Elkins Park, located between Jenkintown and Cheltenham, is a leafy and historic Elkins Park neighborhood with grand stone mansions and a rail-linked main street. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Elkins Park SEPTA Station and the stretch of Old York Road nearby, where small eateries, everyday services, and commuter foot traffic set the pace. Landmark-scale architecture defines the streetscape, from the Lynnewood Hall estate to early-20th-century homes on winding, tree-lined blocks. The Curtis Arboretum adds wooded trails and open lawns that shape daily routines. The Hiway Theater in nearby Jenkintown and the Cheltenham Center for the Arts anchor local culture with screenings, classes, and performances. Sidewalks, pocket parks, and the station platform create a walkable rhythm across the neighborhood.
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Market insights
425 Chapel Rd · $790,000
DAYS ON MARKET
0 days
The average home goes pending in 31 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.2%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$790,000
Median sale price in this area is $568,824. (28% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
One fireplace
Full, fully finished basement
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the first upper level
Two bedrooms on the second upper level
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms (all on upper levels)
One half bathroom on the main level
Heating & cooling
Forced air and radiator heating
Natural gas heating and hot water
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Corner lot location
Loafing shed on the property
Home design
Detached structure
Slate roof
Stone construction and stone foundation
Estimated year built
Parking
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces and garage door opener
Driveway with 3 spaces
On-street parking available
Total of 5 garage/parking spaces
Construction
Stone construction
Stone foundation
Slate roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Exquisite, elegant, impeccable stone colonial situated on a beautiful street where every house is unique. Spacious, inviting true center hall with handsome staircase. Lovely living room with marble fireplace. French doors to formal dining room. Gleaming hardwood floors, custom moldings and recessed lighting throughout the house. Family room with walls of windows. Fabulous kitchen with Corian counters, ceramic tile backsplash, terra cotta tile floors, center island, sub-zero refrigerator and newer stainless steel appliances. Breakfast room with chair rail and bay window. Large master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets and 4 pc ceramic tile bath. All bathrooms have been updated. New heater and central air. Interior freshly painted. Good closets and storage t/o.
Public Records
Jan 30, 2004
Sold
$425,000
$120/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC219484
Jul 19, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 5, 2003
Listed
$425,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 9, 2002
Sold
$400,000
$113/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003371407
Mar 10, 2002
Listed
$400,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 1981
Sold
$125,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,291 (+4.1%)
2025
$19,496 (+2.8%)
2024
$18,961 (+1.3%)
2023
$18,721 (+1.8%)
2022
$18,399 (+2.8%)
2021
$17,896 (+3.0%)
2020
$17,380 (+2.0%)
2019
$17,033 (+2.4%)
2018
$16,629 (+2.3%)
2017
$16,261 (+4.8%)
2015
$15,513 (+5.4%)
2014
$14,712
2013
$14,712 (+0.9%)
2011
$14,582
2010
$14,582 (−12.7%)
2009
$16,704
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
96 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,528
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,528
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
310004894007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R2
Residential District
In expansion of the declaration of legislative intent found in Article I of this chapter and the statement of community development objectives found in Article I, the intent of this article, among others, is as follows: Promote the maintenance, stability, continued viability and enhanced value of the Township's residential neighborhoods.; Ensure new residential infill development and redevelopment is in character with existing neighborhoods.; Accommodate a variety of housing types.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 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, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Elkins Park, PA • 19027
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Elkins Park. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 425 Chapel Rd
$809,317
$19K over list price of $790K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $470K to $770K.