This captivating property in Lafayette Hill offers the epitome of stylish, one-level living. Constructed in 1956, this Wissahickon Schist stone ranch home is perfectly situated across from the Whitemarsh Country Club. Upon arrival, you are greeted by a secluded, elevated front entrance, or you can choose to linger on the inviting open patio. This Sunken Living room features expansive 7x15 bow windows that provide a stunning view of the 11th hole on the golf course. The room boasts terrazzo floors with brass inlays and wrought-iron railings. A Carrera marble fireplace and hardwood flooring add to the charm. The formal dining room has wood floors and leads to a cozy breakfast nook. The newer, open kitchen features slate floors, granite countertops, and a Leather-wrapped Granite peninsula that seamlessly divides the kitchen and dining areas. All modern top of the line included appliances with a computer desk built in. A powder room is just outside the kitchen. The main floor sleeping quarters are conveniently separate and just across the patio area from the living area. The Main bedroom offers a picture window that overlooks the rear terrace, a walk-through closet, and a private bathroom. The home features discerning details such as marble window sills, modern doors with brass handles, and built-in speakers, controlled from the lower level. The Rear Patio and large Terrace sit just above the backyard and is central to all. If entering the outdoor entertainment spaces, use the living room doors, opening up to a beautiful bluestone terrace equipped with a stone grill and an awning for shade. This outdoor space is perfect for relaxing or entertaining and plenty of room for weekend backyard games on the lawn. A Finished Lower Level features a family room with a stone fireplace, built-in bookcases, a wet bar, and a full bath with a shower. It has a private entrance and is ideal for use as a media center, library, or fitness room. Also from the Basement which leads to a freshly painted, two-car heated garage. Newer doors. Some Exterior Features are the professional landscaped grounds, adorned with specimen trees, lovely gardens, and a rolling lawn bordered by Schist stone walls. The exterior boasts copper gutters and a copper bay window roof with beautiful weathered brass & copper. Situated close to the Cricket Club, The Morris Arboretum, Chestnut Hill College, and the Village of Chestnut Hill, this home offers easy access to the Wissahickon Trail and the PA Turnpike. It is just steps away from Philadelphia and is an extension of the quaint Chestnut Hill village, lively Ambler, niche Lafayette Hill, hip Conshohocken, and the shops and restaurants of Plymouth Meeting, PA. This mid-century modern home embodies elegance and comfort, making it a rare Value find in the PA Suburbs.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$359Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tom Higgins• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
•215-646-2900 (broker)
Listed by Ronan Higgins• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
•215-646-2900 (broker)
Bought with Nancy Matt• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
The quintessential "Madmen" house! Don Draper would love this place! Here you'll find one level living at its best! This stylish and elegant Wissahickon Schist stone Ranchette constructed in 1956 still has all the glamour and finesse of its time. Perfectly perched across from the Whitemarsh Country Club, the home faces east with expansive views of the golf course from all front-facing windows. A lavish 7x15 ft. bowed window in the living room washes the room with morning light and captures a picturesque view of the 11th hole. Terrazzo floors and steps with brass inlay reflecting the precise design of the wrought-iron railings, embrace the sunken living room with its beautiful hardwood flooring and Carrera marble fireplace. A wall of west-facing windows and double-doors open up to a beautiful and expansive bluestone terrace with a stone dual grill; ideal for your evening martini or dining alfresco. A spacious, formal dining room with wood floors leads to a cozy breakfast room and handsome kitchen with slate floors and Corian counter tops. Unwrapped and original, the bathrooms with white tile, vintage fixtures and vanities will delight you. The Master bedroom has a posh bowed window that overlooks the rear terrace and is complete with a walk through closet and private bathroom. Every room has discerning elements; marble window sills, original modern doors with brass handles, built-in speaker system, radiant heat and ample storage space. The basement level leads to a two-car heated garage and features a finished room with a private entrance, fireplace, bookcases, wet bar and full bath making it ideal space for a media center, library or fitness room. Shaded by specimen trees, lovely gardens and a rolling lawn with stone walls, the exterior boasts copper gutters and a copper bay window roof with weathered patinas. A "chip-shot" from The Philadelphia Cricket Club, The Morris Arboretum, Chestnut Hill College, the Village of Chestnut Hill, the Wissahickon Trail and the PA turnpike, this property is an intriguing study of its era, a snapshot in time, and a great home for Mid-century enthusiasts! Put a swagger back in your step! Call today! Note: Listing agent is related to property owners.
Public Records
Apr 1, 1977
Sold
$110,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,292 (+4.5%)
2025
$13,674 (+4.8%)
2024
$13,042 (+3.6%)
2023
$12,588 (+3.0%)
2022
$12,227 (+2.7%)
2021
$11,908 (+2.4%)
2020
$11,629 (+1.6%)
2019
$11,450 (+2.2%)
2018
$11,202 (+2.5%)
2017
$10,930 (+5.7%)
2015
$10,345 (+3.2%)
2014
$10,023
2013
$10,023 (+4.0%)
2011
$9,638 (+1.2%)
2010
$9,528 (+3.3%)
2009
$9,226
Tax history for 860 Thomas Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,292 (+4.5%)
2025
$13,674 (+4.8%)
2024
$13,042 (+3.6%)
2023
$12,588 (+3.0%)
2022
$12,227 (+2.7%)
2021
$11,908 (+2.4%)
2020
$11,629 (+1.6%)
2019
$11,450 (+2.2%)
2018
$11,202 (+2.5%)
2017
$10,930 (+5.7%)
2015
$10,345 (+3.2%)
2014
$10,023
2013
$10,023 (+4.0%)
2011
$9,638 (+1.2%)
2010
$9,528 (+3.3%)
2009
$9,226
*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
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
148 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,564
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
520017386004
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: 2
Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Marble, Stone, Tile/Brick, Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Slab
Main Entrance Orientation: East
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Metal, Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 148.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,564
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,250
County Tax: $1,325
School Tax: $10,357
Tax Assessed Value: $276,880
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $13,041
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Other
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: ROSE TERRACE
Directions: Heading east on Germantown Pike toward Chestnut Hill, turn left onto Thomas Road to #860. Home sits on the corner of Thomas Road and Rose Terrace (cul de sac)
Municipality: SPRINGFIELD TWP
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,564
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 520017386004
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Springfield Township Elementary School-Enfield
Public K-2 • Assigned • 1.5mi
Springfield Twp Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Springfield Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lafayette Hill, PA • 19444
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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
$875,000 – $1.06M
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