They had style, they had grace, and Rita Hayworth gave good face, but on the cover of any magazine should include pictures of this beauty queen! Stylish, custom Fort Washington home sited on a 3/4 Acre lot strikes a beautiful pose while perched atop a hill on quiet Ambler Road. The visitor is greeted with a grand Foyer and soaring 19' ceilings as well as hand-scraped, wide-plank hardwood flooring. Both Formal Living and Dining Rooms flank this grand entry offering a visual treat in each room. The gas fireplace adds to the seasonal enjoyment in the Living Room and the whimsical, wallpaper in the Dining Room highlight the custom millwork, tray ceiling and one of many spectacular light fixtures found in this home. The "corner office" provides a whole new meaning when you're working from home, but you won't mind being your own boss in this spacious 16 x 13 Study which can easily be closed off for added privacy. The dramatic, two story, light-filled Family Room has extra windows, and a wood-burning fireplace--this room is sure to be the focal point of any family gathering. The OPEN floor plan offers a perfect flow for entertaining and this chef's Kitchen is sure to improve your ranking as Host or Hostess of the year. 42 " cabinets, granite countertops, and farm-style center island frame the high-end appliances. Butler's Pantry has a wet-bar and ice maker to prepare the perfect Martini or Margarita for any event. The Breakfast Room is spacious with access to glass sliders which lead to the fenced-in rear yard with full size shed. .. perhaps even a "she shed. " Mud Room and Laundry Room both have rear yard and two-car garage access. The Second Floor is host to Master Bedroom suite with a large 15 x 8 walk-in closet, and DREAMY, spa-like bathroom boasting a 14' vaulted ceiling featuring all the tile selections and colors today's buyer seeks. The soaking tub, stall shower with frameless glass doors and dual vanity are tasteful and classic in design. Three additional, well-appointed Bedrooms share a Hall Bath with dual vanity and tub shower. A second floor Bonus Room is currently used for overnight guests for these homeowners, but it's great FLEX space for an additional office or playroom. The Basement is unfinished, but offers ENDLESS possibilities with its' insulation, roughed-in plumbing and egress to the outside. This home is located in the AWARD winning Upper Dublin school district, close to the charming town of Ambler with some of the best area restaurants, convenient shopping, and offers EASY access to major roadways such as routes 309, 202, and the Turnpike. Interested in knowing more? We'd love to take you on a tour!
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$285Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nicole Miller-DeSantis• Coldwell Banker Realty
•215-641-2727 (broker)
Bought with Wendie Steffens• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
•215-298-9415 (broker)
Bought with Katherine Farris• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Stunning! This beautiful custom like-new construction luxury home includes every consideration! Be in awe as you take in the 20x13 grand foyer entrance ? w/ 19' ceilings! You'll love the dark hand-scraped wide-plank wood flooring throughout the 1st floor & 2nd floor common areas as it meets neutral gray finishings w/ white trim & ceilings. Lots of details - crown molding to chair rails. .. a well made & appointed home! The open floor plan connects the foyer & expansive dining room ? w/ tray ceiling, chair rail & shadowbox wainscoting! Add a spacious family/living room w/ gas fireplace & a gorgeous corner office/playroom/game room - an anything room! Make your way next to the simply fabulous great room - complete w/ wood-burning second fireplace (adorned by a 6x6 reclaimed-wood custom mantel), double-decker windows & HUGE 8-bladed ceiling fan. Enjoy from the oversized upstairs hallway, via the overlook balcony! The 19' ceilings are the finishing touch on this showpiece. Not to be outdone by the kitchen - featuring top-end 42" cabinets w/ crown molding, top-level granite throughout, including the center island w/ dual oversized pendant lights above, & farm-table look w/ stools. The owners spared no expense when it came to appliances - Bosch, Miele, Kitchen Aid. .. plus custom hood for the range. Enjoy all of this while you're standing on wood-grain tile! You'll also get a huge breakfast area, w/ sliders to the backyard. Be entertainment ready at all times w/ your dedicated butler's pantry/wet bar w/ under-counter full-sized ice maker. Loaded w/ granite & undermount stainless sink it's a perfect way to impress in style! Add a large powder room, HUGE mud room & access to the garage. .. (16' ceilings/8' high doors)! Upstairs are 5 bedrooms - one larger than the next, w/ wall to wall carpeting & large closets. The master also includes a tray ceiling, oversized ceiling fan, & double-door entrance plus a HUGE 15x8 walk-in closet! The bathroom ensuite is breathtaking - a 14' vaulted ceiling demands your attention, double-sinks, tons of storage, custom all-glass shower doors, soaking tub, wood-grain tile floor. A 2nd hall bath w/ double sinks completes the bedroom level. Downstairs a huge full basement is ready for your finishing touches - includes a walkout & rough-in for a bathroom. It's also insulated! A full list of upgrades including a Rennai on-demand hot water & solar panels! is available. Upper Dublin's sought after school district. Make your appointment now! Don't wait!!
Public Records
Oct 6, 2014
Sold
$695,000
$171/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009541018
Feb 4, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jul 5, 2012
Listed
$689,900
$170/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009541118
Feb 4, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jul 5, 2012
Listed
$299,000
$74/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007050166
Jul 31, 2012
Listing Removed
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Aug 25, 2011
Listed
$299,000
$74/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006953802
Jul 31, 2012
Listing Removed
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Mar 15, 2011
Listed
$649,900
$160/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006833062
Dec 24, 2010
Listing Removed
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Jun 24, 2010
Listed
$799,000
$197/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006797278
Oct 24, 2010
Listing Removed
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Apr 29, 2010
Listed
$399,900
$98/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006372608
Dec 31, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 16, 2008
Listed
$949,000
$234/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008374926
Jun 9, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 9, 2008
Listed
$1,200,000
$295/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,376 (+4.4%)
2025
$18,559 (+3.7%)
2024
$17,894 (+2.9%)
2023
$17,384 (+2.2%)
2022
$17,005 (+2.6%)
2021
$16,581 (+3.0%)
2020
$16,102 (+1.7%)
2019
$15,833 (+1.7%)
2018
$15,567 (+2.0%)
2017
$15,255 (+6.6%)
2015
$14,315 (+496.5%)
2014
$2,400
2013
$2,400 (+5.7%)
2011
$2,271 (+3.9%)
2010
$2,185 (+9.6%)
2009
$1,993
Tax history for 420 Ambler Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,376 (+4.4%)
2025
$18,559 (+3.7%)
2024
$17,894 (+2.9%)
2023
$17,384 (+2.2%)
2022
$17,005 (+2.6%)
2021
$16,581 (+3.0%)
2020
$16,102 (+1.7%)
2019
$15,833 (+1.7%)
2018
$15,567 (+2.0%)
2017
$15,255 (+6.6%)
2015
$14,315 (+496.5%)
2014
$2,400
2013
$2,400 (+5.7%)
2011
$2,271 (+3.9%)
2010
$2,185 (+9.6%)
2009
$1,993
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
146 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.78 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,062
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
540002398032
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized