Be sure to watch the video tour of this stunning 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath center hall colonial home with a private driveway on a double wide lot in the desirable College Park neighborhood of Bala Cynwyd. Located in the award-winning Lower Merion School District, close to most major highways and a short distance to the Cynwyd Regional Rail station, downtown Bala, the Cynwyd Club with its beautiful pool and restaurant and Cynwyd Heritage Trail for walking, biking and quick access to Manayunk! Plus, this home is walking distance to both Cynwyd Elementary and Bala Cynwyd Middle School! Location aside, this is a fabulous home that has so much to offer inside and out! Inside, find gleaming hardwood floors, energy efficient replacement windows throughout and freshly painted walls. On the first floor you will find a large living room with wood burning fireplace, a bright and open dining room with bay windows and a gorgeous kitchen with granite tops, stainless appliances including a Viking French Door refrigerator, GE Café gas range & dishwasher and lower level microwave to prevent dangerous spills. You will be impressed with the abundant amount of cabinet and counter space as well as a large island plus additional bar seating. The first floor continues to the highly coveted family room which is bright and open to the kitchen. This sun-drenched room is incredibly spacious and will surely be the heart of this home. With vaulted ceilings, plenty of windows for natural light and French doors out to the rear patio and yard, it will surely please its new owners! Completing this floor is a coat closet and powder room. On the second floor you will find 2 nicely sized bedrooms and a full hall bath plus the primary suite. The generously sized primary suite offers a wall of built-in closets PLUS the 2 standard closets that are native to homes in College Park! On the third floor find the 4th bedroom that is a private room, perfect for a teenage hideaway, home office or guest bedroom. In addition to all of this above grade living space, the basement is finished with a tiled floor, surround sound speakers and finished ceiling plus separate room for storage and a separate and clean room dedicated to the laundry area with an additional quarter bathroom (utility sink right outside)! Outside, you will just love the amount of open space with the double lot providing plenty of private space to relax, play or even room to grow should you so desire. All of this plus 2 zone central air conditioning and low taxes. Please note it is likely that public records square footage does not include the third floor and the basement. Recent appraisal said 2,747 square feet of living space plus an additional 891 sft of finished space in basement. Schedule your in-person tour to see all this home has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$402Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lauren Leithead• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Bruce Kirkpatrick• BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
Do not miss this opportunity! 156 Vassar Road has so much to offer on its double wide lot and tremendous renovations. The first floor boasts a spacious floorplan with ample living space, tons of natural light and hardwood floors throughout. The open concept kitchen features a French door Viking refrigerator, GE gas stove with upper and lower ovens, and ample granite countertop and cabinet space ideal for any chef. The kitchen opens into the dining room, which is perfect for any occasion, complete with expansive bay windows. In addition to this amazing kitchen, the first floor also has a cozy living room, powder room and beautiful family room with vaulted ceilings that lead out to the stone patio and rear yard. The 2nd floor of this home hosts the primary bedroom, complete with custom built-in closets and a fully renovated primary en-suite bathroom, a hallway bath and two more sizable bedrooms. Not only does this house have great living space, it also has bonus space in the attic that is perfect for an office or playroom. A finished basement with laundry and additional storage complete this great perfectly located home. Additional features include private driveway, 2 zone central air system and large, flat side yard
TREND #6646759
Feb 10, 2016
Sold
$625,000
$228/sq ft
Nov 5, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 19, 2015
Contingent
—
Sep 21, 2015
Listed
$635,000
$231/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003469385
Feb 10, 2016
Sold
$625,000
$228/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Listed
$635,000
$231/sq ft
Rare opportunity to purchase a completely remodeled home on an oversized lot in desirable College Park! Open and bright, this classic stone home showcases the best of old and new with an extra-large great room addition and a stunning new kitchen with granite counter tops, KraftMaid cabinets, stainless GE Caf appliances, and custom backsplash. Hardwood floors, moldings, deep window sills and a front rocking porch add warmth and charm. The kitchen opens to a dining room with a beautiful bay window offering great space for entertaining, and there is also a large living room with a wood burning fireplace. The great room has a vaulted ceiling, tons of windows and light and French doors leading to a new patio and private, fenced yard. There is a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs are two full baths and three generous bedrooms with ceiling fans, including a master with a fully-updated bath, featuring a custom-tiled shower, en suite. The third floor offers a finished loft with skylights?ideal for an office or fourth bedroom. This home also has a finished, walkout basement with tile floors and lots of natural light plus a half-bath and finished laundry room with new high-efficiency washer and dryer. New windows throughout and new AC on the first floor. Best of all, this home is conveniently located just minutes from Manyunk and Center City with easy access to Rts. 76 and 95 in the award-winning Lower Merion school district. Agents related to seller.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,761 (+4.6%)
2025
$11,244 (+5.4%)
2024
$10,669 (+4.4%)
2023
$10,224 (+1.9%)
2022
$10,034 (+2.3%)
2021
$9,806 (+2.5%)
2020
$9,566 (+1.8%)
2019
$9,398 (+1.9%)
2018
$9,225 (+1.9%)
2017
$9,052 (+8.4%)
2015
$8,347 (+6.0%)
2014
$7,875
2013
$7,875 (+7.6%)
2011
$7,320 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,039 (+3.6%)
2009
$6,797
Tax history for 156 Vassar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,761 (+4.6%)
2025
$11,244 (+5.4%)
2024
$10,669 (+4.4%)
2023
$10,224 (+1.9%)
2022
$10,034 (+2.3%)
2021
$9,806 (+2.5%)
2020
$9,566 (+1.8%)
2019
$9,398 (+1.9%)
2018
$9,225 (+1.9%)
2017
$9,052 (+8.4%)
2015
$8,347 (+6.0%)
2014
$7,875
2013
$7,875 (+7.6%)
2011
$7,320 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,039 (+3.6%)
2009
$6,797
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,470
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400063616001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2026.
LDR4
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR4 is a low intensity district intended for detached single-family residential homes and the preservation of the existing neighborhood character.
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Parking Information
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Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Attic, Bar, CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Island, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,747
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,070
County Tax: $928
School Tax: $7,962
Tax Assessed Value: $255,460
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $9,960
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric, Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CYNWYD
Middle Or Junior School: BALA CYNWYD
High School: LOWER MERION
School District Name: LOWER MERION
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Cross Street: East Dartmouth
Directions: Traveling on Conshohocken State Road turn right onto E. Dartmouth (which turns into Vassar). The home is on the right.
Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,470
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400063616001
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026
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Schools
Cynwyd School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Bala-Cynwyd Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Lower Merion High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
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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
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.05M – $1.27M
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