Welcome Home to 1609 Waverly Road! This stunning French Colonial has been meticulously renovated and restored and is only available because of a job relocation. The current owners have brought this beauty back to life and spared no expense along the way. Enter through the double front doors to the grand foyer with a breathtaking curved staircase to the second floor. Upon entering you will immediately be struck by the beautiful views of the backyard from the formal dining room. Enjoy wall to wall glass doors that open out onto a new deck and patio. This fabulous design allows for seamless indoor/outdoor dining and entertaining. The first floor features an open yet traditional floor plan with spaces for both formal and informal living. The incredible kitchen, breakfast room and family room are truly the heart of this home. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized island, commercial grade appliances, multiple sinks, custom cabinetry, a large storage pantry, eat-in area and a beverage fridge. Enjoy expansive views of this special property from the kitchen, breakfast room and family room with its large custom windows and sliding glass doors. The wall of windows allows incredible light into the entire space . Take in the pristine 1+ acre property, with its many specimen plantings and an inviting pool, from every room. Work from home in the spacious home office, complete with built-ins, and then enjoy a short commute to the tranquil back yard to relax, dine and swim. The formal living room has a fireplace and an additional set of glass doors that lead to a cozy covered patio. The sweeping hall staircase brings you to the second floor where you will find the Master Suite. It offers another opportunity to relax and unwind in the spa like bathroom with it beautiful walk-in shower and spa tub. The Master bedroom is complete with a walk-in closet with custom built-ins. There are 3 additional bedrooms on the second floor with one featuring an en suite bath and the other 2 sharing a hall bath with double sinks, shower and tub. The 5th bedroom is located on the first floor. It is tucked away for privacy and features an en suite bath making it perfect for guests, an au pair, in-law suite or first floor Master! This truly special property has so much to offer and has to be seen to be appreciated. Located in the award winning Lower Merion school district, only a short commute to the city and close proximity to all the amazing shops and restaurants along the Main Line. Don't miss the opportunity to call 1609 Waverly home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
1.21 acresLot Size
$440Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Meghan Lawrence• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
•610-651-2700 (broker)
Listed by Meghan Chorin• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
A large French Manor Colonial home with accommodating floor plan and almost 1 and 1/4 acres sits on one of Lower Merion's desired roads. Enter the large 2 story center foyer to an embracing gallery turned staircase. The grand Foyer leads directly to the formal Dining Room with floor to ceiling windows and french doors pouring in the light as it overlooks an oasis landscaped level yard with brick patios and intimate gardens for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment. To the right is the oversized Living Room with floor to ceiling windows, enriched by a Fireplace plus French Doors to covered brick patio. The Kitchen and Breakfast Room are conveniently located by the sizeable Family Room with exposed beams and access to the outdoor haven with inground pool. Main Floor also includes a formal Powder Room for guests in the foyer plus another Half Bath in the Hall. A spacious front Study with built in Bookcases adds more living space to this sweeping 1st floor layout. The 4th Bedroom is in a secluded wing perfect for Guests, Au Pair, In law Suite or Playroom and includes a walk in closet plus Full Bath. Laundry and Mudroom area are conveniently located by the 2 car garage access. The magnificent staircase to the 2nd Level brings you to the Main Bedroom which was expanded to include a sitting room and 2 full Bathrooms plus Walk in Closet for today's buyers (originally 5 bedroom home). 2 Additional Bedrooms are further down the hall and a Full Bathroom could be remodeled into a Hall Bath. The front exterior of the home has a European landscaped courtyard with ample guest spaces for your lavish events. Additional amenities include; 2 Zone Heating and Central Air 4 & 6 years new, Cedar Roof installed 8 Yrs ago, Side yard enclosed vegetable garden and a Full Basement with ample storage. This home is ready for your updates and vision to further enhance your Gladwyne retreat. Great access to many miles of walking trails, parks and major routes.
BRIGHT MLS #1008001062
Dec 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2016
Listed
$890,000
$200/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC326882
Jun 1, 1996
Listing Removed
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May 9, 1996
Listed
$635,000
$142/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC384792
May 6, 1996
Listing Removed
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May 6, 1995
Listed
$689,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 1986
Sold
$525,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$29,234 (+4.6%)
2025
$27,950 (+5.4%)
2024
$26,519 (+4.4%)
2023
$25,414 (+1.9%)
2022
$24,943 (+2.3%)
2021
$24,375 (+2.5%)
2020
$23,779 (+1.8%)
2019
$23,360 (+1.9%)
2018
$22,932 (+1.9%)
2017
$22,501 (+8.4%)
2015
$20,748 (+6.0%)
2014
$19,575
2013
$19,575 (+3.1%)
2011
$18,994 (+4.0%)
2010
$18,265 (+3.6%)
2009
$17,638
Tax history for 1609 Waverly Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$29,234 (+4.6%)
2025
$27,950 (+5.4%)
2024
$26,519 (+4.4%)
2023
$25,414 (+1.9%)
2022
$24,943 (+2.3%)
2021
$24,375 (+2.5%)
2020
$23,779 (+1.8%)
2019
$23,360 (+1.9%)
2018
$22,932 (+1.9%)
2017
$22,501 (+8.4%)
2015
$20,748 (+6.0%)
2014
$19,575
2013
$19,575 (+3.1%)
2011
$18,994 (+4.0%)
2010
$18,265 (+3.6%)
2009
$17,638
*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
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
203 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.21 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,359
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400064744007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
LDR2
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR2 is a low intensity district intended for detached single-family residential homes and the preservation of the existing neighborhood character.