Seller's Agent in 2019
Linda 'Z'
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 715-2525
2 in this area
46 Total Sales
253 Forrest Rd Merion Station, PA 19066
Estimated Value: $996,952 - $1,108,000
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,666
Sq Ft
$388/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Fireplace
- Merion Elementary School Rated A+
- No HOA
- Side Yard
About This Home
As of June 2019Charming Gem! Lovingly cared for 3 story home on one of Merion Station's most desired streets. Spacious covered front porch opens to an inviting entrance foyer & to the bright & spacious living room with built-ins & wood burning fireplace. The formal dining room is spacious, bright, has a French door to the rear yard & enters the butler's pantry with custom built-in cabinetry. The kitchen, although in need of updating, is spacious & leads to the laundry/mud room, powder room & door to a rear covered porch with stairs to a large brick patio. The stairway from the entrance foyer leads to the 2nd floor & offers 4 spacious bedrooms, & a hall ceramic bath with tub/shower. The 3rd floor offers 2 bedrooms & a hall bath. Hardwood floors, central air, private driveway, garage, brick patio plus yesteryear's unique architectural details lend abundant charm to this distinctive home & offer endless possibilities for the next buyer!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,655
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 8,300 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 57.00 x 146.0
- Side Yard
- Property is zoned R3
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,666 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Fireplace
- Unfinished Basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Schools
- Merion Elementary School
- Bala Cynwyd Middle School
- Lower Merion High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Merion Station Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 088
- Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-18676-004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2023
Sold by
Rachlin Andrew and Rachlin Lindsay
Bought by
Diamond Scott E and Kauffman Leah R
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 14, 2019
Closed on
Jun 14, 2019
Sold by
Soven Margot
Bought by
Rachlin Andrew and Rachlin Lindsay
Seller's Agent
Linda 'Z'
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Buyer's Agent
Jason Delp
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$645,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.65%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.29%
Original Mortgage
$553,439
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2008
Sold by
Soven Margot and Soven Paul
Bought by
Soven Margot
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Scott E | $935,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Rachlin Andrew | $615,000 | None Available | |
| Soven Margot | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Rachlin Andrew | $30,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rachlin Andrew | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rachlin Andrew | $553,439 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2019 06/26/19 | Sold | $615,000 | 0.0% | $231 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/27/2019 03/27/19 | Price Changed | $615,000 | -4.7% | $231 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2019 03/14/19 | For Sale | $645,000 | -- | $242 / 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 | $10,767 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2023 | $10,318 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2022 | $10,318 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2021 | $9,897 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2020 | $9,655 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2019 | $9,484 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2018 | $9,485 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2017 | $9,136 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2016 | $9,035 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2015 | $8,424 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
| 2014 | $8,424 | $257,820 | $85,280 | $172,540 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda 'Z'
-
Jason Delp
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jason Delp
Coldwell Banker Realty
(267) 978-8542
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC555122
APN: 40-00-18676-004
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