Great opportunity to be a part of popular Northwoods where you can have a sense of community with fun social activities like an annual block party and July 4th parade. This beautifully renovated 2 story brick colonial is in move- in condition, has low taxes, a good school district and you can even walk to the train and be in the city in under 30 minutes! Approaching the home, you'll see a newer driveway and concrete steps leading to the front entry. Enter through the front door to find a light- filled living room with custom built-ins, large bay window and a wood burning fireplace that opens to the right to a formal dining room and then wraps around to the completely updated kitchen. The kitchen features, quartz counters, white subway tile back splash, breakfast bar, wood shaker cabinets and new appliances including a 2017 stainless steel refrigerator! The spacious family room addition is open to the kitchen and has vaulted ceilings, lots of windows, a powder room and exits to the rear entertaining space where you will find a fully fenced flat yard, deck with gazebo, manicured grounds & gardens and a sweet playhouse. Back inside and to the second story you will find 3 generous bedrooms and an updated full bathroom with pedestal sink. In addition, there is a walk-up attic, floored for storage. So many improvements have been made and include: 2013 main roof replaced with new decking, protective sheath and new gutters and downspouts too; one car garage with newer door and opener; energy efficient Pella Windows; upgraded 200-amp electric service panel; 2014 gas heater 2013 water heater. Full unfinished basement with new washer and dryer, gorgeous hard wood floors, neutral and tasteful paint colors throughout! Showings start at the Open house Sunday, October 7th from 2-4!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,750 sq ftLot Size
$311Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Monica Maben• BHHS Fox & Roach - Spring House
•215-542-1770 (broker)
Bought with Diane Reddington• Coldwell Banker Realty
Here is your chance to be a part of popular Northwoods! An attractive 2 story brick colonial in move in condition! LOW Taxes and walk to Train! Approaching the home, you'll find a newer driveway and new concrete steps leading to the front entry 2014. Enter into the new front door to find a light filled living room with custom built-ins, large bay window and wood burning fireplace. This sweeps off to the right to a formal dining room and then wraps around to the completely updated kitchen. Kitchen features a 2010 renovation with white subway tile back splash, new quartz counters, breakfast bar, new shaker cabinets and updated appliances. Family room addition in the rear has vaulted ceilings, powder room and features convenient exits to rear entertaining space. Fully fenced rear yard, deck with manicured grounds and gardens. Back inside, upstairs, 3 bedrooms and an updated full bathroom with pedestal sink. In addition, a walk up attic, floored for storage. Main roof replaced 2011 with new decking, protective sheath and new gutters and downspouts too. One car garage with new door and opener. Newer Pella Windows in 2009. Water Softener installed 2010. NEW electric service line and NEW 100 amp panel being installed! Newer heater installed 2014 and water heater 2013. Gorgeous hard wood floors, neutral and tasteful paint colors throughout! Walk to the train! Desirable Springfield Township School District! The neighborhood Assoc provides activities throughout the year too.
BRIGHT MLS #1005681724
May 14, 2008
Sold
$284,500
$172/sq ft
Mar 20, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Feb 24, 2008
Listed
$284,900
$173/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 18, 2001
Sold
$180,000
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003376217
Jun 7, 2001
Sold
$180,000
$109/sq ft
Mar 19, 2001
Listed
$180,000
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC533036
Mar 28, 2000
Listed
$173,500
$105/sq ft
Mar 28, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Nov 16, 1995
Sold
$150,000
$91/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC305226
Oct 7, 1995
Sold
$150,000
$91/sq ft
Mar 13, 1995
Listed
$150,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 17, 1988
Sold
$156,000
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,525 (+4.5%)
2025
$6,243 (+4.8%)
2024
$5,955 (+3.6%)
2023
$5,747 (+3.0%)
2022
$5,583 (+2.7%)
2021
$5,437 (+2.4%)
2020
$5,310 (+1.6%)
2019
$5,228 (+2.2%)
2018
$5,115 (+2.5%)
2017
$4,990 (+5.7%)
2015
$4,723 (+3.2%)
2014
$4,576
2013
$4,576 (+4.0%)
2011
$4,401 (+1.2%)
2010
$4,350 (+3.3%)
2009
$4,213
Tax history for 740 Brooke Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,525 (+4.5%)
2025
$6,243 (+4.8%)
2024
$5,955 (+3.6%)
2023
$5,747 (+3.0%)
2022
$5,583 (+2.7%)
2021
$5,437 (+2.4%)
2020
$5,310 (+1.6%)
2019
$5,228 (+2.2%)
2018
$5,115 (+2.5%)
2017
$4,990 (+5.7%)
2015
$4,723 (+3.2%)
2014
$4,576
2013
$4,576 (+4.0%)
2011
$4,401 (+1.2%)
2010
$4,350 (+3.3%)
2009
$4,213
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,650
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
520002308007
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: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Breakfast Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 50
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,650
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $126,420
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $5,200
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
200+ Amp Service
Gas
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: ENFIELD
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP
High School: SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP
School District Name: SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP
Location Information
Cross Street: CHELFIELD
Municipality: SPRINGFIELD TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,650
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,750 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 520002308007
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glenside Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Cedarbrook Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
Cheltenham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$488,000 – $591,000
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