An exceptional contemporary residence set on 1.35 level acres at the end of a quiet Villanova cul-de-sac. Defined by light, volume, and clean architectural lines, the home combines striking design with comfortable everyday living. Varied rooflines, walls of glass, and a warm cedar-and-stone exterior create a distinctive presence amid mature, professionally landscaped grounds. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer introduces the home’s signature floating staircase, which rises to a gallery balcony overlooking the main living spaces. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and clerestory windows fill the living and dining rooms with natural light, while hardwood floors and an open flow create an inviting setting for both daily life and entertaining. Stone columns frame the kitchen, where white cabinetry, granite countertops, and newer Viking appliances bring a fresh, modern sensibility. Glass sliders connect the interior living spaces to the expansive deck and grounds beyond. The upper level features four bedrooms, including a private primary suite with a renovated bath. A beautifully updated hall bath serves the additional bedrooms. The finished lower level provides flexible space for recreation, media, fitness, work-from-home needs, or overnight guests. Outside, the home opens fully to its remarkable setting. A broad composite deck overlooks an expansive, level rear lawn framed by mature trees, creating a private backdrop for gatherings large and small. Whether hosting family and friends, enjoying summer evenings outdoors, watching fireflies drift across the backyard, or simply taking in the beauty of the changing seasons, the property offers a rare connection to its surroundings. A distinctive contemporary that balances architectural character, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and exceptional privacy, all within the award-winning Lower Merion School District and just minutes from schools, major roadways, and the amenities of the Main Line.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
1.35 acresLot Size
$272Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robin Gordon• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Villanova, located between Bryn Mawr and Wayne, is a Main Line and collegiate Radnor Township neighborhood with stone manors and leafy rail-side lanes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Lancaster Avenue at Ithan Avenue, where coffee counters, small eateries, and campus-day foot traffic set a steady rhythm. Villanova University’s Gothic halls and athletic venues shape the streetscape, while the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Line threads through at Villanova Station. Residential blocks mix Tudor Revival, Colonial, and mid-century homes behind mature trees and fieldstone walls. Chanticleer Garden and the Radnor Trail add a green counterpoint to the academic core.
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Market insights
780 Panorama Rd · $1,250,000
DAYS ON MARKET
53 days
The average home goes pending in 19 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
103.0%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,250,000
Median sale price in this area is $613,371. (51% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Master bath(s)
Kitchen island
Skylights
Ceiling fans
Stain/lead glass
Breakfast area
Cathedral ceilings
9'+ ceilings
High ceilings
Has fireplace (1)
Bedrooms
One bedroom on the first upper level
Three bedrooms on the second upper level
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
One half bathroom
One full bathroom on the first lower level
Kitchen
Built-in range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Kitchen island
Laundry & utility
Main floor laundry
Flooring
Wood
Fully carpeted
Tile/brick
Marble
Heating & cooling
Zoned heating
Forced air heating
Electric heating fuel
Central air conditioning
Electric cooling
Exterior features
Lawn sprinkler system
Exterior lighting
Deck(s)
Balcony
Located on a cul-de-sac
Level lot
Home design
Detached property
Pitched roof
Above-grade and below-grade outdoor structures
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with side entry, garage door opener and inside access
Driveway parking
Construction
Stucco, wood siding and stone exterior
Concrete perimeter foundation
Year built (assessor source)
Utilities
Public water
On-site septic
Cable TV available
Electric hot water
Other
Fee simple ownership
Property condition: Very good
Not in a federal flood zone
Finished below-grade area (estimated)
Finished above-grade area (estimated)
Electricity and solar
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Gorgeous northside Villanova contemporary home on a cul-de-sac and on over a picturesque acre of land. This home boasts a two story foyer, a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops with oversized kitchen island, a breakfast bar with columns that open to the cozy family room with stone fireplace. Living room and dining room with skylights and vaulted ceiling, glass doors that lead to the spacious deck overlooking the scenic backyard. Master suite with balcony, marble and mirrored bath and whirlpool tub. Three additional bedrooms and hall bath. Finished lower level with entertainment center, gym, office with french doors, full bath, cedar-lined storage closet. 1 year old heating and A/C units, fully wired for computer network, professionally landscaped, 8 zoned sprinkler system, public sewer available and a 1 year home warranty is included. Property is in the award winning Lower Merion schools. Seller is offering $5000 towards buyers closing costs.
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC484258
Aug 2, 2007
Listing Removed
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Feb 26, 2007
Listed
$899,000
$195/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 1995
Sold
$309,000
$67/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC322458
May 19, 1995
Listed
$309,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 16, 1988
Sold
$393,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1983
Sold
$378,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,139 (+4.6%)
2025
$19,253 (+5.4%)
2024
$18,268 (+4.4%)
2023
$17,507 (+1.9%)
2022
$17,182 (+2.3%)
2021
$16,791 (+2.5%)
2020
$16,381 (+1.8%)
2019
$16,092 (+1.9%)
2018
$15,797 (+1.9%)
2017
$15,500 (+8.4%)
2015
$14,293 (+6.0%)
2014
$13,484
2013
$13,484 (+3.1%)
2011
$13,084 (+4.0%)
2010
$12,582 (+3.6%)
2009
$12,150
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
167 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,047
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,047
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400045609206
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
LDR2
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR2 is a low intensity district intended for detached single-family residential homes and the preservation of the existing neighborhood character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Villanova, PA • 19085
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 780 Panorama Rd
$1,234,561
$15K under list price of $1.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $665K to $1.4M.