NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 Tower Ln Penn Valley, PA 19072

Estimated Value: $1,526,931 - $1,673,000

6 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,588 Sq Ft
$348/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 01, 2020

Last sale price $995,000 $217 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,936/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Attic
  • Belmont Hills El School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of September 2020

215 Tower Lane is a Historic, Center Hall, 3 Story, 6 bedroom 4.5 bath Colonial Farm House in Penn Valley. This home was the farm house for the Percival Roberts' Pennshurst Estate and it is the only surviving residential building from the estate! Beautifully appointed and completely renovated! Refinished hard wood floors throughout. Magnificent Custom Kitchen with designer back splash and 6 burner gas stove. Beautiful original built ins in the dining room with a full wall of windows that lead to a patio overlooking a large backyard with top of the line play set (negotiable!). California Closets installed in all of the second floor bedrooms, second floor laundry and a Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling and updated master suite. Newer HVAC system, New roof (2018), updated electrical, freshly painted inside and out as well as energy efficient windows! Detached 3 car garage with extra storage and extra long circular driveway. Walking distance to Welsh Valley Elementary School and close to both Rt 476 and Rt I -76. This home has all of today's modern updates while keeping all of historic charm intact. A list of complete updates, available in document section of MLS

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristen McDonald

(267) 218-3687 kristen.mcdonald@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 07/17/2020

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Caspi

(516) 633-6106 brett.caspi@foxroach.com Compass RE License #RSR003269

Compass RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,460

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 0.93 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 313.00 x 0.00
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,588 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Narberth Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 049
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-61788-056

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,460

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Back yard play set (negotiable)
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2020-07-18
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: 215 Tower Lane is a Historic, Center Hall, 3 Story, 6 bedroom 4.5 bath Colonial Farm House in Penn Valley. This home was the farm house for the Percival Roberts' Pennshurst Estate and it is the only surviving residential building from the estate! Beautifully appointed and completely renovated! Refinished hard wood floors throughout. Magnificent Custom Kitchen with designer back splash and 6 burner gas stove. Beautiful original built ins in the dining room with a full wall of windows that lead to a patio overlooking a large backyard with top of the line play set (negotiable!). California Closets installed in all of the second floor bedrooms, second floor laundry and a Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling and updated master suite. Newer HVAC system, New roof (2018), updated electrical, freshly painted inside and out as well as energy efficient windows! Detached 3 car garage with extra storage and extra long circular driveway. Walking distance to Welsh Valley Elementary School and close to both Rt 476 and Rt I -76. This home has all of today's modern updates while keeping all of historic charm intact. A list of complete updates, available in document section of MLS
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4588
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4588
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 238.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4588
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 215

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • 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
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.93
  • Lot Dimensions: 313.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 40588.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: R2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 735783
  • School Tax: 12302.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15460.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-61788-056
  • Tax Lot: 049
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 4588
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 09/01/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Aug 9, 2020
Sold by
Crothers Howard B and Falcone Victoria L
Bought by
Thrippleton Brian and Thrippleton Sheri
Seller's Agent
Kristen McDonald
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Brett Caspi
Compass RE
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$995,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-9.13%
Current Estimated Value
$1,597,733

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$602,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.88%
Original Mortgage
$895,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2015
Closed on
Jul 22, 2016
Sold by
Laurence M Levin
Bought by
Falcone Victoria and Crothers Howard
Seller's Agent
Patricia Exley
BHHS Fox & Roach Malvern-Paoli
Buyer's Agent
Debby Kanner
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$879,000
Sold Price
$730,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-16.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.79%
Original Mortgage
$584,000
Interest Rate
3.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1994
Sold by
Murphy John D and Murphy Louise J
Bought by
Levin Laurence M and Levin Jennifer Berke
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Thrippleton Brian $995,000 American Land Title
Falcone Victoria -- --
Levin Laurence M $417,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thrippleton Brian $200,000
Closed Thrippleton Brian $50,000
Previous Owner Thrippleton Brian $895,500
Previous Owner Falcone Victoria $584,000
Previous Owner Falcone Victoria --
Previous Owner Falcone Victoria L $584,000
Previous Owner Crothers Howard B $72,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Sold $995,000 -9.1% $217 / Sq Ft
07/24/2020 07/24/20 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2020 07/17/20 For Sale $1,095,000 +50.0% $239 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Sold $730,000 -5.7% $159 / Sq Ft
06/02/2016 06/02/16 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2016 05/12/16 Price Changed $774,000 -3.1% $169 / Sq Ft
03/31/2016 03/31/16 Price Changed $799,000 -3.2% $174 / Sq Ft
03/14/2016 03/14/16 Price Changed $824,999 -2.8% $180 / Sq Ft
01/02/2016 01/02/16 Price Changed $849,000 -3.4% $185 / Sq Ft
12/05/2015 12/05/15 For Sale $879,000 -- $192 / 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 $17,991 $430,790 -- --
2024 $17,991 $430,790 -- --
2023 $16,523 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2022 $16,217 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2021 $15,847 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2020 $15,460 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2019 $15,187 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2018 $15,187 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2017 $14,629 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2016 $14,469 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2015 $13,490 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
2014 $13,490 $412,850 $194,480 $218,370
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC656230

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-61788-056