518 Spring Ave Elkins Park, PA 19027
Elkins Park Neighborhood
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,786
Sq Ft
0.57
Acres
Highlights
- Commercial Range
- 3-minute walk to Elkins Park
- Colonial Architecture
- Myers Elementary School Rated A-
- 0.57 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2025In 1899, Horace Trumbauer designed this Georgian Colonial for the Reverend Edward W. Appleton. The construction of the house was financed by two wealthy congregants. He did not live in the house very long, as the 2nd Owner (George L. Adams, a wealthy industrialist) hired Horace Trumbauer in 1905 to design the carriage house & stables. The character & details of Horace Trumbauer's design remain evident at every turn. The front fa ade is a perfectly symmetrical layout, with original, full-height shutters flanking all the French doors that connect the indoors to the various porches. Doric columns grace large cased openings, providing for a surprisingly open floor plan. The original trim details are just beautiful. The massive entry foyer has a wood fireplace tucked into the corner, while the living room has built-in cabinets & shelves. These 2 rooms have 4 sets of French doors to the porches. The family room has lovely trim moldings on the walls & a large bay window overlooking the side yard. The powder room is tucked under the stairs while the original butler's pantry cabinets remain at the end of the hall. The dining room (with access to the rear staircase) is completely open to the renovated kitchen that overlooks the rear yard with Cherry inset cabinets, a 36" JennAire gas stove, stainless & granite counters, 2 sinks, a Bosch dishwasher & a SubZero fridge. There is a small mudroom with a coat closet that accesses the side yard with a stone patio & sidewalk to the garage. The master en-suite bathroom was completely remodeled with marble tiles and a large stall shower. The master suite has another fireplace and a larch window seat under the bay window. The walk-through Master closet also houses an efficient ASKO stackable washer & dryer on the 2nd floor along with 4 walls of custom cabinets. The 3 guest rooms on the 2nd floor (one with its own en-suite bathroom) are all inter-connected. The 3rd floor has 2 more bedrooms and a huge storage room, along with the 4th full bath (with the original clawfoot tub). The entire HVA/C system has been replaced in the past 7 years. The carriage house can accommodate at least 3 cars & the remnants of the horse stalls are still evident at the rear of the 1st floor. The 2nd floor is a blank canvas for re-purposing to additional living space! This space would make a fantastic home office, in-law space or media room. Perfectly sited within walking distance to the EP train station and all the shops & restaurants nearby.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.57 Acre Lot
- Northeast Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R4
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Slate Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,786 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Laundry on upper level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Commercial Range
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 4.5 Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Porch
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Elkins Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 006
- Assessor Parcel Number 31-00-24985-004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 13, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Zieger Mark
Bought by
Loscalzo Todd and Stout Randolph
Seller's Agent
Maryclaire Dzik
BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
Buyer's Agent
Mike Smutz
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$783,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$167,000
-17.58%
Views
106
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
236.89%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2018
Closed on
Jun 13, 2018
Sold by
Harrison Douglas M and Harrison Dorene M
Bought by
Zieger Mark
Seller's Agent
Scott Laughlin
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
Buyer's Agent
Evans Clayton Group
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
List Price
$607,500
Sold Price
$599,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-1.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.87%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2011
Sold by
Vansteenburgh Donald Benjamin and Van Steenburgh Heidi
Bought by
Harrison Dorene M and Harrison Douglas M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2007
Sold by
Vansteenburgh Heidi A and Ritter Heidi A
Bought by
Vansteenburgh D Benjamin and Vansteenburgh Heidi A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2004
Sold by
Kowalczyk Chris and Kowalczyk Paula M
Bought by
Ritter Heidi A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 1997
Sold by
Olson Harry M and Olson Mary M
Bought by
Kowalczyk Chris J and Kowalczyk Paula M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $783,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $783,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $599,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $562,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $552,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $252,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $259,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $385,225 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $364,856 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $31,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $372,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $125,299 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $246,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $783,000 | -12.9% | $164 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | Price Changed | $899,000 | -5.4% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | For Sale | $950,000 | +58.6% | $198 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2018 06/13/18 | Sold | $599,000 | -1.4% | $125 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2018 04/10/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/21/2018 03/21/18 | For Sale | $607,500 | -- | $127 / 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 | $18,731 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2023 | $18,520 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2022 | $18,201 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2021 | $17,703 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2020 | $17,193 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2019 | $16,850 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2018 | $4,193 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2017 | $16,087 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2016 | $15,977 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2015 | $15,234 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
| 2014 | $15,234 | $280,450 | $77,520 | $202,930 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Maryclaire Dzik
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 880-5856
31 in this area
114 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Mike Smutz
LPT Realty, LLC
(610) 819-5854
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Scott Laughlin
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 275-1685
6 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Evans Clayton Group
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
(267) 614-8406
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000291562
APN: 31-00-24985-004
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