1230 Lenox Road is a rarely offered 5,000 plus square foot 1938 Colonial home in Jenkintown Manor, close to public transportation, shopping centers & restaurants. The Abington Club & Alvethorpe Park are both just a short walk. This is a true statement piece featuring 5 bedrooms, with the potential of 2 more, 3 full & 1 half bathrooms, a 3-car garage, and mature garden landscaping on just under a half- acre. There are numerous architectural details, traditional ornate hardware & well- appointed light fixtures. Touring this property will bring you back to simpler times of elegance & prodigious craftsmanship with hidden gems along the way. There is an additional stairway to navigate through this large home and even an elevator (currently not in service)! The long driveway with stone pillars leads to the 3-car garage, as the slate roof dramatically drapes the entire dwelling. Enter through the main entry door in through the cove on the left side of the driveway. The large foyer hosts slate flooring and an impressive spiral staircase complete with tray ceilings and tasteful chandelier. On the main floor - to the left, just a step down into the formal living room presenting wide plank hardwoods, floor to ceiling built- ins, oversized curved sun-drenching windows and a gas fireplace with sconce accent lights. There is a modern half bathroom as well a home office (or potential first floor bedroom) with a large window and side patio access. Through the interior French doors, enter the formal dining room also featuring a curved window wall with accent lit bookcases, wide plank hardwoods and side patio access via two sets of small French doors. Admire the chandelier and imagine the dinner party potential. As you move into the kitchen you will see the abundance of cabinetry, large island, a four-burner plus grill stovetop and double oven, filtered instant hot water, plus a lovely view of the rear garden terrace area. Peek in the cabinets to the right of the disguised SubZero refrigerator to see the levels of storage some cabinets offer. There are several access points in the kitchen - the front driveway, the backyard, the second staircase, and the basement. Up the main oval staircase and to the right, the primary bedroom features an on-suite bathroom with heated floors, a glass shower, soaking tub (with TV) and double vanity. There is a timeless wardrobe hallway with a traditional closet and multiple drawers. A bonus space with a large closet and lots of windows can be utilized as an office, nursery, or dressing room. Bedroom 2, at the front of the home, has sun- soaked window seats and is the largest of the additional bedrooms. The second- floor laundry room has built-in cabinetry with a slide out ironing board, tons of storage and a nice window view of the driveway. Bedroom 3 is on this level has access to the full 3-piece bathroom. The closet hosts the closed off elevator. The 4th and 5th bedroom are up the back staircase, sharing a full combo shower/tub bathroom. This hallway hosts multiple closets and another staircase to the finished attic space above the garage, which has unlimited possibilities: alternative home office, craft room, art studio, kids playroom or bedroom. (The built-in box in the middle is where the mechanicals are for the elevator. ) There is a very large cedar closet for prime storage. The basement offers a partially finished space with two other workshop areas, tons of storage and most mechanicals: (2) 200-amp panels in this home, 3 sump pumps, back-up hot water radiators, 3 HVAC zones throughout the property, new water heater 2021. Included in the sale is the washer, dryer, and refrigerator. The pet-friendly fenced in backyard is a gardener’s dream, with some pavers, plants and multi-level garden possibilities as well as full access to the front on either side of the home. Call to schedule your tour today!
Welcome to this, one-of-a-kind English Cotswold style manor, a stone, brick and clapboard home with slate roof & courtyard. This beautifully designed home with many unique features is beautifully maintained and decorated. There are many distinctive architectural details such as curved walls, arched doorways, tasteful millwork, large windows and refinished gleaming random width wood-peg mahogany and oak floors throughout the home. An enchanting covered stone vestibule provides entrance through a custom three-panel original wood door leading into a spacious, elegant slate floor entry foyer. As you enter the home, you have an open view from front to back and a gorgeous curved hardwood staircase with artisan wrought-iron banister and large window. The spacious living room features a large bay window framed by handsome built-in bookcases, many side windows with deep sills, and a gas fireplace with a carved wood mantle. Along the spacious foyer, you will find beautifully updated powder room, a Den/Office with built-ins, picture window and doors to a patio. A large walk-in coat closet is conveniently located in the main foyer. French doors lead into a formal dining room with a second lovely bay window and more French doors opening to a lovely covered patio. The eat-in kitchen features cherry cabinets, new granite top center island, beautifully redone ceramic tile back splash, stainless steel appliances, new wall oven with microwave/convection on top, professional six burner gas cook top, and a new dishwasher. A vestibule leads to the three-car attached garage. A beautiful curved stairway with custom wrought iron railing and a large window on the landing leads to a spacious second floor hallway. A second set of back stairs will take you to a separate wing and is accessible from the kitchen and the upper hallway. The fabulous master suite includes a sunroom/office with lots of windows and additional closets as well as a dressing area with many closets. An updated custom master bath includes frame-less glass spa shower, air-jet whirlpool tub, double vanity with Travertine marble counter, and a TV. Two additional lovely & spacious bedrooms, a large hall bath & new laundry room complete the upper level. A curved door from the hallway leads to a separate wing featuring two bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill updated bathroom. This wing can be used as an In-law or guest suite. The walk-up attic is converted to a bedroom with an amazing number of built-in shelving units and storage, recessed lighting and a very large walk in cedar closet. The basement has a very nice playroom/rec room with new flooring, plus 2 work rooms and lots of storage. The lush exterior charms with a covered flagstone patio plus a delightful grotto set amidst flowering trees and perennials. The improvements to the home in the last 3 years total over 100,000 dollars. Seller is selling this wonderful house due to relocation.
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC374566
Jun 27, 2019
Sold
$670,000
$129/sq ft
Apr 19, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 8, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jan 24, 2019
Listed
$699,900
$135/sq ft
+30
Welcome to this exquisitely elegant & architecturally unique, one-of-a-kind property. This English manner Cotswold Style of stone, brick and clapboard home with slate roof & courtyard is beautifully maintained and decorated. There are many distinctive architectural details such as curved walls, arched doorways, tasteful millwork and refinished gleaming random width wood-peg mahogany and oak floors throughout the home. A enchanting covered stone vestibule provide entrance through a custom three panel original wood door leading into an amazing slate floor entry foyer. As you enter the home you have an open view from front to back and a gorgeous curved hardwood staircase with artisan rod iron banister and large window. The spacious living room features a large bay window frames by handsome built-in bookcases, many side windows all with deep sills and a gas fireplace with a carved wood mantle. Along the spacious foyer you will find beautifully updated powder room, a Den/Office with built-ins, picture window, doors to a patio and a walk-in coat closet. The formal dining room features a 2nd lovely bay window, 2 sets of French doors leading to the covered patio and beautiful millwork. The eat in kitchen features cherry cabinets, center island, stainless steel appliances, double wall oven and professional six burner gas range. A vestibule leads to the three car attached garage. The back stairs leads to a separate wing and the upper hallway. The fabulous master suite includes a sunroom/office with lots of windows and additional closets, a dressing area with many closets and an updated custom master bath with frameless glass spa shower, air-jet whirlpool tub, double vanity with travertine marble counter and a TV. Two additional lovely & spacious bedrooms, a large hall bath & a walk-in linen closet complete the main area of the upper level. A curve door from the hallway leads to a separate wing featuring two bedrooms with Jack and Jill bathroom, this wing can be used as an In-law suite or guest suite. The walk up attic is converted to a huge walk-in closet/room with an amazing number of built-in shelves, drawers, center island storage, recessed lighting and a very large walk in cedar closet. The basement has a very nice play room/rec room plus 2 work rooms and lots of storage. The lush exterior provides a covered flagstone patio plus a delightful grotto set a midst flowering trees and perennials. Seller spent $80,000 in improvements in the last 2 years.
BRIGHT MLS #1002123046
Nov 27, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 1, 2018
Price Changed
$714,900
$138/sq ft
Oct 30, 2018
Relisted
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Oct 24, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2018
Price Changed
$719,900
$139/sq ft
Aug 24, 2018
Price Changed
$729,900
$141/sq ft
Jul 30, 2018
Listed
$739,900
$143/sq ft
TREND #6544471
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$650,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 3, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 19, 2015
Contingent
—
Jul 7, 2015
Price Changed
$699,900
$135/sq ft
May 15, 2015
Price Changed
$724,900
$140/sq ft
Apr 14, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 13, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 1, 2015
Listed
$735,000
$142/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003464259
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$650,000
$126/sq ft
Apr 1, 2015
Listed
$699,900
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 1984
Sold
$160,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,736 (+4.2%)
2025
$17,022 (+5.0%)
2024
$16,209 (+4.4%)
2023
$15,533 (+3.3%)
2022
$15,034 (−9.8%)
2021
$16,664 (+1.5%)
2020
$16,425
2019
$16,425 (+0.6%)
2018
$16,327 (+2.4%)
2017
$15,941 (+7.5%)
2015
$14,835 (+3.6%)
2014
$14,318
2013
$14,318 (+2.1%)
2011
$14,029
2010
$14,029 (+2.4%)
2009
$13,703
Tax history for 1230 Lenox Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,736 (+4.2%)
2025
$17,022 (+5.0%)
2024
$16,209 (+4.4%)
2023
$15,533 (+3.3%)
2022
$15,034 (−9.8%)
2021
$16,664 (+1.5%)
2020
$16,425
2019
$16,425 (+0.6%)
2018
$16,327 (+2.4%)
2017
$15,941 (+7.5%)
2015
$14,835 (+3.6%)
2014
$14,318
2013
$14,318 (+2.1%)
2011
$14,029
2010
$14,029 (+2.4%)
2009
$13,703
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,827
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
300037532004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R2
Low-Medium-Density Residential District
It is the intent of the R2 Low-Medium-Density District to provide low density, single-family, residential neighborhoods which lie adjacent to, or among, one acre residential zoning districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Six Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater