270 Curwen Rd Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Colonial Architecture
- Welsh Valley Middle School Rated A+
- Dual Staircase
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2021Enter through the gates on the circular drive and open the massive front door to envelope yourself in the spacious hall of Historic "Bryn Leigh", a classic stone Colonial Revival house that was built in 1903 for socialite Mrs. Alice Girvin. This gracious and stately stone colonial with elegant grounds reflects the finest tradition of the Philadelphia Main Line. Quality craftsmanship and timeless details, high ceilings 11’ on the first and 10’ on the upper two floors, deep windowsills, Five fireplaces, double french doors in the living room lead out to a covered flagstone wrap-around porch and deck overlooking the pool. Inside extensive moldings and millwork, hardwood floors. Fully updated for todays life with 8 bedrooms, 5.2 baths. Wonderfully large kitchen with an open beamed ceiling Dacor 6 burner commercial range/oven, a 2nd stainless Dacor wall oven, custom cabinetry, stainless Sub-Zero refrigerator, a prep sink, oversized center island with seating for 6, custom cabinetry, large doors that open to invite dining alfresco and enhance a circle of entertainment for guest flow around the deck to the living room and pool. From the massive foyer’s central hall you can reach the Formal dining room with wainscoting and a fireplace, the study with its own outside entrance, the powder room that serves the pool and of course the grand stair. Up one level and take a pause at the window seat over looking the second floor porch before you make your way to the front of the house with the master bedroom suite with large walk in closet and bath and another ample en’suite bedroom. At the back of the house on this level there is the Au pair suite , Bath and laundry. Up another flight and you first encounter a bookcase hiding a secret room with en’suite bath and another secret passage to one of the four bedrooms on the top floor. The basement has Mudroom entrance from the garage, Exercise Room, Movie Room, open area/playroom, a shop/hobby area and tons of storage space. Fully fenced yard with automatic gates on the front drive as well as the back drive, New roof 2019, refinished hardwoods, new HVAC, new plumbing, 53 new windows. landscaped grounds enclose the property with colorful plantings, flat grassy areas and in-ground pool and spa with waterfall complete this Bryn Mawr estate
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $28,581
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 1.07 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 199.00 x 0.00
- North Facing Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Historic Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned LAND USE: 1101 RES 1 FAM, Land use: 1101 Res 1 fam
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 8 Driveway Spaces
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Plaster Walls
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 7,000 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 5 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Wood Flooring
- Garden Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Washer
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Oven or Range
- Six Burner Stove
- Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Upgraded Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Home Security
- Monitored
- Flood Lights
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
Location
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Gladwyne Elementary School
- Welsh Valley Middle School
- Harriton Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 066
- Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-39272-009
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,750,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,600,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $732,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,077,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | No Value Available |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2021 06/07/21 | Sold | $1,750,000 | +1.7% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2021 05/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2021 04/17/21 | For Sale | $1,720,000 | +7.5% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2020 09/21/20 | Sold | $1,600,000 | -2.7% | $229 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2020 08/19/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2020 07/27/20 | Price Changed | $1,645,000 | -6.0% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2020 06/22/20 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $250 / Sq Ft |
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 | $31,095 | $744,570 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $29,799 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $29,247 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $28,581 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $27,883 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $27,390 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $27,390 | $744,570 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $26,147 | $737,870 | $324,340 | $413,530 |
| 2016 | $25,859 | $737,870 | $324,340 | $413,530 |
| 2015 | $24,111 | $737,870 | $324,340 | $413,530 |
| 2014 | $24,111 | $737,870 | $324,340 | $413,530 |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC689518
APN: 40-00-39272-009
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