Be prepared to fall in love! Amazing opportunity to own 1259 Fairacres Road in the established charming neighborhood of Rydal! This timeless, elegant home is nestled on the former site of the John W. Pepper Estate, a Gilded Age mansion with expansive gardens where a large remnant of the garden remains today! This breathtaking garden includes two large walls, one smaller wall, and a gazebo, all of which have been recently renovated to ensure that they last another hundred-plus years. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, neutral paint, and a completely rehabbed show stopper kitchen! The eat-in kitchen offers a dedicated area for a full dining room table, as well as bar seating, stainless steel appliances, light cabinets, granite countertops, chair rail, and recessed lighting. Each room is flooded with natural light, creating cohesive and bright living spaces. The formal living room centers around an exposed brick mantel fireplace and has french door access to the back patio. Finishing off the main level is a convenient half bath. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom has ample closet space as well as an ensuite bath with a walk-in tile shower. The remaining bedrooms are spacious and bright, and share access to a full hallway bath. This home is nestled on a quiet block within a great neighborhood and is the perfect place to raise your family. The location is superb, in the award-winning Abington school district, close to both the Rydal and Noble train stations, Abington Art Center, Wawa, Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, Whole Foods, and minutes from downtown Jenkintown and the diverse local restaurants and shopping it offers. It also has easy access to numerous parks and green spaces, including nearby Alverthorpe Park (only open to Abington residents). This gem will not last long, call to schedule an appointment today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$356Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeannie Bryers• Houwzer, LLC
•267-765-2080 (broker)
•mike@houwzer.com (broker)
Bought with Rachel Reilly• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Charming stone colonial, nestled on lovely grounds. Remnants of gracious garden walls, provide a backdrop for this lovely 3 Bedroom 2.2 Bath, move in condition home. From the moment one enters, the attention to detail is apparent. Hardwood floors throughout the home. Bright Living Room with brick fireplace and French doors to back patio, Dining Room with crown molding, beautifully remodeled Kitchen, & Powder Room complete the first floor. The second floor includes a large Master Bedroom with great closet space and Full Bath, along with 2 additional Bedrooms, Sitting Room and another Full Bath. Basement with 1/2 Bath is ready to be finished. Tons of storage space. New windows, driveway, thermostat. .. Located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Rydal, this quiet street is a great place to come Home to!
BRIGHT MLS #1003412893
Jun 25, 2008
Listed
$329,500
$181/sq ft
Jun 25, 2008
Listing Removed
—
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC491488
Dec 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 18, 2007
Listed
$459,900
$252/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC470908
Sep 14, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2007
Listed
$449,000
$246/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC471822
Aug 16, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 3, 2007
Listed
$449,900
$247/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC472288
Jul 2, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 9, 2007
Listed
$499,000
$274/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 9, 1999
Sold
$230,000
$126/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC392202
Apr 15, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Jan 20, 1997
Listed
$239,000
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 1995
Sold
$230,000
$126/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC290778
Dec 30, 1995
Sold
$255,000
$140/sq ft
Apr 3, 1995
Listed
$255,000
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,835 (+4.2%)
2025
$9,439 (+5.0%)
2024
$8,988 (+4.4%)
2023
$8,613 (+3.3%)
2022
$8,337 (+5.7%)
2021
$7,888 (+1.5%)
2020
$7,775
2019
$7,775 (+0.6%)
2018
$7,729 (+2.4%)
2017
$7,546 (+7.5%)
2015
$7,022 (+3.6%)
2014
$6,778
2013
$6,778 (+2.1%)
2011
$6,641
2010
$6,641 (+2.4%)
2009
$6,487
Tax history for 1259 Fairacres Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,835 (+4.2%)
2025
$9,439 (+5.0%)
2024
$8,988 (+4.4%)
2023
$8,613 (+3.3%)
2022
$8,337 (+5.7%)
2021
$7,888 (+1.5%)
2020
$7,775
2019
$7,775 (+0.6%)
2018
$7,729 (+2.4%)
2017
$7,546 (+7.5%)
2015
$7,022 (+3.6%)
2014
$6,778
2013
$6,778 (+2.1%)
2011
$6,641
2010
$6,641 (+2.4%)
2009
$6,487
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
117 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,824
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
300018596004
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: 2
Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access