$1,085,000
SOLD MAY 24, 2022
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,715 Sq Ft
1.09 Acres

Recently Sold

$230 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

103 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Wallingford Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of May 2022

A rare opportunity to make this Grand Victorian Home your own. This stately, historic beauty, commissioned by Simon Gratz for his granddaughter in 1887, is loaded with new upgrades, impressive appointments & handcrafted details throughout. Located just a few minutes from downtown Media - at historic Hinkson's Corner in the acclaimed Wallingford - Swarthmore School District. As you approach this splendid estate home, you are welcomed by an expansive, 3-sided, wrap-around porch with a screened-in area to enjoy al fresco dining and tranquil evenings. Welcome guests in the grand front entrance into an impressive foyer with 9'+ coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, a magnificent oak paneled staircase with hand-turned oak balustrade & a beautiful stained glass landing. The foyer provides large, open approaches to the spacious, formal living and dining areas, each with Mercer tile fireplaces, 9'+ ceilings with deep crown molding, 8" base trim, hardwood floors & expansive windows. Enjoy the spacious and newly, remodeled modern kitchen with quartz countertops, all new appliances (including wine cooler) and adjacent butler's alcove. Just off the kitchen is a sun-filled window-surround Sitting Room/Den along with a remodeled half bath with exposed brick wall.

Retreat to the second floor, boasting a newly updated and expansive Primary Bedroom Suite with a large Walk-in Closet and spectacular Bathroom with dramatic round picture window, water closet and quartz top double vanity and access to a small Balcony. There are two additional Bedrooms on the 2nd floor (one with private, remodeled Full Bath) as well as a private Study with built-in bookcases and 3rd remodeled Full Bath.

The 3rd floor has also been completely remodeled with Au Pair or Guest Suite, Full Kitchen with new appliances and quartz countertops, Cafe Station with Wine Cooler, Full Bath, 2 Bedrooms and/or additional nursery playroom/sitting area. The lower level has a 3-car garage and expansive and unique wrap-around utility garage and storage space - a Mudroom, Laundry with new washer/dryer, Convenience Toilet & Pet Washing Station as well as a large unfinished basement area. A gardener's dream - this home is affectionately referred to as the "Holly House" and was the home of the acclaimed horticulturalists family of Dr. Kassab. Situated on 1+ (approx.) lush acres of mature and rare flora, including the renowned Kassab Holly, with a circular fountain and fish pond as well as a newly constructed Lean-to Barn. The adjacent 3/4 acre corner lot is being sold separately (PADE2010332). A spectacular Victorian Beauty at historic Hinkson's Corner in the heart of Wallingford and just minutes from downtown Media with convenient access to major highways and public transportation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hobson Pusey

BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon License #RS339933 Listed on: 10/29/2021

BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Kyle

Elfant Wissahickon Realtors License #RS345857

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,235

Year Built

  • Built in 1887 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-1A, Residential-1A

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 4,715 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Second Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Strath Haven High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 114-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 34-00-00354-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,235

Year Built

Built in 1887 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, range/oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, garage door opener and transmitters, Wine Coolers
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2021-10-31
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Year Renovated: 2021
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: 4098
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter, Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 11
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 4715
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4715
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 243.90
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4715
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 6

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, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • 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: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN
  • School District Key: 300200396626
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.09
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 47480.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: R-1A
  • Zoning Description: Residential-1A

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 16327.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 20235.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 34-00-00354-00
  • Tax Lot: 114-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 05/24/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2019
Sold by
Scott Beth Schultz
Bought by
Scott Beth Schultz and Scott Christopher
Current Estimated Value
$1,322,770

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 20, 2012
Closed on
Aug 14, 2013
Sold by
Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab and Muqaddam Sara Jane
Bought by
Scott Beth Schultz
Seller's Agent
Perri Ann Evanson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
CHRISTOPHER SCOTT
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$115,000
-17.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.33%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$313,843
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$929,862

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2012
Sold by
Muqaddam Sara Jane and Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab
Bought by
Muqaddam Sara Jane and Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2008
Sold by
Muqaddam Sara Jane
Bought by
Muqaddam Sara Jane and Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2005
Sold by
Kassab Emma Elizabeth and Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab
Bought by
Kassab Emma Elizabeth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2004
Sold by
Kassab Emma Elizabeth
Bought by
Ford Eleanor Ann Kassab
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $535,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $200,000 Construction
Closed $217,961 Unknown
Closed $188,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $417,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2022 05/24/22 Sold $1,085,000 0.0% $230 / Sq Ft
02/09/2022 02/09/22 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2021 12/08/21 Off Market $1,085,000 -- --
10/29/2021 10/29/21 For Sale $1,150,000 +115.0% $244 / Sq Ft
08/29/2013 08/29/13 Sold $535,000 -17.7% $113 / Sq Ft
06/18/2013 06/18/13 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2013 05/02/13 For Sale $650,000 +21.5% $138 / Sq Ft
05/02/2013 05/02/13 Off Market $535,000 -- --
04/09/2013 04/09/13 Price Changed $650,000 -5.5% $138 / Sq Ft
10/10/2012 10/10/12 Price Changed $688,000 -12.7% $146 / Sq Ft
09/14/2012 09/14/12 Price Changed $788,000 -12.0% $167 / Sq Ft
06/21/2012 06/21/12 Price Changed $895,000 -10.1% $190 / Sq Ft
01/20/2012 01/20/12 For Sale $995,000 -- $211 / 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 $22,556 $632,670 $145,630 $487,040
2023 $21,673 $632,670 $145,630 $487,040
2022 $21,213 $632,670 $145,630 $487,040
2021 $34,462 $632,670 $145,630 $487,040
2020 $20,235 $349,180 $68,730 $280,450
2019 $23,778 $349,180 $68,730 $280,450
2018 $23,317 $421,960 $0 $0
2017 $22,675 $421,960 $0 $0
2016 $2,316 $421,960 $0 $0
2015 $2,316 $421,960 $0 $0
2014 $2,316 $421,960 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE2010096

Bright MLS

APN: 34-00-00354-00