NOT LISTED FOR SALE

249 Forrest Rd Merion Station, PA 19066

Estimated Value: $1,012,000 - $1,136,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,012 Sq Ft
$357/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 04, 2020

Last sale price $650,000 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,884/month

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • No HOA
  • Merion Elementary School Rated A+
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2020

Imagine a home that feels like living in an English cottage set on a generous corner property on a tree lined quiet street in the heart of Merion Station. This authentic Main Line home proudly displays architectural features and details found only in a home that has and will withstand the test of time. These period appropriate elements are immediately apparent as you approach the solid wood front door w/ stained glass inset decorative windows and expansive porch. The backset staircase affords a wide welcoming foyer, w/ a fireside living room to your right & spacious dining room to your left. Walk through the butler s pantry w/ built-in cabinets & sink to the kitchen w/ updated appliances, solid wood cabinets, tiled backsplash & hardwood floors. The warm inviting kitchen is part of an addition that was built including a powder room w/ en suite laundry & a light flooded open, airy fireside family room flanked by windows on all sides w/ a wall of built-ins & separate entrance. THIS ADDITION ADDS AN EXTRA 394 SQ. FT OF LIVING SPACE. A private, serene side garden is accessed from this family room. A back staircase, part of the addition, takes you up to the 2nd floor. As you ascend this 2-story windowed staircase you ll enter the private master suite by way of a nook ; perfect as a home office, library or sitting area. A separate dressing area with 4 closets and ample built-in storage along w/ private bath completes the master bedroom suite. Second spacious bedroom & hall bath complete the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor boasts 2 equally spacious bedrooms and hall bath w/ a claw foot tub. There is a walk-in closet on this level providing an unusual and unique amount of storage. Basement is a perfect play-space with high ceilings and natural light measuring 11.5 X 21.5 on the finished side! More closets and storage in the basement as well; separate furnace room. All knob and tube was removed and replaced with updated wiring October 2019. All electrical was simultaneously updated. Central air in family room/kitchen addition only. Hardwood floors & a remarkable amount of storage & closet space throughout this home. This unique, incredible home is a 10 minute walk from the Paoli/Thorndale line at the Merion stop (R5). Walk to location includes the Merion Botanical Park, Merion Tribute House, Merion Elementary School, Wynnewood shops & restaurants & Narberth borough. Close proximity to houses of worship, private & parochial schools. Will you be the next fortunate buyer you were hoping to be? Don t wait; this is a highly coveted area with million + dollar homes in a very special neighborhood in the award winning Lower Merion School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lise Corson

Keller Williams Main Line Listed on: 10/11/2019

Keller Williams Main Line

Co-Listed By

Maxine Goldberg

BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford License #AB044833A

Last Buyer's Agent

Lise Corson

Keller Williams Main Line Listed on: 10/11/2019

Keller Williams Main Line

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,254

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 107.00 x 0.00
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R3

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 3,012 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Lower Merion High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 089
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-18672-008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,254

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: washer, dryer, refrigerator, dining room chandelier
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3012
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3012
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 232.07
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3012
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 249

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • 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
  • High School: LOWER MERION
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200396851
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • High School: LOWER MERION

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 107.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14600.00
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: R3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 8160.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10254.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-18672-008
  • Tax Lot: 089
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3012
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 03/04/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 11, 2019
Closed on
Mar 4, 2020
Sold by
Carver Ellen
Bought by
Slovis Benjamin H and Slovis Julia C
Seller's Agent
Lise Corson
Keller Williams Main Line
Buyer's Agent
Lise Corson
Keller Williams Main Line
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-13.22%
Current Estimated Value
$1,073,795

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$423,795
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.14%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1969
Bought by
Carver Neil and Carver Ellen
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
Slovis Benjamin H $650,000 None Available
Carver Neil -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Slovis Benjamin H $440,000
Closed Slovis Benjamin H $440,000
Closed Slovis Benjamin H $400,000
Closed Slovis Benjamin H $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/04/2020 03/04/20 Sold $650,000 -7.0% $216 / Sq Ft
01/14/2020 01/14/20 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2019 11/04/19 Price Changed $699,000 -6.7% $232 / Sq Ft
10/11/2019 10/11/19 For Sale $749,000 -- $249 / 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
2024 $11,435 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2023 $10,958 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2022 $10,756 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2021 $10,511 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2020 $10,254 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2019 $10,073 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2018 $10,073 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2017 $9,703 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2016 $9,596 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2015 $8,947 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
2014 $8,947 $273,820 $96,700 $177,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC627920

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-18672-008