$1,002,500
SOLD JUL 9, 2025

653 Valley Rd Blue Bell, PA 19422

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,963 Sq Ft
0.79 Acres

Recently Sold

$338 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Blue Bell Elementary School Rated A
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and convenience. Nestled in the popular Blue Bell Gardens neighborhood, this home features a traditional floor plan with a detached two car garage addition. The main level boasts a formal living room with gas fireplace, a formal dining area, and an eat in kitchen with stainless steel refrigerator, granite countertops, and ample cabinet space. The former attached garage has be renovated into extra large family room complete with fireplace and built in shelving. Also adding a side entrance with mudroom and bonus room for whatever your needs are! Upstairs, the primary suite includes an updated stall shower and closets. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy your morning coffee in the delightful sunroom filled with natural light, overlooking the mature landscaping and wooded rear yard. The fenced in backyard offers a private outdoor oasis, with a new patio perfect for summer barbecues or quiet evenings under the stars. This home is loaded with extras, including Hardi board siding, a mudroom and a whole house generator for peace of mind.
Located in Whitpain township you will benefit from low taxes and award winning Wissahickon schools. With nearby shopping, dining, and major commuter routes, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Driscoll

(215) 353-9436 jendriscoll@kw.com Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne Listed on: 05/14/2025

Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne

Last Buyer's Agent

Gwendolyn Steffens

(215) 850-0422 steffens@kurfiss.com Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS212983L

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,690

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.79 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 104.00 x 0.00
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 2,963 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Schools

  • Blue Bell Elementary School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Blue Bell Gdns Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-00-08020-005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,690

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 5/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wainscotting
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2963
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2963
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 329.06
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2963
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), Shed
  • Construction Materials: Hardiplank Type
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 7
  • Type Of Parking: Detached 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: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BLUE BELL

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Fully, Split Rail, Wrought Iron
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.79
  • Lot Dimensions: 104.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 34400.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 6232.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8690.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-00-08020-005
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WISSAHICKON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jul 9, 2025
Sold by
Lloyd Kathryn J
Bought by
Riter William M and Oberkircher Margaret P
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Driscoll
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Buyer's Agent
Gwendolyn Steffens
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$1,002,500
Premium/Discount to List
$27,500
2.82%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
$989,058

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,442
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.47%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,661
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$789,397

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1993
Bought by
Lloyd Frank W and Lloyd Kathryn J
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,002,500 None Listed On Document
Deed $1,002,500 None Listed On Document
Deed $244,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 New Conventional
Closed $200,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Sold $1,002,500 +2.8% $338 / Sq Ft
05/18/2025 05/18/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $975,000 -- $329 / 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
2025 $8,090 $256,270 -- --
2024 $8,090 $256,270 -- --
2023 $7,759 $256,270 $0 $0
2022 $7,823 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2021 $7,585 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2020 $7,397 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2019 $7,244 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2018 $7,244 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2017 $6,915 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2016 $6,811 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2015 $6,499 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
2014 $6,499 $267,620 $75,310 $192,310
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC2138764

Bright MLS

APN: 66-00-08020-005