24 Penarth Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-2645 $1,850,000
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Interior Sq. Ft: 4,544
Acreage: 0.36
Age:104 years
Style:
Federal
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Welcome to this updated, full brick and slate roof Center Hall Colonial in desirable, walkable Bala Cynwyd, Gracious, well-proportioned rooms, a floorplan ideal for entertaining, meticulously cared for and visually stunning, this home is a complete package. 5-bedrooms and 4.5-bathrooms of style and grace offer a timeless elegance combined with modern amenities. As you step through the front door into a welcoming foyer, you'll be greeted by gleaming hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the first floor. A large and spacious living room is bathed in natural light and features a beautiful fireplace with elegant mantle as the focal point. Adjacent find a sunroom with beamed ceilings, walls of windows and French doors to the backyard. This sunroom, unlike many, is extra wide, offering plenty of space for an office, TV room or library. On the opposite side of the foyer find a generously sized dining room with built in corner cabinet, and separated from the kitchen by an impressive series of custom french pocket doors, offering multiple options from the most casual to formal dinner party gatherings. The kitchen was rebuilt from the studs by the current owner, and includes an abundance of counter and cabinet space. It features double wall ovens, a panel refrigerator, custom ventilation hood, a convenient pot filler above a Wolf 6 burner cooktop, and a large central island with additional seating. A stylish tile backsplash adds a touch of sophistication, and completes a design aesthetic that ensures the kitchen truly is the heart of the home. Off the side of the kitchen, near the door to the patio, find a powder room and mudroom with built ins, perfect utility. Upstairs on the second level, a luxurious primary suite awaits, complete with hardwood floors and a serene sitting area. The suite features a generous walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and a large walk-in shower, all redone by the current owner. The primary suite also includes direct access to a private deck, ideal for unwinding with a book or enjoying your morning coffee. Two additional well-appointed bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on this level. The third floor offers three more spacious bedrooms (one currently used for storage), another full bathroom and laundry room. Downstairs, a finished basement including an additional full bathroom, half kitchen and direct exterior access provides a fantastic bonus space, perfect for a home gym, recreation room, additional living area and more. Outside, enjoy a peaceful blue slate back patio, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation, overlooking a flat backyard lawn, landscaping and more. A two-car detached garage fits perfectly with the setting and mirrors the brick and slate roof finish of the main house. Conveniently located in the heart of Bala Cynwyd, Lower Merion Township, this home is a short walk to award winning Cynwyd Elementary and Bala Middle Schools. Also within walking distance to the Cynwyd SEPTA train station, the Cynwyd Recreation Trail, houses of worship, shopping and more. All this, and still within 15 minutes of Center City Philadelphia. Don’t miss this elegant Bala Cynwyd home…schedule a showing today!
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Elem. School: Cynwyd High School: Lower Merion
Features
Utilities
Radiator Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Oversized, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Fully Finished Basement
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Brick Exterior
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Public Elementary (96 schools)
Public Middle (10 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Bala Cynwyd | 0.37 mi |
Welsh Valley Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Narberth | 1.59 mi |
Amy NW | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 1.88 mi |
Middle Years Alternative | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 3.39 mi |
Belmont Charter School | Belmont Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 3.48 mi |
Haverford Middle School | Haverford Township School District | 6–8 | Havertown | 4.1 mi |
Beverly Hills Middle School | Upper Darby School District | 6–8 | Upper Darby | 4.28 mi |
Science Leadership Academy Middle School | Philadelphia City School District | 5–8 | Philadelphia | 4.31 mi |
Mastery Cs-Hardy Williams | Mastery CS-Hardy Williams | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.8 mi |
Drexel Hill Middle School | Upper Darby School District | 6–8 | Drexel Hill | 4.91 mi |
Public High (37 schools)
Private (125 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Bala Cynwyd (19004), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 31
- Average salary of people in this community: $100,602
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,437
- Household Size (ppl): 2.44
- Households w/ Children: 59%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 3,031 (71.6%)
- Rented: 870 (20.5%)
- Vacant: 334 (7.9%)
- Total: 4,235
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.
Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 0.6%
- Some High School: 1.8%
- High School Graduate: 12.3%
- Some College: 9.9%
- Associate Degree: 2.4%
- Bachelor's Degree: 32.0%
- Graduate Degree: 40.9%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $116,475
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $1,063
- One Bedroom: $1,461
- Two Bedroom: $1,580
- Three Bedroom: $2,082
- Four Bedroom: $2,054
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Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (610) 822-3356, marianne.dillon@compass.com
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