Enter stone and iron gates, over a bridge, and down a long enchanting drive to this classic Walter Durham 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bathroom home. Situated on 3.18 acres of secluded, lushly landscaped, and mature grounds with a babbling creek. Double door entry into a very large foyer with Italian Travertine floors that run throughout most of the first floor. The main floor primary bedroom suite is an oasis waiting for your arrival. The Great room with a gas fireplace offers an open airy design with tall 2-story vaulted ceilings, 2 sets of sliding doors opening to 2 patios, and a picture-perfect backyard. The expansive kitchen/breakfast room addition is fit for a chef and ready for entertaining. More access to another patio and rose garden. The upper floor bedrooms where no single detail was too obscure, and no room too secondary for the highest level of craftsmanship. The lower level features multiple spaces for entertaining including a bar, gym, and movie theater. This home is located very conveniently to all major roads and is in the Lower Merion school district. Features not to be missed are the whole house generator and 3 car garage. This home is truly a gem of the Main Line.
Stately, extensively modernized custom-built Walter Durham home boasting 5,800 SF of meticulously renovated living space & a park-like setting on 3.18 acres in Northside Villanova. Enjoy an inpouring of natural light & peaceful views of the lush grounds & greenery from plentiful oversized windows in this impeccable, thoughtfully-designed 6 BR 5.5 bath residence. A long tree-lined drive proceeds beyond a gated entry with stone pillars through exquisitely landscaped property with an enchanting running creek. The elegant interior is introduced by an airy Reception Hall with tiled flooring, crown moldings, a ceiling medallion & wrought iron/wood staircase. The foyer accessing a coat closet & formal powder room opens to the gracious formal living room with tiled floors & fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry. The dramatic great room is the ultimate setting for entertaining with a 2-story vaulted ceiling, tiled flooring, fireplace, curved flat-screen TV with surround sound, upper balcony, windows on 3 exposures & a dramatic window wall showcasing stunning views. Sliding glass doors on both sides lead to Zen-like flagstone & paver terraces. A huge formal dining room has glass doors to theflagstone terrace & is open to the gorgeous gourmet granite & stainless steel kitchen with custom cabinetry & butler's pantry. Sip a java at the center island or in the spacious breakfast room that also has doors to outside. The 1-floor master suite is a perfect retreat for starting & ending your day. The bedroom is brightened by windows on 2 exposures & glass doors to the paver terrace. A sitting area, built-in desk/cabinetry & marble spa bath with double sinks, Jacuzzi tub, shower, makeup vanity-ins & generous storage further indulge. Main & rear staircases ascend to the 2nd level where 4 sunny oversized bedrooms await, 1 with a sitting room & 3 with beautifully updated en-suite bathrooms. The finished lower level has all you need for quiet times or party nights with tiled flooring, a full bar with granite countertops & copper sink, home theater with stadium seating, recreation room with flat-screen TV & fabulous wine room. A room/exercise room, fully-equipped laundry room, 2nd room/BR with 2 closets & full bath complete this level. An attached 3-car garage directly accesses the kitchen. Other highlights include a new roof, water heater, HVAC, electrical, generator & much more!
BRIGHT MLS #1007987718
Feb 13, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2016
Listed
$2,295,000
$395/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007925344
Jan 12, 2016
Listing Removed
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Oct 20, 2015
Listed
$2,599,000
$448/sq ft
TREND #6031736
Aug 15, 2012
Sold
$1,472,000
$254/sq ft
Jun 29, 2012
Pending
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Nov 7, 2011
Listed
$1,950,000
$336/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003440359
Aug 15, 2012
Sold
$1,472,000
$254/sq ft
Nov 7, 2011
Listed
$1,950,000
$336/sq ft
Nov 7, 2011
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,704 (+4.6%)
2025
$37,003 (+5.4%)
2024
$35,110 (+4.4%)
2023
$33,646 (+1.9%)
2022
$33,022 (+2.3%)
2021
$32,270 (+2.5%)
2020
$31,482 (+1.8%)
2019
$30,926 (+1.9%)
2018
$30,360 (+1.9%)
2017
$29,790 (+8.4%)
2015
$27,469 (+6.0%)
2014
$25,915
2013
$25,915 (+3.1%)
2011
$25,147 (+4.0%)
2010
$24,182 (+3.6%)
2009
$23,351
Tax history for 1240 Arrowmink Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,704 (+4.6%)
2025
$37,003 (+5.4%)
2024
$35,110 (+4.4%)
2023
$33,646 (+1.9%)
2022
$33,022 (+2.3%)
2021
$32,270 (+2.5%)
2020
$31,482 (+1.8%)
2019
$30,926 (+1.9%)
2018
$30,360 (+1.9%)
2017
$29,790 (+8.4%)
2015
$27,469 (+6.0%)
2014
$25,915
2013
$25,915 (+3.1%)
2011
$25,147 (+4.0%)
2010
$24,182 (+3.6%)
2009
$23,351
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
723 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.18 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,804
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400001920002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
LDR1
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR1 is a low intensity district intended for detached single-family residential homes and the preservation of the existing estate character.