Introducing this custom Cape situated on beautifully manicured grounds. The grounds, mature landscaping, illuminated paver walkways and front porch truly set the tone for this one of a kind home. This exquisite Cape offers 4 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, arched doorways, custom moldings, 10 zoned heating and 3 zoned air conditioning. Both exquisite and warm, the details and selections of each room were chosen with intimate care. Enter the front door to a Foyer with tile floor and a double door coat closet. The Foyer opens to a spacious Living Room that has a bar area with custom cabinetry and a gas fireplace flanked by arched doorways leading to the Family Room. The warm and inviting Family Room is sure to be a show stopper with a Cathedral wood ceiling, wood beams, 2 skylights, a gas fireplace, a wall of windows overlooking the front grounds and a sliding glass door leading to a backyard patio. This room is perfect for staying cozy and warm on winter nights. The Family Room also has door access to the over-sized two car Garage with turf flooring, perfect for kids to play on and has access to storage space above the garage. Enter the formal Dining Room from the Living Room through a over-sized doorway flanked by arched openings. The Dining Room features a large picture window overlooking the backyard, wainscoting, chair rail and double door entrance to the Kitchen. The updated, eat-in Kitchen features tile floor, granite counter-tops, tile back-splash, double sink, pot filler, instant hot water dispenser, built-in drip coffee machine, a kitchen peninsula with seating, built-in Dacor microwave and oven, warming drawer, under cabinet lighting, an abundance of counter space and cabinetry. The Kitchen additionally has extra cabinetry and a wine fridge. There is also french door access to the large second backyard patio. This area is sure to be a popular spot during the warmer months. The patio is surrounded by brick walls, partially covered with lighting and has an automatic awning for additional shade and a gas grill perfect cookouts. The main floor, primary Bedroom has crown molding, hardwood floors, window seat, two arched doorways to a dressing area with custom built-ins and built-in vanity table. The dressing area opens up to a huge walk-in closet with built-ins. The en-suite Bathroom has a large stall shower with bench seating, a soaking tub surrounded by custom storage. The second main floor Bedroom features black walnut walls, wood beams and a large double door closet. Completing the main floor is a full Bath with tub/shower combination and linen closet. The second floor offers two very spacious Bedrooms with their own full Bathrooms and ample amounts of closet space. The finished Basement features a second Family Room or Media Room. The basement has an office, laundry area with sink, cedar closet, bathroom and a ton of storage space. In addition this home features a generator, 17 zoned sprinkler system, shed, underground drainage system, built-in basketball net, outdoor speaker system and so much more! There is also a 10 acre park across the street that helps create a serene and private setting for this home. This amazing Cape was designed for year round entertaining. Do not miss this great opportunity to own a home in a wonderful area that has so much to offer in schools, restaurants and parks.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
1.52 acresLot Size
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Constance Berg• BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
This is a gem! Custom built Cape with superb workmanship & finest quality throughout. Among the many superb features are extensive moldings, hardwood & tile flooring, arched doorways, bay windows, many built ins, 10 zoned heating, 3 zoned central air, Pella windows. New kitchen with only the best quality cabinetry, high end appliances & granite countertops. The living room has a gas fireplace & built in bar. The family room also has a gas fireplace, cathedral ceiling & skylight. Both the kitchen & family room have easy access to the beautiful brick patios. One has a covered awning while the other offers a gas grill. The master BR has an amazing room size walk in closet & a steam shower. The 2nd BR, presently being used as an office, features rare black walnut paneling. Upstairs are 2 BR suites with private baths. Downstairs is a beautifully finished media room. Lovely quiet country setting across from 10 acre park. Mature landscaping, specimen plantings, 18 zoned sprinkler system, garden house. Perfection!
BRIGHT MLS #1008476880
Apr 1, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 26, 2008
Listed
$899,900
$228/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003378211
Jun 28, 2001
Sold
$680,000
$172/sq ft
Feb 24, 2001
Listed
$680,000
$172/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC414664
Oct 18, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jan 18, 1999
Listed
$699,000
$177/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC405874
Jul 12, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 13, 1998
Listed
$749,000
$190/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1984
Sold
$250,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,742 (+4.2%)
2025
$18,947 (+5.0%)
2024
$18,041 (+4.4%)
2023
$17,289 (+3.3%)
2022
$16,734 (+5.7%)
2021
$15,834 (+1.5%)
2020
$15,607
2019
$15,607 (+0.6%)
2018
$15,514 (+2.4%)
2017
$15,147 (+7.5%)
2015
$14,096 (+3.6%)
2014
$13,605
2013
$13,605 (+2.1%)
2011
$13,330
2010
$13,330 (+2.4%)
2009
$13,021
Tax history for 1605 Amity Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,742 (+4.2%)
2025
$18,947 (+5.0%)
2024
$18,041 (+4.4%)
2023
$17,289 (+3.3%)
2022
$16,734 (+5.7%)
2021
$15,834 (+1.5%)
2020
$15,607
2019
$15,607 (+0.6%)
2018
$15,514 (+2.4%)
2017
$15,147 (+7.5%)
2015
$14,096 (+3.6%)
2014
$13,605
2013
$13,605 (+2.1%)
2011
$13,330
2010
$13,330 (+2.4%)
2009
$13,021
*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
5
Stories
3
Lot width
197 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
66,400
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,947
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
300000784005
Parking Spaces
8
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 19, 2023.
R1
Low-Density Residential District
It is the intent of the R-1 Low-Density Residential District to provide low density, single-family neighborhoods.
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: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access, Oversized