In a quiet neighborhood with sidewalk lined streets, just a minutes' drive to the library, a recreational park and the major thoroughfare of route 611 is 7917 Heather Road in Elkins Park. An overly spacious, and light enhanced home boasting wonderful curb appeal including a pillared, covered entry. As beautiful hardwood floors greet you in the foyer you will notice this home has retained its original charm through the years and opens to a generously sized living room with wood-burning fireplace and extensive shelving for hosting a library or your favorite decorative collection. Divided glass French doors lead to a tiled sunroom featuring high hat lighting, lighted ceiling fan, and leads to the rear patio via sliding glass doors. From the foyer glass doors open to the formal dining, a bright and airy space with a period chandelier and swing door to the kitchen. The kitchen, with its country flare offers a great flow. Features include an abundance of cabinetry, cook's island, hardwood floors and brick backsplashes accented my decorative tiles framing the windows. There is also a secondary staircase for quick access to the bedrooms and an exterior door. A spacious casual dining room that fills with natural light adjoins the kitchen with an open appeal. Notice the heartiness of the original banister as we move up to the second level. The master suite offers the hardwood floors that continue throughout this level, has direct access to the second bedroom creating the versatility of a separate sitting room, office or nursery plus a private, recently updated full bath with pedestal sink, striking tile work and wide step-in shower with obscured glass. Bedroom two features dual double closets and a lighted ceiling fan. The third and fourth bedrooms are both nicely sized with a sunny deposition, while the upper level and basement provide a ton of extra storage and can be transformed to additional living space if you choose. With recent updates the full common bath boasts a glass enclosed tub with shower, new vanity and extra cabinetry for keeping linens handy. The lush landscape creates a private oasis on the patio, while the fenced backyard enjoys a nice mix of sun and shade. There is also a detached two-car garage and plenty of private parking. This home is a gem, just pick your new paint colors and make this home yours. Call today for your personal tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Jim Luttrell• Keller Williams Real Estate - Newtown
•215-860-4200 (broker)
•klrw983@kw.com (broker)
Listed by Terry Luttrell• Keller Williams Real Estate - Newtown
•215-860-4200 (broker)
•klrw983@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Roy Hollinger• Barandon & Hollinger Real Est
*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
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
120 ft.
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
3,210
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
310014011007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R1
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.