Move-in ready 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath Stone Colonial Home in the desirable College Park neighborhood. The spacious Living Room features a wood burning fireplace and built-ins. The Dining Room is open to the large newer Kitchen and both spaces were gut renovated in 2018. The Kitchen features Shaker cabinets, quartz countertops and backsplash, Bosch appliances, Restoration Hardware lighting, and an outside exit. A Powder Room completes the first level. The second floor boasts a Main Bedroom with 2 closets and an En-Suite Full Bathroom. There are 3 additional ample sized Bedrooms and a Full Hall Bathroom. The walk-out Lower Level is partially finished and has a separate area which can be used as a home office space. There is also a large storage room. With hardwood floors and neutral paint, 2018 HVAC, and a first floor open floor plan, this home is truly move-in ready. Sunny and bright, with Southern exposure and many windows throughout overlooking the professional landscaping, the outside shines in. This home is conveniently located steps from the elementary and middle schools, and close to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, shopping, dining, transportation, and roadways.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,660 sq ftLot Size
$471Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Getson• Keller Williams Main Line
•610-520-0100 (broker)
•info@mainlinekw.com (broker)
Bought with Debra Alberti• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Here's the one you've been waiting for! Delightful, sun drenched, center hall colonial in highly desirable, Lower Merion neighborhood, College Park. Sparkling clean, beautifully maintained inside and out with tons of curb appeal! Relax and enjoy fragrant summer evenings with friends on the front patio. Inviting living room radiates hospitality and charm with its elegant simplicity. Lovely original architectural details such as red oak hardwood floors, china closet, built-in bookcases, deep windowsills, chair rail, arched entryways & fireplace mantel with dentil molding. Formal dining room is perfect for entertaining any time of the year. Bright, efficiently designed kitchen with island provides storage and counter space for those who love to cook. Spacious, finished lower level with walk out is a terrific space for media room, exercise or play. 2nd floor features a large Master bedroom with en suite bath, (3) additional bedrooms plus full hall bath. There have only been 2 owners in the 66 year history of this wonderful home and it was the winner of the Neighborhood Club of Bala Cynwyd's Garden award in 2009. Enjoy the annual community July 4th Parade and family festival together with other local events. Ideally located just one block from the award winning Cynwyd Elementary and Bala Cynwyd Middle schools. Minutes to ball fields & tennis courts, Cynwyd Heritage Trail, Bala Cynwyd Park, Manayunk, restaurants & shopping plus easy access to Center City Philadelphia via train or 76. This is Main Line living at its best
Public Records
Jul 2, 1998
Sold
$270,000
$120/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC260592
Mar 18, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Mar 6, 1998
Listed
$270,000
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,324 (+4.6%)
2025
$10,826 (+5.4%)
2024
$10,272 (+4.4%)
2023
$9,844 (+1.9%)
2022
$9,662 (+2.3%)
2021
$9,442 (+2.5%)
2020
$9,211 (+1.8%)
2019
$9,048 (+1.9%)
2018
$8,883 (+1.9%)
2017
$8,716 (+8.4%)
2015
$8,037 (+6.0%)
2014
$7,582
2013
$7,582 (+3.1%)
2011
$7,357 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,075 (+3.6%)
2009
$6,832
Tax history for 27 W Amherst Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,324 (+4.6%)
2025
$10,826 (+5.4%)
2024
$10,272 (+4.4%)
2023
$9,844 (+1.9%)
2022
$9,662 (+2.3%)
2021
$9,442 (+2.5%)
2020
$9,211 (+1.8%)
2019
$9,048 (+1.9%)
2018
$8,883 (+1.9%)
2017
$8,716 (+8.4%)
2015
$8,037 (+6.0%)
2014
$7,582
2013
$7,582 (+3.1%)
2011
$7,357 (+4.0%)
2010
$7,075 (+3.6%)
2009
$6,832
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,660 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,250
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400000620006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway, Private
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
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
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Walkout Stairs, Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,250
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,031
County Tax: $893
School Tax: $7,518
Tax Assessed Value: $245,970
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $9,442
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water, 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
School District Name: LOWER MERION
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Bryn Mawr Ave.
Directions: Bryn Mawr Ave to W. Amherst
Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,250
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,660 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400000620006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Lower Merion High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bala Cynwyd, PA • 19004
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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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Estimated sale price
$1.01M – $1.22M
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