Deed $1,765,000 Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Deed $1,375,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $1,550,000 None Available
Deed $2,450,000 --
Deed $2,450,000 --
Deed $1,199,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,440,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,440,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Closed $0 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/18/2024 10/18/24 Sold $1,800,000 0.0% $207 / Sq Ft
09/20/2024 09/20/24 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Price Changed $1,800,000 -1.9% $207 / Sq Ft
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Price Changed $1,835,000 -3.2% $211 / Sq Ft
08/05/2024 08/05/24 Price Changed $1,895,000 -1.6% $218 / Sq Ft
07/17/2024 07/17/24 Price Changed $1,925,000 -1.3% $222 / Sq Ft
07/16/2024 07/16/24 Price Changed $1,950,000 -2.5% $225 / Sq Ft
06/03/2024 06/03/24 Price Changed $1,999,995 +1.3% $230 / Sq Ft
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Price Changed $1,975,000 -1.2% $228 / Sq Ft
05/03/2024 05/03/24 Price Changed $1,999,995 -3.6% $230 / Sq Ft
03/23/2024 03/23/24 For Sale $2,075,000 +17.6% $239 / Sq Ft
07/17/2023 07/17/23 Sold $1,765,000 -5.9% $203 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/08/2023 06/08/23 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2023 04/30/23 Price Changed $1,875,000 -3.8% $216 / Sq Ft
01/09/2023 01/09/23 For Sale $1,950,000 0.0% $225 / Sq Ft
12/22/2022 12/22/22 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2022 11/10/22 For Sale $1,950,000 +41.8% $225 / Sq Ft
10/04/2013 10/04/13 Sold $1,375,000 -5.2% $153 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/26/2013 08/26/13 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2013 06/25/13 Price Changed $1,450,000 -9.3% $161 / Sq Ft
04/08/2013 04/08/13 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $178 / 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 $31,580 $833,750 -- --
2024 $31,580 $833,750 -- --
2023 $30,290 $833,750 $0 $0
2022 $29,704 $833,750 $0 $0
2021 $29,119 $833,750 $0 $0
2020 $28,579 $833,750 $0 $0
2019 $28,299 $833,750 $0 $0
2018 $3,251 $833,750 $0 $0
2017 $27,213 $833,750 $0 $0
2016 $26,888 $833,750 $0 $0
2015 $32,792 $1,054,320 $120,020 $934,300
2014 $32,792 $1,054,320 $120,020 $934,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC2098596

Bright MLS

APN: 67-00-00313-007