NOT LISTED FOR SALE

256 Farm Rd Haverford, PA 19041

Estimated Value: $2,012,000 - $2,254,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,189 Sq Ft
$512/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 22, 2021

Last sale price $1,800,000 $430 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,701/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Pool
  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Welsh Valley Middle School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2021

Stunning interiors meet Old World charm in this Frank Furness farmhouse nestled privately in the heart of North Haverford. Renovated completely by an award-winning designer, this home envelopes you in a magazine-worthy combination of elegance and warmth. Coffered ceilings, wainscotting, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite tile and millwork, custom lighting, built-ins, four wood-burning fireplaces, soaring ceiling height and glorious light all elevate the historic bones of this home to the finest modern day luxury standard. Pebble stone driveway apron, flagstone steps, pillars, flagstone patios and a stone masonry wall to the montauk-resort-grade pool add to the timeless street presence. French doors to these outdoor spaces bring beautiful light and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The eat-in, gourmet kitchen with vaulted skylight ceiling is finished with gold calacatta marble, porcelain sink with marble apron, black cabinets, custom light fixtures and stainless steel appliances. A classic butler’s pantry with porcelain drainboard sink, marble tile and built in shelves will have you mixing cocktails at all hours. The family and living rooms both with fireplaces are gracious, chic spaces you will retreat to daily. A beautiful study with another beautiful fireplace and doors to the outside is close to the everyday mix but private enough for productive work from home. Upstairs, the fabulous millwork and ceiling height continue. A master suite includes a large, light-filled dressing room, ensuite tiled bathroom, coffered ceiling with blonde wood finish detail and fireplace. Two additional bright, beautifully appointed bedrooms with two gorgeous bathrooms finish the second floor. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath with deep porcelain soaking tub. A heated pool is tucked privately up a stone walk and surrounded by space for lounge chair and entertaining. Newer roof, three car garage, deck off the kitchen and a private backyard perfect for entertaining and play finish this home with every amenity. Commuters dream, close to Haverford town center, train to Center City, New York and beyond. Around the corner from the Merion Cricket Club. Easy access to all major roadways.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah West

Compass RE Listed on: 09/24/2021

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Lipowicz

Compass RE License #RS295133

Compass RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,517

Year Built

  • Built in 1885

Lot Details

  • 0.94 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 287.00 x 0.00
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,189 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Pool

  • Heated Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 042
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-17876-003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,517

Year Built

Built in 1885

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Detached black cabinet in the kitchen
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2021-09-24
  • Year Built: 1885
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Stunning interiors meet Old World charm in this Frank Furness farmhouse nestled privately in the heart of North Haverford. Renovated completely by an award-winning designer, this home envelopes you in a magazine-worthy combination of elegance and warmth. Coffered ceilings, wainscotting, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite tile and millwork, custom lighting, built-ins, four wood-burning fireplaces, soaring ceiling height and glorious light all elevate the historic bones of this home to the finest modern day luxury standard. Pebble stone driveway apron, flagstone steps, pillars, flagstone patios and a stone masonry wall to the montauk-resort-grade pool add to the timeless street presence. French doors to these outdoor spaces bring beautiful light and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The eat-in, gourmet kitchen with vaulted skylight ceiling is finished with gold calacatta marble, porcelain sink with marble apron, black cabinets, custom light fixtures and stainless steel appliances. A classic butler’s pantry with porcelain drainboard sink, marble tile and built in shelves will have you mixing cocktails at all hours. The family and living rooms both with fireplaces are gracious, chic spaces you will retreat to daily. A beautiful study with another beautiful fireplace and doors to the outside is close to the everyday mix but private enough for productive work from home. Upstairs, the fabulous millwork and ceiling height continue. A master suite includes a large, light-filled dressing room, ensuite tiled bathroom, coffered ceiling with blonde wood finish detail and fireplace. Two additional bright, beautifully appointed bedrooms with two gorgeous bathrooms finish the second floor. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath with deep porcelain soaking tub. A heated pool is tucked privately up a stone walk and surrounded by space for lounge chair and entertaining. Newer roof, three car garage, deck off the kitchen and a private backyard perfect for entertaining and play finish this home with every amenity. Commuters dream, close to Haverford town center, train to Center City, New York and beyond. Around the corner from the Merion Cricket Club. Easy access to all major roadways.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Moldings, Wet/Dry Bar, Skylight(s), Butlers Pantry, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 4189
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4189
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 411.79
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4189
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 256

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • 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: Frame
  • Pool Features: Heated
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • 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: 0.94
  • Lot Dimensions: 287.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 41100.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 721864
  • School Tax: 18000.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 22517.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40-00-17876-003
  • Tax Lot: 042
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 4189
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 11/22/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER MERION

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2021
Closed on
Nov 8, 2021
Sold by
Asimos Michael W
Bought by
Fischer Jeff and Deringer Liza
Seller's Agent
Sarah West
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Paul Lipowicz
Compass RE
List Price
$1,725,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$75,000
4.35%
Current Estimated Value
$2,145,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$345,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.25%
Original Mortgage
$1,440,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2014
Closed on
Apr 7, 2015
Sold by
Knox Linda R
Bought by
Asimos Michael W and Asimos Victoria
Seller's Agent
Linda Knox
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vinny West
Compass RE
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,012,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$187,500
-15.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.07%
Original Mortgage
$810,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2009
Sold by
Leirnan Karmi and Leirnan Robin M
Bought by
Knox Linda R and Thomas J Knox Irrevoc Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2006
Sold by
Hobbs Robert B and Hobbs Barbara H
Bought by
Leiman Karmi and Leiman Robin N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2003
Sold by
Hobbs Barbara H
Bought by
Hobbs Barbara H and Hobbs Robert B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
5.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1999
Sold by
Hobbs Robert B and Hobbs Barbara H
Bought by
Hobbs Barbara H
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
Fischer Jeff $1,800,000 American Legal Abstract
Asimos Michael W $1,012,500 None Available
Knox Linda R $1,150,000 None Available
Leiman Karmi $965,000 None Available
Hobbs Barbara H -- --
Hobbs Barbara H -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Fischer Jeff $1,440,000
Previous Owner Asimos Michael W $60,000
Previous Owner Asimos Michael W $810,000
Previous Owner Leiman Karmi $200,000
Previous Owner Leiman Karmi $600,000
Previous Owner Hobbs Barbara H $50,000
Previous Owner Hobbs Barbara H $150,000
Previous Owner Hobbs Barbara H $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Sold $1,800,000 +4.3% $430 / Sq Ft
09/26/2021 09/26/21 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2021 09/24/21 For Sale $1,725,000 +70.4% $412 / Sq Ft
04/07/2015 04/07/15 Sold $1,012,500 -10.0% $242 / Sq Ft
08/19/2014 08/19/14 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2014 08/04/14 Price Changed $1,125,000 -6.3% $269 / Sq Ft
05/22/2014 05/22/14 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $286 / 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 $24,119 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2023 $23,114 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2022 $22,685 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2021 $22,169 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2020 $21,627 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2019 $21,245 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2018 $21,246 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2017 $20,465 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2016 $20,240 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2015 $19,568 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
2014 $18,871 $577,530 $365,660 $211,870
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC2007928

Bright MLS

APN: 40-00-17876-003