Don't miss this adorable cottage perched just above a bend in one of the most desired streets in popular Narberth. This single family home is a rare value in the incredibly competitive Borough real estate market. With a new coat of paint, and your own personal touches, you have the opportunity to make this home even more charming and further enhance your equity. This enchanting house features hardwood floors, a fireplace, vintage built-ins, molding and other architectural details, including beautiful arched doors to a bright, cheerful sunroom. The first floor has a living room and formal dining room, plus a full bath and a bonus room with vaulted ceilings, which could easily be used as a fourth bedroom, guest room, or office. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a tiled full bath, and then a walk-up attic, above, for ample storage. The yard is decent-sized, by Narberth standards, and there's a slate patio, private driveway and an oversized, detached garage out back. The few Narberth Borough homes that hit the market each year are always highly prized, not only because they are part of the award-winning Lower Merion School District, but also because the location is unmatched for walkability and easy commutes. Narberth's friendly community, beloved downtown shopping district and year-round events and festivals, make it a homeowner's dream.
Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
8,892 sq ftLot Size
$494Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cindy Ridgway• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
•610-649-4500 (broker)
•wendy.civitella@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Michael Duffy• Duffy Real Estate-Narberth
Charming! This Narberth single home is located on one of the lovliest streets in Narberth and sits back on a lovely lot. Walk to shops, train and dining. Hardwood floors, lots of original Architectural details, 1st floor bedroom w/ high ceilings and full bath. Lovely light filled Sunroom with huge arched doors that lead to the flagstone patio and gardens. Living Room boasts beautful wood floors and brick fireplace. Formal Dining Room, three bedrooms upstairs with white tile bath, attic is perfect for storage.
Public Records
Apr 16, 1990
Sold
$206,000
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,805 (+3.4%)
2025
$10,453 (+4.2%)
2024
$10,034 (+3.8%)
2023
$9,666 (−2.9%)
2022
$9,953 (+14.2%)
2021
$8,716 (+2.5%)
2020
$8,500 (+1.6%)
2019
$8,369 (+1.6%)
2018
$8,236 (+2.1%)
2017
$8,070 (+9.5%)
2015
$7,370 (+5.2%)
2014
$7,005
2013
$7,005 (+2.6%)
2011
$6,824 (+3.5%)
2010
$6,592 (+4.2%)
2009
$6,327
Tax history for 17 Shirley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,805 (+3.4%)
2025
$10,453 (+4.2%)
2024
$10,034 (+3.8%)
2023
$9,666 (−2.9%)
2022
$9,953 (+14.2%)
2021
$8,716 (+2.5%)
2020
$8,500 (+1.6%)
2019
$8,369 (+1.6%)
2018
$8,236 (+2.1%)
2017
$8,070 (+9.5%)
2015
$7,370 (+5.2%)
2014
$7,005
2013
$7,005 (+2.6%)
2011
$6,824 (+3.5%)
2010
$6,592 (+4.2%)
2009
$6,327
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
49 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,892 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
120003346008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Attic, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 49.00 x 0.00
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,507
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,951
County Tax: $684
School Tax: $5,895
Tax Assessed Value: $197,820
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $8,531
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: BELMONT HILLS
Middle Or Junior School: WELSH VALLEY
School District Name: LOWER MERION
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Haverford Ave to Shirley Rd
Municipality: NARBERTH BORO
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,892 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 120003346008
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Belmont Hills El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Welsh Valley Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Lower Merion High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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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 103° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Narberth, PA • 19072
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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69
48
56
39
42
28
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$707,000 – $856,000
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