Seller's Agent in 2022
Joseph Setton
Setton Realty
(610) 821-1230
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
55 Academy Rd Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Estimated Value: $760,000 - $846,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,908
Sq Ft
$419/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Cynwyd School Rated A+
- 2 Fireplaces
- Stainless Steel Appliances
About This Home
As of June 2022Located in the highly sought after Lower Merion Township, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath 1950 colonial offers convenient location to award winning Lower Merion schools, mainline town centers, and the city of Philadelphia. This charming, well maintained home has much to offer with spacious bedrooms, an additional family room, renovated master bath with granite double vanity and glass shower, as well as fireplaces in both the living room and master bedroom (not currently in use/working but potential for easy gas conversion). The first floor includes the living room, dining room, kitchen, and family room, which walks out to the attached garage. The unfinished basement includes a half bath, giving the space wonderful potential for a finished guest and play space. The backyard patio overlooks one of the most spacious yards in the neighborhood and is fenced in, providing a safe and private space for dogs or children to play as well as for entertaining. Updated features to the home include a new roof (2018) and insulation/storage platforms in the attic, his and her closets in the master bedroom, and new fixtures in the upstairs hall bath. New stainless steel appliances in the kitchen include a gas stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Situated on a quiet street in the heart of Bala Cynwyd, this home offers both an oasis as well as exceptional convenience for those wishing to raise a family on the mainline. In addition to being close to multiple train stations and Route76, the house is a short walk to both Cynwyd Elementary School and Bala Middle School. Within one mile of the house are General Wayne and Bala Cynwyd Parks, the Cynwyd Heritage trail, and Bala Cynwyd center. The house is also located within the Jewish Eruv. Also nearby are the Philadelphia Zoo, Please Touch Museum, Belmont Hills Pool, a variety of restaurants in Manayunk and Narberth, as well as multiple grocery stores.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 821-1230 joe@settonrealty.com Setton Realty License #RB045825A Listed on: 04/18/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,287
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 7,785 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 56.00 x 0.00
- Level Lot
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned R5
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,908 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 2 Fireplaces
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 127
- Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-00152-006
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2022
Closed on
Jun 27, 2022
Sold by
Vidoni Gabriel J
Bought by
Harmelin Leslie Samantha and Mcswiggan Jena Taylor
Seller's Agent
Joseph Setton
Setton Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eli Qarkaxhia
Compass RE
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$751,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
15.54%
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
$48,244
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 3, 2013
Closed on
Sep 27, 2013
Sold by
Camilli Bette R and Camilli Larry
Bought by
Vidoni Gabriel J and Vidoni Katherine E
Seller's Agent
Wally Heppenstall
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Shipon
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$419,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$31,000
-6.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$332,800
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmelin Leslie Samantha | $751,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Vidoni Gabriel J | $419,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Vidoni Gabriel J | $332,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2022 06/27/22 | Sold | $751,000 | +15.5% | $394 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2022 04/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/18/2022 04/18/22 | For Sale | $650,000 | +55.1% | $341 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2013 09/27/13 | Sold | $419,000 | -6.9% | $220 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/11/2013 09/11/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/03/2013 05/03/13 | For Sale | $450,000 | -- | $236 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,875 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2024 | $9,875 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2023 | $9,463 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2022 | $9,288 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2021 | $9,076 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2020 | $8,855 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2019 | $8,698 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2018 | $8,698 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2017 | $8,379 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2016 | $8,287 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2015 | $7,726 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
| 2014 | $7,726 | $236,450 | $118,190 | $118,260 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Joseph Setton
-
Eli Qarkaxhia
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Eli Qarkaxhia
Compass RE
(215) 731-4116
2 in this area
810 Total Sales
-
Iadviga Sventskaia
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Iadviga Sventskaia
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 761-0474
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
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Seller's Agent in 2013
Wally Heppenstall
BHHS Fox & Roach
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Michelle Shipon
BHHS Fox & Roach
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC2034904
APN: 40-00-00152-006
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