Enter through the historic stone pillars and find this exquisite stone colonial in the idyllic and highly sought after Bowling Green neighborhood. This stunning home features all of the character of an older home with many of the updates today's buyers are looking for. Enjoy deep window sills, pocket doors, glass door knobs and exquisite millwork. Upon entering the home you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors and a beautiful foyer with sweeping staircase to the third floor. The eat-in kitchen features a breakfast nook, an island and is open to the expansive family room with gas fireplace. The kitchen has crisp white cabinets and stainless steel appliances. There is a classic butler's pantry that conveniently connects the kitchen to the gracious formal dining room. The living room features an oversized, wood burning, fieldstone fireplace with custom white mantle. There is a fantastic home office at the rear of the first floor with numerous windows and french doors to the back patio. The outdoor living space is highlighted by a gorgeous built-in fireplace, which allows for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. On the second floor there are 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and the master bedroom with sitting room/nursery and an en-suite bath. The third floor has 2 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. There is also a bonus room on the third floor which is currently being used as a den. It could also serve as a 7th bedroom or playroom. The third floor would provide an ideal setting for an au-pair suite or in-law suite. This incredible home is located in the Award Winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District and is within walking distance to the Media Borough and all of it's incredible shopping and dining options. It has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Easy commute to Philadelphia and Wilmington, DE and less than 2 miles to the train station. Come and see all that this quintessential property has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$222Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Meghan Lawrence• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
•610-651-2700 (broker)
Listed by Meghan Chorin• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
Understated Elegance. Charm And Character Of Original Construction. Completely Renovated Inside! Large, Spacious Rooms T/O. Gracious Center Hall Opens To Living Room With Stone Fp & Dining Room With Adjoining Butler's Pantry. Brand New Gourmet Kitchen With Corian Countertops, Island, Breakfast Room, And Ge Profile Appliances Open To Family Room W/ Fp , Morning Room, Powder Room And Study. Second Floor - Master Bedroom With Sitting Room, 'ultra' Master Bath W/ Aker Swirlbath, Three Additional Bedrooms, Two New Baths (One With Aker Swirlbath, One Jack 'n Jill) And Laundry Room With Utility Tub. Third Floor With Two Additional Bedrooms, New Bath, Cedar Lined Walk-In Closet And Storage. Partial Basement With High Ceiling, Outside Exit. Beautiful Yard With Mature Trees And Shrubs. No Cookie Cutter Houses Here. Each Property Is Unique! Please Do Not Drive-By This House To Exclude It. Must Be Seen To Appreciate. There Is Room For A Two Car Detached Garage To Be Built. Seller Willing To Consider Reasonable Offer.
BRIGHT MLS #PADE353532
Oct 31, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2001
Listed
$469,900
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1996
Sold
$352,500
$54/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE280776
Dec 14, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Nov 28, 1995
Listed
$352,500
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$36,957 (+7.5%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2025
$34,381 (+2.4%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2024
$33,572 (+4.1%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2023
$32,257 (+2.2%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2022
$31,572 (−33.0%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2021
$47,129 (+103.3%)
$162,960 + $702,250
$865,210
2020
$23,180 (+2.8%)
$122,080 + $277,920
$400,000
2019
$22,541 (+2.0%)
$122,080 + $277,920
$400,000
2018
$22,103 (+2.8%)
2017
$21,494 (+5.3%)
2015
$20,418 (+1.9%)
2014
$20,029 (+2.1%)
2013
$19,618 (+3.4%)
2011
$18,969 (+3.9%)
2010
$18,258
Tax history for 915 Truepenny Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$36,957 (+7.5%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2025
$34,381 (+2.4%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2024
$33,572 (+4.1%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2023
$32,257 (+2.2%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2022
$31,572 (−33.0%)
$162,960 + $778,670
$941,630
2021
$47,129 (+103.3%)
$162,960 + $702,250
$865,210
2020
$23,180 (+2.8%)
$122,080 + $277,920
$400,000
2019
$22,541 (+2.0%)
$122,080 + $277,920
$400,000
2018
$22,103 (+2.8%)
2017
$21,494 (+5.3%)
2015
$20,418 (+1.9%)
2014
$20,029 (+2.1%)
2013
$19,618 (+3.4%)
2011
$18,969 (+3.9%)
2010
$18,258
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.