Renovation has begun and this can ready this spring when the daffodils arrive! Opportunity awaits you in this renovation of this stone Cape Cod which will embrace a modern styling with an open floor flow. This home has the choice of a new construction (MLS# PADE499132) or a whole house gut renovation in a location close to Wayne and the beautiful open space of the Ardrossan Estate in Villanova. A 3/4-bedroom build out with 3/1 baths will complete this sturdy classic stone colonial cape. Neutral decor will delight in the newly expanded living spaces with top-of-the-line kitchen, marble bathrooms, beautifully refinished wood floors and designer touches are just what today's buyers crave. The newly added mudroom will include a cubbies and mudroom sink and access the Powder Room/Laundry area, side entrance, and attached 2-car Garage. There will be an option to add a third car bay if need be. A wood-burning fireplace is located in the formal Living Room. The renovation will include a choice of a main floor in the Living areas as well as an open kitchen/dining area and cozy study. The Master bedroom with walk-in closet and a spa-like Master Bath can complete this floor or there is the option of relocating the Master to the second floor. A finished lower level will offer a Bonus space brightened by recessed lights and your choice of room for a workspace, large TV/sitting area, studio/gym area or any other custom designed idea! This scenic property with rambling brook is far in from Newtown Road, offers highly ranked Radnor schools and just minutes from shops & restaurants in Wayne, Chanticleer, parks, schools, and train, with EZ access to corporate centers, the Blue Route, Airport, and Center City.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.83 acresLot Size
$495Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lori Paolino• BHHS Fox & Roach-Bryn Mawr
•610-527-0900 (broker)
•clientservices@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Rare and exciting opportunity to renovate this charming 1950s Cape Cod on a magnificent corner lot in a lush residential area in Villanova. Almost . 83 acres allows space and freedom to customize your dream property. Enter the flat driveway on beautiful Shadeland Road and arrive at this stone home loaded with charm and potential. Much original detail remains. Renovate the home in its present structure, work with the original footprint and build on from there, or start anew and plan a completely custom new residence. No matter the goal, the grounds provide a serene and impressive palate on which to work. Many homes in Radnor Crossing have been either renovated, added to, or razed and new construction built. Radnor Township School District, close to Encke Park, Radnor Trail, Chanticleer, Conestoga Swim Club, Radnor Valley Golf Club, Overbrook Golf Club, Aronimink Golf Club, Villanova University, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Bryn Mawr College, Rosemont College, Haverford College, Eastern University, countless private schools, shopping, dining, the Blue Route, center city Philadelphia, and the Philadelphia International airport.
Public Records
Mar 30, 1993
Sold
$275,000
$47/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE256658
Oct 1, 1992
Listing Removed
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Mar 17, 1992
Listed
$275,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,764 (+10.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2025
$37,926 (+3.8%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2024
$36,530 (+4.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2023
$35,081 (+1.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2022
$34,699 (+136.7%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2021
$14,660 (+70.6%)
$227,180 + $248,050
$475,230
2020
$8,593 (+2.9%)
$129,220 + $117,800
$247,020
2019
$8,351 (+2.0%)
$129,220 + $117,800
$247,020
2018
$8,187 (+2.1%)
2017
$8,015 (+4.5%)
2015
$7,673
2014
$7,673 (+0.1%)
2013
$7,663 (+3.5%)
2011
$7,402 (+4.1%)
2010
$7,113
Tax history for 501 Shadeland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,764 (+10.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2025
$37,926 (+3.8%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2024
$36,530 (+4.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2023
$35,081 (+1.1%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2022
$34,699 (+136.7%)
$227,180 + $1,579,570
$1,806,750
2021
$14,660 (+70.6%)
$227,180 + $248,050
$475,230
2020
$8,593 (+2.9%)
$129,220 + $117,800
$247,020
2019
$8,351 (+2.0%)
$129,220 + $117,800
$247,020
2018
$8,187 (+2.1%)
2017
$8,015 (+4.5%)
2015
$7,673
2014
$7,673 (+0.1%)
2013
$7,663 (+3.5%)
2011
$7,402 (+4.1%)
2010
$7,113
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.