Seller's Agent in 2016
Scott Laughlin
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 275-1685
5 in this area
94 Total Sales
1681 E Willow Grove Ave Glenside, PA 19038
Estimated Value: $676,000 - $1,316,604
6
Beds
6
Baths
4,398
Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- Second Kitchen
- 3.87 Acre Lot
- Cheltenham High School Rated A-
- Commercial Range
- Cape Cod Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2016Welcome to Wetherill Cottage! Designed by John Graham Jr. & constructed in 1917 for William Chattin Wetherill, this caretaker's cottage of a once grande estate, just 2 miles from Chestnut Hill, is available for only the 3rd time in its 99 year history! What once housed the estate's caretaker, chauffeur & the automobiles is now an eclectic & charming property that still retains nearly 4 acres of private grounds. While the house was originally designed for the staff, it's an elegant & understated design that retains wonderful finishes and simple details in the moldings, trim, doors, windows, shutters, Pine floors, hardware, fireplaces & other subtleties. There is a coziness & charm that envelops you as soon as you enter the house. While it offers great square footage, nothing is over-powering & everything is scaled appropriately. With 4 chimneys and symmetrical windows & dormers, it just feels and looks right. So much has been updated in the past few years, including a new steam boiler (gas), new central A/C system, all new Thermador professional S/S appliance package in the artistic Kitchen, a perfectly interpreted classic bathroom renovation (penny & subway tiles, dutch lap wainscoting, a seamless glass shower, custom vanity, quartz counters & a Robern medicine cabinet) & an entirely new paved driveway. The main residence offers a versatile floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a huge Great Room (in 2 of the former garage bays), a dedicated office & laundry. Combine this with a legally conforming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath apartment (the former quarters for the Chauffeur) that the current Owners have rented for between $15K to $17K per year (no long-term leases are currently in place). This makes a huge dent in the mortgage or taxes. Alternatively, the apartment could also provide additional living space for visiting parents, grandparents or returning college grads in their own dedicated space, while still being attached to the main house. Outside, the grounds are well manicured, with about half tended in level lawns & the remainder in a naturalized habitat of briars & woods. It's a nature lover's dream with an abundance of wildlife, yet so close to major roads, multiple SEPTA stations and just 12 miles from Center City. Nearly a century of memories have been made in this home by only 3 Owners, maybe you will create your memories too! Come discover Wetherill Cottage, and fall in love with its unique charm!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,002
Year Built
- Built in 1917
Lot Details
- 3.87 Acre Lot
- North Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R3
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,398 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Wet Bar
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Attic Fan
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Commercial Range
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 6 Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Greenhouse
Utilities
- Central Air
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Laverock Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 014
- Assessor Parcel Number 31-00-29032-007
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2024
Sold by
Hedlund Shelley B and Radis Brie
Bought by
Hedlund Shelley B
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2004
Sold by
Lucas Michael E and Lucas Cynthia B
Bought by
Laughlin J Scott
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2004
Sold by
Lucas Michael E and Lucas Cynthia B
Bought by
Laughlin J Scott
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedlund Shelley B | -- | Executive Abstract Title | |
| Laughlin J Scott | $770,000 | -- | |
| Laughlin J Scott | $770,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Laughlin J Scott | $398,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Laughlin J Scott | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Laughlin J Scott | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Laughlin J Scott | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Laughlin J Scott | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Not Provided | $0 | |
| Previous Owner | Lucas Michael E | $435,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2016 09/19/16 | Sold | $788,000 | -0.1% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2016 07/22/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2016 07/12/16 | For Sale | $789,000 | -- | $179 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,403 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2023 | $22,151 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2022 | $21,770 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2021 | $21,174 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2020 | $20,563 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2019 | $20,153 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2018 | $5,100 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2017 | $19,240 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2016 | $19,109 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2015 | $18,219 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
| 2014 | $18,219 | $335,430 | $147,360 | $188,070 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Scott Laughlin
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G Smith
G
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
G Smith
BHHS Fox & Roach
2 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Cindy Lintner
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Cindy Lintner
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 657-7783
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002456162
APN: 31-00-29032-007
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