Elkins Park, PA 19027,1429 ASHBOURNE RD
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Elkins Park, PA 19027,1429 ASHBOURNE RD
Elkins Park, PA 19027,1429 ASHBOURNE RD
Elkins Park, PA 19027,1429 ASHBOURNE RD
Elkins Park, PA 19027,1429 ASHBOURNE RD

$895,000

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$895,000

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1429 ASHBOURNE RD Elkins Park, PA 19027

8 Beds

8 Baths

8,000 SqFt

SOLD DATE : 04/07/2017

Key Details

Sold Price $895,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 8,000 sqft

Price per Sqft $111

Subdivision Elkins Park

MLS Listing ID 1003140049

Sold Date 04/07/17

Style Colonial,French

Bedrooms 8

Full Baths 6

Half Baths 2

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 8,000

Originating Board TREND

Year Built 1921

Annual Tax Amount $18,262

Tax Year 2017

Lot Size 0.988 Acres

Acres 0.99

Lot Dimensions 138

Property Description

"Sylvan Edge" is the definition of old world elegance and charm. This elegant Georgian Revival Estate home is filled with ornate detailing and craftsmanship unavailable in today's modern estate homes, and has been revived to its former glory by the current owner. Pass the high-gated entrance with walled courtyard and enter a home that was designed for the most sophisticated and worldly owner. Enter through the gracious central entrance hall with marble floors, curved stairway and gallery connecting you to a grand formal living room and dining room, each with full-wall salon paneling, hand-carved marble fireplaces and French doors boasting views of the pool and magnificent grounds. The fabulous GOURMET KITCHEN features new cabinets and new, high-end appliances, restored original range hood over a VIKING 8 burner range, new center island with statuary top, Italian FARMHOUSE SINK and an adjacent breakfast room. Retire with your guests after dinner to the impressive WOOD-PANNELED LIBRARY with spectacular built-in bookcases and a MARBLE FIREPLACE, or the comfortable sunroom with travertine floors, marble lunette fountain and bar area. French doors open to the POOL and OUTDOOR DINING areas with relaxing views of the pond and grounds. This masterpiece of design was made for entertaining and parties in all four seasons! Follow the grand central staircase to the second level to find the incredible MASTER BEDROOM SUITE with marble fireplace, original painted frescoes, full marble bathroom with DEEP SOAKING TUB and his and hers dressing room and SHOE CLOSET; A princess suite with bathroom, dressing room and fireplace. 4 other bedrooms and 3 baths are found on the second floor, while a large, PRIVATE BALCONY overlooks the pool and GARDENS. The third level offers 3 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The large lower level features outside access and could easily become a wine cellar. Set on an acre with 3-CAR GARAGE, some recent upgrades include 3-ZONE CENTRAL AIR, 400 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE and NEW POOL EQUIPMENT. This home is a commuters dream, located just 1 block away from the Elkins Park train station, and a 5 minute walk to Elkins Park shops and restaurants, with easy access to Philadelphia, 611 Old York Rd, Route 309 and the PA Turnpike. "Sylvan Edge" is a grand estate tucked away from the crowds, yet close to everything!

Location

State PA

County Montgomery

Area Cheltenham Twp (10631)

Zoning R4

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Other

Basement Full

Interior

Interior Features Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Stain/Lead Glass, Dining Area

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Gas, Radiator

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Wood, Stone, Marble

Fireplaces Type Marble, Stone

Equipment Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal

Fireplace N

Appliance Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony, Breezeway

Garage Spaces 6.0

Fence Other

Pool In Ground

Utilities Available Cable TV

Roof Type Tile

Accessibility None

Porch Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony, Breezeway

Attached Garage 3

Total Parking Spaces 6

Garage Y

Building

Lot Description Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Story 3+

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial, French

Level or Stories 3+

Additional Building Above Grade

Structure Type Cathedral Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

School District Cheltenham

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 31-00-00781-007

Ownership Fee Simple

Security Features Security System

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Bright MLS (BMLS)
Listed by Michael Sivel • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Bought with Frank Blumenthal • Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
agent

Lisa Jackson

License ID: MD (5006876) & DE (RS-0038166)

+1(717) 649-7248

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