Welcome to 517 Mercer Road, Merion Station in the highly desirable Lower Merion Township. This well maintained, beautiful stone front colonial has been updated throughout and lovingly cared for by the current owners. Upon entering the home you are welcomed by a charming, covered front porch with plenty of space to relax, read or entertain. The home is equipped with new windows throughout the main and upper levels. The welcoming foyer offers a coat closet and is flanked by a large Living room and Dining Room. The living room is the perfect room to gather with family and offers a cozy wood burning fireplace with mantle. The dining room has a beautiful bay window which exudes an abundance of natural light. Conveniently, both the Living Room and Dining Room both have access to the kitchen, which gives this home an updated floor plan with great flow for entertaining. The fabulous renovated kitchen offers newer stainless steel appliances with gas range and built-in microwave. Enjoy the freshly painted white cabinets and tile backsplash for an updated look. It is enhanced with new chrome lighting fixtures, stainless steel sink and connecting pipes and offers granite countertops, island and large breakfast area. There is plenty of storage space with a floor to ceiling pantry cabinet complete with built in shelving and an additional two storage closets and half bath. From the kitchen, you enter the private backyard through new sliding glass doors. The backyard is its own private oasis with a newly installed property fence, charming patio with pergola, freshly painted deck area and plenty of yard space for playing, gardening or entertaining. Also accessible from the kitchen is the finished lower level, complete with storage space, and laundry area with new utility sink. This renovated space could transition into a playroom, gym, office or family room. The upper level of the home has been updated with new carpet throughout, including the staircase, and offers a memory foam carpet pad for extra comfort. The entire upper level offers new, neutral toned paint and two renovated baths. The primary ensuite bedroom has plenty of windows and three separate closets, with floor to ceiling mirrored doors. The primary bath boasts tile floors, new vanity and beautiful marble shower with glass door. There are three additional generous size bedrooms that share an updated hall bath with new white tub and tile. The fourth bedroom offers a built in desk area perfect for an additional home office or bedroom. There is also additional storage space above the upper level. This home exudes charm and character and sits perfectly on a very desirable street in the Merion Park Neighborhood. It is one block away from the popular General Wayne Park and walking distance to both the Elementary School and the Middle School. It is a short drive to Center City and has easy access to major highways and public transportation and is surrounded by an abundance of shopping and dining locations. This home is true Merion Station Gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
6,500 sq ftLot Size
$482Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alison Holsten• BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
Welcome to 517 Mercer Road in Merion Station. This move in ready 4 Bedroom, 2 Full Bathroom, 1 Powder Room, 2,386 square feet, stone, Colonial home is located in the sought-after Merion Park neighborhood! This wonderful residence has a charming front porch, beautiful refinished hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout entire home. The updated open Kitchen has ceramic backsplash, granite countertops and Breakfast Bar, beautiful wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a fabulous open Breakfast Room. Spacious Family Room has custom built-ins and a Powder Room with a pedestal sink. There is access to an oversized tranquil wood deck, brick patio and a wonderful, landscaped, level backyard and shed. Generous-sized Living Room with large windows, crown molding, hardwood floors and a wood burning brick fireplace. Spacious, formal Dining Room has crown molding and chair rail. The Upper level features a Sizable Master Bedroom Suite with a renovated Master Bathroom with Marble counters and beautiful ceramic tile. There are three additional large Bedrooms with sizable closets and a fully renovated hall bath on the 2nd floor. Finished Lower Level Playroom, Office area, Laundry Room and tons of storage. Some of this home's upgrades include a brand new heating unit, water heater and AC unit; fully renovated basement with French drain and sump pump; completely renovated master and hall bathroom with new pipes, shower, vanity, flooring and fixtures. This home sits steps away to General Wayne Park where you can find tennis courts, fields, a basketball court and two playgrounds. All this and in the award-winning Lower Merion School District. Conveniently located near all major roadways and public transportation. This home is truly in move-in condition and on a fabulous street.
BRIGHT MLS #1007876630
Oct 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jul 20, 2015
Listed
$649,000
$272/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007834672
Jul 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 20, 2015
Listed
$665,000
$279/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003404031
Jun 25, 2007
Sold
$635,000
$266/sq ft
Mar 26, 2007
Listed
$635,000
$266/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 16, 2002
Sold
$458,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 7, 1994
Sold
$315,000
$132/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,938 (+4.6%)
2025
$12,369 (+5.4%)
2024
$11,736 (+4.4%)
2023
$11,247 (+1.9%)
2022
$11,038 (+2.3%)
2021
$10,787 (+2.5%)
2020
$10,524 (+1.8%)
2019
$10,338 (+1.9%)
2018
$10,148 (+1.9%)
2017
$9,958 (+8.5%)
2015
$9,182 (+6.0%)
2014
$8,663
2013
$8,663 (+3.1%)
2011
$8,406 (+4.0%)
2010
$8,083 (+3.6%)
2009
$7,806
Tax history for 517 Mercer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,938 (+4.6%)
2025
$12,369 (+5.4%)
2024
$11,736 (+4.4%)
2023
$11,247 (+1.9%)
2022
$11,038 (+2.3%)
2021
$10,787 (+2.5%)
2020
$10,524 (+1.8%)
2019
$10,338 (+1.9%)
2018
$10,148 (+1.9%)
2017
$9,958 (+8.5%)
2015
$9,182 (+6.0%)
2014
$8,663
2013
$8,663 (+3.1%)
2011
$8,406 (+4.0%)
2010
$8,083 (+3.6%)
2009
$7,806
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,386
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400036572009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
LDR4
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR4 is a low intensity district intended for detached single-family residential homes and the preservation of the existing neighborhood character.