Storybook Charm Meets Modern Elegance in this Beautiful Home with Abundant Natural Light, Open Floor Plan and Generously-Proportioned Rooms. This special home will charm you from the moment you arrive with its handsome rooftops, classic shutters and rich greenery all around. Expansive, exquisitely-designed, light-drenched living spaces await, welcoming you with a dramatic 2-story Reception Hall. Hardwood floors, decorative moldings, fireplaces with marble/wood surrounds & paneling rising to the ceiling plus oversized sun-filled windows provide a luxurious ambiance. A convenient flow of space with an elegant living room, den with custom cherry bookcases & cabinetry, huge formal dining room with double tray ceiling, and gorgeous sun-bathed family room with 2 walls of windows & glass doors to the deck makes everyday living and entertaining comfortable in every way. The piece de resistance is the gourmet kitchen styled with granite counters, Kountry Kraft cherry cabinets with glass doors, tiled backsplash, premium appliances & large center island with seating. A huge open breakfast room with a wood-burning fireplace, bar & refrigerator connects the kitchen and family room + offers access to the outdoors and large deck. The bright bedroom level with a hallway skylight houses the huge master retreat, which is sure to impress with its vaulted ceiling, windows on 2 exposures, sitting area, walk-in closets & balcony overlooking the pool & grounds. The stunning master bath with a vaulted skylight ceiling indulges you with radiant heat marble flooring, a whirlpool tub & marble shower. Other features of this exceptional home include 2 mudrooms, a catering kitchen, home office, 3-car garage & spacious lower level with high ceilings, multiple windows bays, laundry room & recreation room. An extremely private property in a prestigious location affords access to the highly-acclaimed Lower Merion Township school system, Center City, Philadelphia International Airport, shopping & other conveniences.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
1.22 acresLot Size
$490Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Robin Gordon• BHHS Fox & Roach - Haverford S
•610-649-4500 (broker)
Bought with Lavinia Smerconish• BHHS Fox & Roach-Bryn Mawr
•610-527-0900 (broker)
•clientservices@foxroach.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #1003465573
Redfin Estimate
$3,461,672
$662K since sold in May 2026$700K since August
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This home's estimate is 28.4% higher than the average sale price ($2.70M) of 4 comparable homes.
Storybook Charm Meets Modern Elegance in this Beautiful Home with Abundant Natural Light, Open Floor Plan and Generously-Proportioned Rooms. This special home will charm you from the moment you arrive with its handsome rooftops, classic shutters and rich greenery all around. Expansive, exquisitely-designed, light-drenched living spaces await, welcoming you with a dramatic 2-story Reception Hall. Hardwood floors, decorative moldings, fireplaces with marble/wood surrounds & paneling rising to the ceiling plus oversized sun-filled windows provide a luxurious ambiance. A convenient flow of space with an elegant living room, den with custom cherry bookcases & cabinetry, huge formal dining room with double tray ceiling, and gorgeous sun-bathed family room with 2 walls of windows & glass doors to the deck makes everyday living and entertaining comfortable in every way. The piece de resistance is the gourmet kitchen styled with granite counters, Kountry Kraft cherry cabinets with glass doors, tiled backsplash, premium appliances & large center island with seating. A huge open breakfast room with a wood-burning fireplace, bar & refrigerator connects the kitchen and family room + offers access to the outdoors and large deck. The bright bedroom level with a hallway skylight houses the huge master retreat, which is sure to impress with its vaulted ceiling, windows on 2 exposures, sitting area, walk-in closets & balcony overlooking the pool & grounds. The stunning master bath with a vaulted skylight ceiling indulges you with radiant heat marble flooring, a whirlpool tub & marble shower. Other features of this exceptional home include 2 mudrooms, a catering kitchen, home office, 3-car garage & spacious lower level with high ceilings, multiple windows bays, laundry room & recreation room. An extremely private property in a prestigious location affords access to the highly-acclaimed Lower Merion Township school system, Center City, Philadelphia International Airport, shopping & other conveniences.
BRIGHT MLS #1007807552
May 8, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 16, 2015
Listed
$1,995,000
$282/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 8, 2004
Sold
$2,065,000
$292/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003380719
Apr 11, 2004
Listed
$2,065,000
$292/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAMC386238
Mar 31, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Nov 2, 1993
Listed
$1,250,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1993
Sold
$303,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$37,450 (+4.6%)
2025
$35,804 (+5.4%)
2024
$33,972 (+4.4%)
2023
$32,556 (+1.9%)
2022
$31,952 (+2.3%)
2021
$31,225 (+2.5%)
2020
$30,462 (+1.8%)
2019
$29,924 (+1.9%)
2018
$29,376 (+1.9%)
2017
$28,824 (−12.9%)
2015
$33,088 (+6.0%)
2014
$31,216
2013
$31,216 (+3.1%)
2011
$30,290 (+4.0%)
2010
$29,128 (+3.6%)
2009
$28,127
Tax history for 839 Mount Moro Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$37,450 (+4.6%)
2025
$35,804 (+5.4%)
2024
$33,972 (+4.4%)
2023
$32,556 (+1.9%)
2022
$31,952 (+2.3%)
2021
$31,225 (+2.5%)
2020
$30,462 (+1.8%)
2019
$29,924 (+1.9%)
2018
$29,376 (+1.9%)
2017
$28,824 (−12.9%)
2015
$33,088 (+6.0%)
2014
$31,216
2013
$31,216 (+3.1%)
2011
$30,290 (+4.0%)
2010
$29,128 (+3.6%)
2009
$28,127
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,199
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 5
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas Public/Piped
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type: Coal/Wood
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 11
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Colonial
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Stucco
Pool Information
Pool Type: Gunite
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MELVIN LIPMAN
Living Sq. Ft: 7,064
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,706
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: 20 X IRR 53187 SQ
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Type: Attached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 736
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 53,187
Legal Lot Number: 3
Legal Block Number: 13
School Tax District: LOWER MERION
Municipality Name: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Acres: 1.221
Front Footage: 20
Zoning Code: RA
County Use Description: RESID-SINGLE-FAMILY
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Neighborhood / Spot
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,064
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.22 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400041764208
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Black Rock Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Harriton Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
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
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$3.29M – $3.98M
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