Nicole Murphy
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
(877) 606-7605
33 Total Sales
1 in Whitpain
$1,300,000 Price
285 W Mount Pleasant Ave Ambler, PA 19002
Whitpain AreaEstimated Value: $898,000 - $1,139,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,359
Sq Ft
$299/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- 0.93 Acre Lot
- 1 Fireplace
- Shady Grove Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
As of January 2020Pride of ownership is evident in this charming 1920 stone colonial. The current owners have lived in this lovely home for over 60 years and have been great stewards of this home and grounds. Original hardwood floors, solid wood 6 panels doors and handsome millwork throughout. A vestibule entry welcomes you to the spacious living room with large windows and a stunning wood burning fireplace. The cozy den with built-in bookcases provides a quiet respite. A large formal dining room provides access to the private side flagstone patio framed by lush landscape and stone wall. The country kitchen is lovely with large cupboards and extended countertops and a large breakfast room. There is a large mudroom with stairs to the full walk-out basement with laundry area and tons of storage. The second floor provides a versatile floor plan. A spacious master bedroom with large windows provides a private bath and sitting room or home office. Three additional bedrooms with large closets and neutral hall bath complete the second floor. The views from the porch which extends along the entire front of the house are stunning. Great location in Ambler and the award winning Wissahickon School District.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 542-2200 cheryl.brown@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell License #RS276143 Listed on: 11/01/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
(215) 542-2200 patty.billock@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell License #RS315394
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,035
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 40,595 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 235.00 x 0.00
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Driveway
Property Views
- Woods
- Garden
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,359 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Accessible Home Design
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Schools
- Shady Grove Elementary School
- Wissahickon Middle School
- Wissahickon Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Oil Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 032
- Assessor Parcel Number 66-00-04351-002
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2019
Closed on
Jan 24, 2020
Sold by
Ervin Robert L and Ervin Elisabeth T
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Brown
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Billock
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.4%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$395,162
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%
Original Mortgage
$518,500
Outstanding Balance
$450,538
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$554,624
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1956
Bought by
Ervin Robert L and Ervin Elizabeth T
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Ambler, PA
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Nicole Murphy
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Madeline O'Fria
Madeline O'Fria
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(484) 922-9441
118 Total Sales
1 in Whitpain
$419,000 Price
-
Eric Green
Eric Green
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
(973) 604-4861
26 Total Sales
2 in Whitpain
$550K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Joseph Fasy
Joseph Fasy
Joseph F X Fasy Realtors
(484) 806-1765
125 Total Sales
1 in Whitpain
$715,000 Price
-
Jeniffer Benner
Jeniffer Benner
KW Empower
(484) 232-3293
224 Total Sales
1 in Whitpain
$600,000 Price
-
Rachel Reilly
Rachel Reilly
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
(856) 942-0223
174 Total Sales
1 in Whitpain
$667,500 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $610,000 | None Available | ||
| Ervin Robert L | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $518,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2020 01/24/20 | Sold | $610,000 | -2.4% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2019 11/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2019 11/01/19 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $186 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,049 | $254,520 | ||
| 2025 | $8,034 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2024 | $8,034 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2023 | $7,705 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2022 | $7,440 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2021 | $7,214 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2020 | $7,035 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2019 | $6,890 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2018 | $6,888 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2017 | $6,577 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2016 | $6,476 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2015 | $6,180 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
| 2014 | $6,180 | $254,520 | $116,910 | $137,610 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cheryl Brown
Seller's Agent in 2020
Cheryl Brown
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 688-3619
52 Total Sales
-
Patricia Billock
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Patricia Billock
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 990-1260
71 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC628632
APN: 66-00-04351-002
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