Open House Saturday 10/10 fro 12-2pm * * Your search is over! This adorable single detached home in Lower Merion School District will check all your boxes. Situated in the fabulous neighborhood of College Park and within walking distance to both the middle school and elementary, it is the perfect starter home. Greeted by a welcoming front porch, just perfect for morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. Once inside, the main floor has beautiful original hardwoods, a large living room with fireplace and french doors leading to the porch and a prominent formal dining room. Off the foyer or from dining room is a grand kitchen with a center island, ceiling to floor pantries, an abundance of counter and cabinet space as well as room for a table and chairs. From the kitchen you can take the festivities outside and enjoy the beautiful weather on your huge, private rear deck that overlooks your yard. Upstairs we have 3 generously sized bedrooms, all with good sized closets. . Master bedroom is large with stunning hardwood floors, the second bedroom includes a half bath so could be perfect for guests. The hall bath is well put together, the vintage look is super cute and has built ins for all your toiletry storage. Home also boasts a full walk up attic for all your storage needs that are so easily accessible. The basement is fully finished to add even more living enjoyment and is home to a large laundry area as well as a half bath and more closets for storage. This home is totally move in ready and awaiting your personal touch to make it your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
5,950 sq ftLot Size
$304Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Holly Rehfuss• HomeSmart Realty Advisors
•215-604-1191 (broker)
•gztsvn@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Danielle Ruffin• Houwzer, LLC
•267-765-2080 (broker)
•mike@houwzer.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAMC666718
Redfin Estimate
$707,605
$248K since sold in March 2021$12K since August
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This home's estimate is 26.1% lower than the average sale price ($957K) of 6 comparable homes.
Open House Saturday 10/10 fro 12-2pm * * Your search is over! This adorable single detached home in Lower Merion School District will check all your boxes. Situated in the fabulous neighborhood of College Park and within walking distance to both the middle school and elementary, it is the perfect starter home. Greeted by a welcoming front porch, just perfect for morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. Once inside, the main floor has beautiful original hardwoods, a large living room with fireplace and french doors leading to the porch and a prominent formal dining room. Off the foyer or from dining room is a grand kitchen with a center island, ceiling to floor pantries, an abundance of counter and cabinet space as well as room for a table and chairs. From the kitchen you can take the festivities outside and enjoy the beautiful weather on your huge, private rear deck that overlooks your yard. Upstairs we have 3 generously sized bedrooms, all with good sized closets. . Master bedroom is large with stunning hardwood floors, the second bedroom includes a half bath so could be perfect for guests. The hall bath is well put together, the vintage look is super cute and has built ins for all your toiletry storage. Home also boasts a full walk up attic for all your storage needs that are so easily accessible. The basement is fully finished to add even more living enjoyment and is home to a large laundry area as well as a half bath and more closets for storage. This home is totally move in ready and awaiting your personal touch to make it your own.
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC353948
Apr 10, 1997
Sold
$185,000
$79/sq ft
Mar 12, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 10, 1997
Listed
$185,000
$79/sq ft
Vacant & Ready To Go! Don't Miss This 2-Story Stone/Siding Colonial W/ New Eat-In Kitchen (1991). 2Nd Flr Has Large Mbr W/ 2 Closets & Ceiling Fan, 2 Addt'l Brs (One Has Pr) + C/T Hall Bath W/ Tub/Shower. Walk-Up Attic. Lower Level: Partially Finished For Family Room Or Office + Powder Room + Laundry Rm + Storage & Utilities. Covered Porch + Large Deck Off Kitchen.
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC509734
Jul 21, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Jul 21, 1996
Listed
$208,000
$89/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 1986
Sold
$130,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,123 (+4.6%)
2025
$7,766 (+16.6%)
2024
$6,659 (+4.4%)
2023
$6,381 (+1.9%)
2022
$6,263 (+2.3%)
2021
$6,121 (+2.5%)
2020
$5,971 (+1.8%)
2019
$5,866 (+1.9%)
2018
$5,758 (+1.9%)
2017
$5,650 (+8.4%)
2015
$5,210 (+6.0%)
2014
$4,915
2013
$4,915 (+3.1%)
2011
$4,769 (+4.0%)
2010
$4,587 (+3.6%)
2009
$4,429
Tax history for 70 Academy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,123 (+4.6%)
2025
$7,766 (+16.6%)
2024
$6,659 (+4.4%)
2023
$6,381 (+1.9%)
2022
$6,263 (+2.3%)
2021
$6,121 (+2.5%)
2020
$5,971 (+1.8%)
2019
$5,866 (+1.9%)
2018
$5,758 (+1.9%)
2017
$5,650 (+8.4%)
2015
$5,210 (+6.0%)
2014
$4,915
2013
$4,915 (+3.1%)
2011
$4,769 (+4.0%)
2010
$4,587 (+3.6%)
2009
$4,429
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 492
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas Public/Piped
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Coal/Wood
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Colonial
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame/Masonry
Property Information
Subdivision Name: ACADEMY ROAD
Living Sq. Ft: 2,330
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 816
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: L 11
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 5,950
Legal Lot Number: 11
Legal Block Number: 3
School Tax District: LOWER MERION
Municipality Name: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Acres: 0.1366
Depth Footage: 119
Front Footage: 50
Zoning Code: R5
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: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,330
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,950 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400000116006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cynwyd School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
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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4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$673,000 – $814,000
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