Seller's Agent in 2019
Jordan Wiener
Compass RE
(610) 996-6000
8 in this area
172 Total Sales
626 S Bowman Ave Merion Station, PA 19066
Estimated Value: $1,178,000 - $1,304,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,010
Sq Ft
$408/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 1 Fireplace
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Merion Elementary School Rated A+
- No HOA
About This Home
As of June 2019Elegant 1940s Main Line Stone Colonial, formerly the residence of Pennsylvania Governor Milton Shapp. Great curb appeal and perfectly nestled on a beautifully landscaped 1/2 +/- acre lot with specimen plantings. Walk to everything as you are just steps to the center of Narberth, in a sidewalk neighborhood and only one block to the highly acclaimed Merion Elementary School, nationally recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence! Impeccably maintained, this four bedroom, 3 & 1/2 bath home offers character and details of a bygone era, tasteful modern updates and TURN-KEY MOVE-IN CONDITION. Gracious entrance hall leads to large living room with wood burning fireplace flanked by built-ins and door to covered slate patio and SERENE REAR YARD perfect for outdoor entertaining. The updated cooks kitchen offers stainless steel cabinetry, butcher block counters, Viking professional range, Liebherr refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher and opens to dining room and family room with wall of windows and door to the yard (great flow for entertaining). The gracious carved staircase with windowed landing accesses the second floor master suite with dressing vestibule with closets and NEW master bath with subway tile and frameless shower with rain shower head, and three additional bedrooms (including a private Au-Pair or In-Law Suite), cedar closet and two new bathrooms with designer fixtures, modern cabinetry and subway tile. The lower level offers a finished play room, workroom, storage and utilities. Additional features include sun-drenched interior, deep-silled windows, plaster walls, vintage brass and crystal doorknobs, updated cooks kitchen, freshly painted, new cedar roof (2010), new HVAC (2010), two car converted garage with inside access from kitchen, used as office/studio and full laundry, walk to Merion or Narberth train station, minutes to Center City Philadelphia and move-in condition make this SPECIAL HOME one not to be missed!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,832
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 0.4 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 0.00
- Property is zoned R3
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 3,010 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Merion Station Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 213
- Assessor Parcel Number 40-00-06480-005
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2019
Closed on
Jun 7, 2019
Sold by
Harris Eileen and Cooper Jonathan
Bought by
Friedlander Justin and Weiss Alexandra
Seller's Agent
Jordan Wiener
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
John Benson
RE/MAX One Realty
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.34%
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
$399,758
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$664,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2000
Sold by
Shapp Richard and Shapp Joanne
Bought by
Harris Eileen and Cooper Jonathan
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friedlander Justin | $830,000 | None Available | |
| Harris Eileen | $350,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Friedlander Justin | $645,000 | |
| Closed | Friedlander Justin | $664,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Harris Ellen B | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cooper Jonathan | $403,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Harris Eileen | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cooper Jonathan | $414,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Harris Eileen | $160,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2019 06/07/19 | Sold | $830,000 | +1.3% | $276 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2019 04/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2019 04/03/19 | For Sale | $819,000 | -- | $272 / 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 | $12,298 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2023 | $11,785 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2022 | $11,566 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2021 | $11,303 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2020 | $11,027 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2019 | $10,832 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2018 | $10,833 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2017 | $10,434 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2016 | $10,320 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2015 | $9,977 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
| 2014 | $9,621 | $294,450 | $102,980 | $191,470 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
John Benson
RE/MAX
(215) 869-6198
93 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC601794
APN: 40-00-06480-005
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