Stunning, classically styled French Manor home located on an exceptional 2.39 acre parcel on a cul de sac, offering unparalleled amenities including flat lawns, walled terraces, tennis court, pool and pool house outfitted with kitchen, bath and lounge area. Approach the home by a wide paver turning circle to a custom mahogany door. Beyond find a two story Foyer with sweeping staircase and forward views of the Great Room. Marked by soaring ceilings and full stone wall with gas burning fireplace this space radiates light from the over-sized windows and creates the open floor plan desired by today's buyers. Also recognizing the need for more intimate space the formal Living Room located to the left of Foyer is warmed by a gas burning fireplace and Southwestern exposure. The formal Dining Room enjoys the detail of a curved wall from the staircase behind and connects seamlessly to a Butler's Pantry, large walk-in shelved storage and the Kitchen. Outfitted with a tiered cooking and seated granite topped island the Kitchen opens to a wide walled stone terrace and magnificent low care perennial gardens and verdant lawns. High level appliances including two Dacor wall ovens, gas cooktop and side by side sub zero refrigeration and freezer creating a space which is as functional as it is attractive. A wide hall leads to a handsome Billiard Room/Office. With three walls of windows, a sophisticated sound system and the forethought to locate unattractive but needed printers in a nearby equipment room, this space offers all possibilities for both hard work and recreation. Completing the first level is a full Bath, large Laundry/Potting room with plentiful storage and outside exit. Appreciate the second level overlook after ascending the main stairs en route to a deluxe Master Bedroom. Generously proportioned with a tray ceiling the Master offers true end of day retreat with a Dressing Room, his and her outfitted closets, large Bath with under window jetted tub and separate water closet. Two bedrooms offering equal square footage with en-suite baths and large closets. Two additional bedrooms with central bath could also be purposed as a grand Guest Suite located just off the backstairs and adjacent to the home's elevator. Floored Attic provides superior primary storage or could be easily imagined as future finished space. Lower Level is finished with Bath, craft room, recreation area and large unfinished storage and mechanicals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
3.51 acresLot Size
$643Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lavinia Smerconish• BHHS Fox & Roach-Bryn Mawr
•610-527-0900 (broker)
•clientservices@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Lynn Berger• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
•610-649-4500 (broker)
•wendy.civitella@foxroach.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #1003480219
Redfin Estimate
$3,608,058
$258K since sold in February 2022$137K since September
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This home's estimate is 16.8% higher than the average sale price ($3.09M) of 6 comparable homes.
Stunning, classically styled French Manor home located on an exceptional 2.39 acre parcel on a cul de sac, offering unparalleled amenities including flat lawns, walled terraces, tennis court, pool and pool house outfitted with kitchen, bath and lounge area. Approach the home by a wide paver turning circle to a custom mahogany door. Beyond find a two story Foyer with sweeping staircase and forward views of the Great Room. Marked by soaring ceilings and full stone wall with gas burning fireplace this space radiates light from the over-sized windows and creates the open floor plan desired by today's buyers. Also recognizing the need for more intimate space the formal Living Room located to the left of Foyer is warmed by a gas burning fireplace and Southwestern exposure. The formal Dining Room enjoys the detail of a curved wall from the staircase behind and connects seamlessly to a Butler's Pantry, large walk-in shelved storage and the Kitchen. Outfitted with a tiered cooking and seated granite topped island the Kitchen opens to a wide walled stone terrace and magnificent low care perennial gardens and verdant lawns. High level appliances including two Dacor wall ovens, gas cooktop and side by side sub zero refrigeration and freezer creating a space which is as functional as it is attractive. A wide hall leads to a handsome Billiard Room/Office. With three walls of windows, a sophisticated sound system and the forethought to locate unattractive but needed printers in a nearby equipment room, this space offers all possibilities for both hard work and recreation. Completing the first level is a full Bath, large Laundry/Potting room with plentiful storage and outside exit. Appreciate the second level overlook after ascending the main stairs en route to a deluxe Master Bedroom. Generously proportioned with a tray ceiling the Master offers true end of day retreat with a Dressing Room, his and her outfitted closets, large Bath with under window jetted tub and separate water closet. Two bedrooms offering equal square footage with en-suite baths and large closets. Two additional bedrooms with central bath could also be purposed as a grand Guest Suite located just off the backstairs and adjacent to the home's elevator. Floored Attic provides superior primary storage or could be easily imagined as future finished space. Lower Level is finished with Bath, craft room, recreation area and large unfinished storage and mechanicals.
BRIGHT MLS #1008050296
Oct 4, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 27, 2016
Listed
$2,499,000
$445/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007998276
Jun 28, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 29, 2016
Listed
$2,699,000
$481/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 1997
Sold
$907,500
$162/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC366258
Jul 14, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jul 10, 1997
Listed
$907,500
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 22, 1994
Sold
$752,500
$134/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC334180
Feb 1, 1993
Listed
$752,500
$134/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 1986
Sold
$345,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$52,136 (+132.7%)
2025
$22,401 (−54.2%)
2024
$48,892 (+4.4%)
2023
$46,853 (+1.9%)
2022
$45,985 (+2.3%)
2021
$44,938 (+2.5%)
2020
$43,840 (−6.3%)
2019
$46,811 (−14.0%)
2018
$54,458 (+1.9%)
2017
$53,436 (+8.4%)
2015
$49,274 (+6.0%)
2014
$46,486
2013
$46,486 (−17.7%)
2011
$56,492 (+4.0%)
2010
$54,324 (+3.6%)
2009
$52,457
Tax history for 968 Idlewild Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$52,136 (+132.7%)
2025
$22,401 (−54.2%)
2024
$48,892 (+4.4%)
2023
$46,853 (+1.9%)
2022
$45,985 (+2.3%)
2021
$44,938 (+2.5%)
2020
$43,840 (−6.3%)
2019
$46,811 (−14.0%)
2018
$54,458 (+1.9%)
2017
$53,436 (+8.4%)
2015
$49,274 (+6.0%)
2014
$46,486
2013
$46,486 (−17.7%)
2011
$56,492 (+4.0%)
2010
$54,324 (+3.6%)
2009
$52,457
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 2,651
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 5
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas Public/Piped
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Coal/Wood
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 12
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Contemporary
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame
Pool Information
Pool Type: Gunite
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: ESTATE ENGINEERING ASSOC
Living Sq. Ft: 5,614
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 3,972
# of Stories: 1.5
Stories Type: 1 1/2
Legal Description: 245 X IRR 2.39 AC
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Attached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 828
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 153,026
Legal Lot Number: 1
Legal Block Number: 10
School Tax District: LOWER MERION
Municipality Name: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Acres: 3.513
Front Footage: 245
Zoning Code: RA
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: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,614
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400026484008
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Gladwyne School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Black Rock Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
Harriton Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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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
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Estimated sale price
$3.43M – $4.15M
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