NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8301 High School Rd Elkins Park, PA 19027

Estimated Value: $711,000 - $754,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,454 Sq Ft
$211/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 13, 2024

Last sale price $714,000 $207 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,058/month

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Wyncote Elementary School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2024

Welcome to the Small House. This stunning mid-century modern home was commissioned by ardent admirers of Frank Lloyd Wright, Benjamin & Rebecca Small and designed by prominent Philadelphia architect David Daniel Weitz of Thalhimer & Weitz. Nestled on a wooded corner lot in the charming community of Elkins Park, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a lovingly well-preserved mid-century modern gem. The brilliance of the home's design reveals itself across the seasons in numerous subtle ways from perfect morning and afternoon light indoors to framed views of the sunsets from the living room and roof deck with cooling shade covering the patio in summer. This home presents the possibility for one-level living and offers original details such as paneled walls, original hardware, tiles, custom fixtures, and a vintage leather wet bar.

With 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms spread across a deceptively large 3,454 square feet, this home provides a gracious living and entertaining space. A large foyer with double coat closets opens into a dramatic living room with walls of windows and a fieldstone fireplace. Serving as the focal point of the living room, the fieldstone wall extends outside to border the flagstone patio, seamlessly tying the outdoor and indoor spaces together. The large flagstone patio can be accessed directly from this room. High ceilings and wide passages fill the home with spaciousness from the moment you enter.

The dining room can accommodate a large party comfortably for any occasion, with original built in display cabinets. The remodeled kitchen boasts sleek white cabinets, custom quartz countertops and smart technology appliances, including a WiFi-enabled cooktop and a combination convection microwave wall oven. The original curved banquet and custom breakfast nook table are framed by an art deco glass block wall that captures morning light perfectly. The main level also features a convenient powder room with art deco details and a full wet bar, enhancing the entertainment experience.

The luxury of a first-floor primary bedroom and bath with a vanity/dressing area, walk-in closet, and built-ins offers a private retreat. Upstairs, two additional large bedrooms, a full bath and a spacious walk-in cedar closet adjoin a small flight of stairs that lead to an enormous roof terrace which provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment.

The lower level encompasses a finished basement with an oversized laundry room, a pantry and space for additional storage. A large room under the master bedroom originally served as a fourth bedroom for a live-in nanny but could just as easily be a home office or gym. A full bathroom completes this lower level. Outside, a deck and a barbecue area offer opportunities for al fresco dining and relaxation. The home also features an oversized two-car garage with natural light, inside access to the kitchen, dedicated 20 amp electrical service and a full sized workbench with heating.

New 200 amp electrical service, new flat and pitched roofs, gutters, plumbing and numerous freshly planted trees complete the home.

This unique home is ideally located a short 16 minute walk from the Elkins Park train station, offering a swift 25-minute ride to Center City and direct service to 30th Street Station and the airport. Convenient access to major highways, including Route 309 and the PA Turnpike, enhances its connectivity. Enjoy the ease of walking to a variety of shops, restaurants, parks, and the local library. Don't miss the opportunity to make this mid-century modern gem your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marion Dinofa

Compass RE License #RS287367 Listed on: 06/24/2024

Compass RE

Co-Listed By

Adam Dinofa

Compass RE License #RS366262

Last Buyer's Agent

Wendy Schwartz

Compass RE

Compass RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,045

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 96.00 x 0.00
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Front and Side Yard
  • Zoning described as 1101 Res: 1 Fam

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Attic Fan
  • Laundry Chute

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Elkins Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 10
  • Assessor Parcel Number 31-00-25126-007

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,045

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Pool table, washer, dryer, window AC in upstairs bedroom built-in, refrigerator, microwave, extra roofing material for decking supports, fireplace screen, wood holder, and fireplace tools. All inclusions are in as-is condition and are of no monetary valu
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-06-25
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to the Small House. This stunning mid-century modern home was commissioned by ardent admirers of Frank Lloyd Wright, Benjamin & Rebecca Small and designed by prominent Philadelphia architect David Daniel Weitz of Thalhimer & Weitz. Nestled on a wooded corner lot in the charming community of Elkins Park, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a lovingly well-preserved mid-century modern gem. The brilliance of the home's design reveals itself across the seasons in numerous subtle ways from perfect morning and afternoon light indoors to framed views of the sunsets from the living room and roof deck with cooling shade covering the patio in summer. This home presents the possibility for one-level living and offers original details such as paneled walls, original hardware, tiles, custom fixtures, and a vintage leather wet bar. With 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms spread across a deceptively large 3,454 square feet, this home provides a gracious living and entertaining space. A large foyer with double coat closets opens into a dramatic living room with walls of windows and a fieldstone fireplace. Serving as the focal point of the living room, the fieldstone wall extends outside to border the flagstone patio, seamlessly tying the outdoor and indoor spaces together. The large flagstone patio can be accessed directly from this room. High ceilings and wide passages fill the home with spaciousness from the moment you enter. The dining room can accommodate a large party comfortably for any occasion, with original built in display cabinets. The remodeled kitchen boasts sleek white cabinets, custom quartz countertops and smart technology appliances, including a WiFi-enabled cooktop and a combination convection microwave wall oven. The original curved banquet and custom breakfast nook table are framed by an art deco glass block wall that captures morning light perfectly. The main level also features a convenient powder room with art deco details and a full wet bar, enhancing the entertainment experience. The luxury of a first-floor primary bedroom and bath with a vanity/dressing area, walk-in closet, and built-ins offers a private retreat. Upstairs, two additional large bedrooms, a full bath and a spacious walk-in cedar closet adjoin a small flight of stairs that lead to an enormous roof terrace which provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. The lower level encompasses a finished basement with an oversized laundry room, a pantry and space for additional storage. A large room under the master bedroom originally served as a fourth bedroom for a live-in nanny but could just as easily be a home office or gym. A full bathroom completes this lower level. Outside, a deck and a barbecue area offer opportunities for al fresco dining and relaxation. The home also features an oversized two-car garage with natural light, inside access to the kitchen, dedicated 20 amp electrical service and a full sized workbench with heating. New 200 amp electrical service, new flat and pitched roofs, gutters, plumbing and numerous freshly planted trees complete the home. This unique home is ideally located a short 16 minute walk from the Elkins Park train station, offering a swift 25-minute ride to Center City and direct service to 30th Street Station and the airport. Convenient access to major highways, including Route 309 and the PA Turnpike, enhances its connectivity. Enjoy the ease of walking to a variety of shops, restaurants, parks, and the local library. Don't miss the opportunity to make this mid-century modern gem your own!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Oven - Double, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Attic/House Fan, Wet/Dry Bar, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Laundry Chute, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3454
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3454
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 286.79
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2446
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1008
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1008
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 8301

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat
  • Spa: No
  • 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, Inside Access, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CHELTENHAM
  • School District Key: 300200396295
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Sideyard(s), Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 96.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14525.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Roof, Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Description: 1101 Res: 1 Fam

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 10928.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14045.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 31-00-25126-007
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3454
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 09/13/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHELTENHAM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2024
Closed on
Sep 13, 2024
Sold by
Higgins Kelton Charles and Higgins Sherry Gemma
Bought by
Hagopian Peter J and Hagopian Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Marion Dinofa
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Wendy Schwartz
Compass RE
List Price
$742,000
Sold Price
$714,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-3.77%
Views
208
Current Estimated Value
$729,965

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,965
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.24%
Original Mortgage
$631,350
Outstanding Balance
$625,176
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$104,789

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2021
Closed on
Feb 23, 2021
Sold by
Emerson Thomas M and Macher Alan D
Bought by
Higgins Kelton Charles and Higgins Sherry Gemma
Seller's Agent
Anna Skale
Keller Williams Main Line
Buyer's Agent
Jen Shivak
Bonaventure Realty
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$462,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
2.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.05%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2016
Closed on
Jul 19, 2016
Sold by
Ge Properties One Llc
Bought by
Emerson Thomas M and Macher Alan D
Seller's Agent
Anna Skale
Keller Williams Main Line
Buyer's Agent
Noele Stinson
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$332,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-7.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2016
Sold by
Makower Judith and Newman Della F Makower
Bought by
Ge Properties One Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1985
Bought by
Makower Samuel J and Makower Judy
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hagopian Peter J $701,500 Executive Abstract Title
Higgins Kelton Charles $462,000 None Available
Emerson Thomas M $332,000 None Available
Ge Properties One Llc $175,000 None Available
Makower Samuel J $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hagopian Peter J $631,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2024 09/13/24 Sold $714,000 0.0% $207 / Sq Ft
08/11/2024 08/11/24 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2024 08/07/24 Price Changed $714,000 -3.8% $207 / Sq Ft
06/24/2024 06/24/24 For Sale $742,000 +60.6% $215 / Sq Ft
02/25/2021 02/25/21 Sold $462,000 +2.9% $134 / Sq Ft
01/26/2021 01/26/21 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2021 01/24/21 For Sale $449,000 +35.2% $130 / Sq Ft
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Sold $332,000 -3.7% $96 / Sq Ft
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Price Changed $344,900 -3.9% $100 / Sq Ft
05/11/2016 05/11/16 For Sale $359,000 -- $104 / 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 $14,025 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2024 $14,025 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2023 $13,868 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2022 $13,629 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2021 $13,256 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2020 $12,874 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2019 $12,617 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2018 $3,411 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2017 $12,046 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2016 $11,963 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2015 $11,730 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
2014 $11,407 $210,000 $61,570 $148,430
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMC2103500

Bright MLS

APN: 31-00-25126-007