Do not miss this sun-filled twin newly built in 2014, located in highly popular Lower Merion Township just steps from Downtown Ardmore! This turn-key 1,769 sq. ft. 3 bed, 2 bath home is conveniently located steps from SEPTA's Ardmore Station for easy access to Center City, South Ardmore Park, and downtown Ardmore's hot new restaurants and shops, including the Ardmore Farmers Market and Suburban Square and features hardwood floors throughout. Best yet, it's in Lower Merion School District! Enter through the covered front porch to a bright living room with beautiful hardwood floors and numerous windows for plenty of natural light. The modern, open floor plan leads to your stunning and spacious eat-in kitchen featuring recessed lighting, espresso-colored cabinets, cool glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, corner stainless steel sink, and plenty of white quartz counter space. The kitchen includes access to your sliding glass door that open to a deck and large fenced-in yard, making this home an entertainer's delight. The second floor has two bedrooms both spacious in size, a laundry room with full-size washer/dryer, and a full bathroom with tile bath and espresso cabinetry. The third floor is a spectacular master suite with ultra-spacious closet, and master bath with an oversized, spa-quality double shower, double sinks, and custom tile flooring. Walk downstairs to the finished lower level, which makes an excellent recreation room, family room or home office! You will love your own driveway parking. Don't miss out seeing this nearly new, well designed home. Schedule your tour today.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
2,694 sq ftLot Size
$323Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Howard Smith• Houwzer, LLC
•267-765-2080 (broker)
•mike@houwzer.com (broker)
Bought with Helene De Vlieghere• BHHS Fox & Roach-Bryn Mawr
•610-527-0900 (broker)
•clientservices@foxroach.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAMC105170
Redfin Estimate
$569,405
$24K since sold in January 2026$4,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 17.7% higher than the average sale price ($484K) of 6 comparable homes.
New construction with a large backyard. The door in the basement that leads to a mechanical closet has a water stain that covers the entirety of the bottom of the door and reaches about 6 inches high.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Do not miss this sun-filled twin newly built in 2014, located in highly popular Lower Merion Township just steps from Downtown Ardmore! This turn-key 1,769 sq. ft. 3 bed, 2 bath home is conveniently located steps from SEPTA's Ardmore Station for easy access to Center City, South Ardmore Park, and downtown Ardmore's hot new restaurants and shops, including the Ardmore Farmers Market and Suburban Square and features hardwood floors throughout. Best yet, it's in Lower Merion School District! Enter through the covered front porch to a bright living room with beautiful hardwood floors and numerous windows for plenty of natural light. The modern, open floor plan leads to your stunning and spacious eat-in kitchen featuring recessed lighting, espresso-colored cabinets, cool glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, corner stainless steel sink, and plenty of white quartz counter space. The kitchen includes access to your sliding glass door that open to a deck and large fenced-in yard, making this home an entertainer's delight. The second floor has two bedrooms both spacious in size, a laundry room with full-size washer/dryer, and a full bathroom with tile bath and espresso cabinetry. The third floor is a spectacular master suite with ultra-spacious closet, and master bath with an oversized, spa-quality double shower, double sinks, and custom tile flooring. Walk downstairs to the finished lower level, which makes an excellent recreation room, family room or home office! You will love your own driveway parking. Don't miss out seeing this nearly new, well designed home. Schedule your tour today.
TREND #6554208
Jul 14, 2015
Sold
$295,000
$168/sq ft
Apr 30, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2015
Listed
$299,900
$170/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002576562
Jul 14, 2015
Sold
$295,000
$168/sq ft
Apr 30, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 2015
Listed
$299,900
$170/sq ft
+17
Unpack your bags and move right in. Enjoy this one year old twin located within walking distance to South Ardmore Park, public library and lots of shops. Convenient location! Enter through the covered front porch and you know you are home. The main level offers a bright living room with beautiful hardwood floors, large windows for plenty of natural light. Stunning Spacious eat-in kitchen features recessed lighting, Espresso colored cabinets with cool glass tile back-splash, stainless steel appliances plus plenty of white quartz counter space with cool corner stainless steel sink. Sliding-glass doors to a great fenced-in yard and a custom deck. Great for summer entertaining. Second floor has two great-sized bedrooms, full laundry room and a full custom bathroom. Third floor is an entire Master Suite, Large master bedroom with lots of storage. Master spa bath with an over-sized custom double shower, double sinks, tile flooring. Hardwood floors throughout second and third floors. Lower level is finished with tile and plumbed for a half bath. Plenty of storage space. This home was built in 2014. What's so great about this house is it's brand new. Great community! Lower Merion Schools! Plenty of street parking but the 2 car driveway parking is a bonus! Super convenient to parks, shopping, restaurants and public transportation. Don't miss out on this great buy. Move right in!
BRIGHT MLS #1007562320
Aug 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 7, 2014
Listed
$299,000
$170/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006938654
Jan 9, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 22, 2011
Listed
$79,500
$45/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006928394
Jan 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2011
Listed
$329,000
$187/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009189108
Feb 22, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jan 9, 2011
Listed
$114,500
$65/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008901366
Jan 31, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Oct 11, 2010
Listed
$329,000
$187/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009076326
Jul 19, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2010
Listed
$329,000
$187/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009076370
Jul 19, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2010
Listed
$129,900
$74/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006601168
Jul 3, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jul 3, 2009
Listed
$165,000
$94/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006409986
Aug 5, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 2008
Listed
$360,000
$204/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005670106
Jul 31, 2008
Sold
$66,500
$38/sq ft
Jul 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2008
Listed
$75,000
$43/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005670388
Jul 31, 2008
Sold
$66,500
$38/sq ft
Jul 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2008
Listed
$75,000
$43/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC435960
Jan 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 16, 2006
Listed
$89,900
$51/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC432610
Sep 20, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2005
Listed
$98,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,216 (+4.6%)
2025
$5,942 (+5.4%)
2024
$5,638 (+4.4%)
2023
$5,403 (+1.9%)
2022
$5,303 (+2.3%)
2021
$5,182 (+2.5%)
2020
$5,056 (+1.8%)
2019
$4,967 (+1.9%)
2018
$4,876 (+1.9%)
2017
$4,784 (+8.5%)
2015
$4,411 (+526.5%)
2014
$704
2013
$704 (+3.1%)
2011
$683 (+4.0%)
2010
$657 (+3.6%)
2009
$634
Tax history for 157 Simpson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,216 (+4.6%)
2025
$5,942 (+5.4%)
2024
$5,638 (+4.4%)
2023
$5,403 (+1.9%)
2022
$5,303 (+2.3%)
2021
$5,182 (+2.5%)
2020
$5,056 (+1.8%)
2019
$4,967 (+1.9%)
2018
$4,876 (+1.9%)
2017
$4,784 (+8.5%)
2015
$4,411 (+526.5%)
2014
$704
2013
$704 (+3.1%)
2011
$683 (+4.0%)
2010
$657 (+3.6%)
2009
$634
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
MDR1
Medium Density Residential Districts
MDR1 is a medium intensity residential district including single-family residential homes detached, twins, and duplexes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 336
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas Public/Piped
Heating Type: Central
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Exterior Wall: Aluminum/Vinyl
Property Information
Subdivision Name: T FERNLEY BROOKS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,761
# of Stories: 2.5
Stories Type: 2 1/2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 2,694
Legal Lot Number: 96
Legal Block Number: 5
School Tax District: LOWER MERION
Municipality Name: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Acres: 0.0618
Depth Footage: 122.45
Front Footage: 22
Zoning Code: R6A
County Use Description: RESID-SINGLE-FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,761
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 2,694 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400055096007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Penn Valley School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
Welsh Valley Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
9/10
Lower Merion High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ardmore, PA • 19003
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$541,000 – $655,000
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