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Key Details
Sold Price $490,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,943 sqft
Price per Sqft $124
Subdivision Ambler
MLS Listing ID 1003466753
Sold Date 10/29/15
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,943
Originating Board TREND
Year Built 1732
Annual Tax Amount $4,875
Tax Year 2015
Lot Size 0.514 Acres
Acres 0.51
Lot Dimensions 135
Property Description
This historic home, the oldest on record in Ambler Borough, has been graciously restored, boasting beautiful original architectural details. The gorgeous hardwood floors, beautifully detailed millwork, deep seated window sills & multiple fireplaces combine with a flowing floor plan to create a perfect blend of old world charm that suits a modern lifestyle. Inside and out, this home is an entertainers dream. You are welcomed by a grand foyer where you will immediately notice the beautiful detail of yesteryear. Through the foyer you'll find the spectacular great room. It's amazing that this room is both spacious & cozy at the same time. Features include french doors to the side yard, foyer & study, crown molding, 5 inch baseboards, beautiful hardwood floors & stunning fireplace w/ exquisite mantel & millwork. Through the great room, step down into the study which has wide plank hardwoods, access to the covered patio & rear yard. Beyond the study is a bright dining room w/ newer hardwood floors & expansive windows providing a striking view of the property. The kitchen offers modern conveniences, such as Decora cabinets, stainless steel double drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, slide in Jenn-Air range, granite counter w/ undermount sink & granite island w/ plenty of workspace & seating, while retaining its period feel w/ beamed ceilings & brick hearth. A separate summer kitchen provides tons of extra storage, a staging area for parties, discreet rear stair case, & outside access. Upstairs, the oversized master bedroom boasts beautiful hardwood floors. The master shares a landing w/ a 2nd bedroom, huge linen closet & updated bath. Down the hall you'll find 2 add'l bedrooms, 1 currently serving as a craft/laundry room. At the end of the hall is access to the rear stairs. While the home has been well maintained & carefully restored, this small section is in need of some work. The recently renovated 3rd floor offers fabulous entertainment/work area, 2 more bright bedrooms & an large updated bath. Outside, the front porch is vast and great for watching the world go by, while the rear yard offers peace & tranquility. Relax on the covered flagstone patio offering ceiling fans & skylights. The patio is surrounded by meticulously maintained perennial gardens & lush lawn. This historically significant home is conveniently located near Ambler's bustling restaurants, train station, major highways & within award winning Wissahickon SD. Do not miss this amazing opportunity.
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Ambler Boro (10601)
Zoning R1A
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
Basement Partial, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Intercom, Kitchen - Eat-In
Hot Water S/W Changeover
Heating Oil, Electric
Cooling Wall Unit
Flooring Wood
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace N
Window Features Replacement
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal
Heat Source Oil, Electric
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Porch(es)
Fence Other
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s), Porch(es)
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Corner, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Story 3+
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 3+
Additional Building Above Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Shady Grove
Middle Schools Wissahickon
High Schools Wissahickon Senior
School District Wissahickon
Others
Tax ID 01-00-03094-001
Ownership Fee Simple
Security Features Security System
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Bought with Ernest L Facchine III • Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell