Welcome to 1291 Thomas Rd, an exceptionally updated and expanded home set on a premium lot in the coveted Glenhardie neighborhood of Wayne and the top-ranked T/E School District. Much more than a traditional split-level, this home offers all finished living levels with short, easy transitions between floors, minimizing stair climbing while providing an exceptional combination of space, privacy and flexibility. What truly sets this home apart is the lifestyle it offers, with a private, resort-like setting designed to be enjoyed in every season. Imagine summer days relaxing around your own heated in-ground pool, cozy winter evenings by the wood-burning fireplace, morning coffee in the spectacular four-season sunroom, and effortless entertaining that flows from the sunroom to the deck, pool and expansive grounds. Beyond the fenced backyard and pool area is a generously sized side yard with substantial usable open space for recreation, gardening, play, pets and entertaining. A truly rare property that combines four-car garage capacity with a dedicated, professionally equipped private office, features seldom found together in a residential setting. Two separate 2 car garages provide exceptional parking and tremendous storage, along with two EV charging points. Tucked privately behind the detached garage is a true professional office setup complete with a glass writing board, dedicated heating and air conditioning and additional office amenities. Just steps from the home yet separated from everyday household activity, it provides an exceptional setup for professionals, entrepreneurs or anyone wanting serious workspace without sacrificing valuable living space inside the home. The covered front porch opens to a welcoming entrance hall with hardwood flooring, exposed brick and a skylight. The spacious living room features a wood-burning fireplace with custom built-ins and flows into the formal dining room. At the heart of the home is the beautifully renovated kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, granite countertops and center island, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a skylight. Just beyond is the spectacular four-season sunroom with tile flooring, exposed beams, skylights and three sliding glass doors connecting directly to the side yard, pool and newer deck with retractable trellis awning. The second level features hardwood flooring and a spacious owner's suite with two skylit walk in closets, an additional double closet and a renovated en-suite bath with an oversized steam shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms, an updated hall bath and the convenience of a second washer and dryer complete this level. The private third floor offers tremendous flexibility as a fourth bedroom, guest suite or second owner's retreat, with generous closet space and its own beautifully renovated full bathroom. The driveway level features an exceptional mudroom, cubbies, generous closet space, a renovated powder room and a well-appointed laundry room with sink and storage. The finished lower level, a rare feature among Glenhardie split-level homes, provides additional space for a family room, game room, home theater or fitness area and comes equipped with a projector and surround speaker system. Recently refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, plantation shutters, extensive hardscaping and numerous improvements further enhance this meticulously maintained home. A natural gas hookup has already been brought to the property by PECO. Ideally located minutes from shopping, parks and schools, 1291 Thomas Rd offers something increasingly difficult to find in Wayne: resort-like living, an expansive premium lot with room to grow, four-car garage capacity, two EV charging points, a true professional home office and exceptional indoor and outdoor living space. This isn't simply a home with more space. It's a home with more possibilities. Room to live, room to entertain, room to work and room to grow.
Wayne, located between St. Davids and Strafford, is a Main Line and rail-served Radnor Township neighborhood with a walkable downtown and leafy residential streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Lancaster Avenue at Wayne Avenue, where sidewalk patios, indie boutiques, and coffee counters keep the sidewalks active. Community pillars include the Anthony Wayne Theater, Terrain at Styer’s, and the Wayne Art Center. Stone colonials and Tudor revivals mix with newer townhomes, with pocket parks and mature trees softening the streetscape. SEPTA’s Wayne Station anchors daily routines, while the Radnor Trail threads a green corridor for walking and biking. Dining clusters along Lancaster Avenue, balancing date-night tables with casual takeout windows.
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Offer insights
1291 Thomas Rd · $1,249,500
$1.25M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.25M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
28 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
103.3%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Stainless steel appliances
Fully finished basement
Wood-burning fireplace
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the first upper level
One bedroom on the second upper level
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms on upper levels
One half bathroom on a lower level
Kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Laundry on both lower and upper floors
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Forced air
Baseboard electric heat
Heat pump(s)
Central air conditioning
Electric hot water
Exterior features
Rear fencing
Deck(s) and patio(s)
Personal pool
Home design
Detached structure
Five total levels
Parking
Attached garage with inside access and additional storage (2 attached garage spaces)
Detached garage (2 spaces)
Second garage (additional structure)
Asphalt driveway with space for approximately 6 vehicles
Total of about 10 garage and parking spaces
Construction
Frame, brick and vinyl siding construction
Asphalt roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Originally built (year source: Assessor)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Municipal trash not available
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Come for a swim or stay for a lifetime! This 4- bedroom, 2 ~ bath home is situated on a beautiful corner lot and accentuated by a gorgeous heated pool tucked away in a private back yard. Enjoy the summer month's poolside or take shade in the large screened-in porch off of the pool deck. When the weather cools off, enjoy the spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace. Also featured is an attached two car garage as well as a detached two car garage with storage above. All this is centrally located in the award winning T/E School District, close to Gateway Shopping Center and Valley Forge Park. Come and see for yourself!
BRIGHT MLS #1003527617
Jan 24, 2007
Sold
$532,000
$126/sq ft
Aug 16, 2006
Listed
$532,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 12, 2005
Sold
$510,000
$121/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003519687
Apr 29, 2005
Listed
$510,000
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,361 (+3.9%)
$73,000 + $217,300
$290,300
2025
$10,934 (+6.9%)
$73,000 + $217,300
$290,300
2024
$10,225 (+6.5%)
$73,000 + $217,300
$290,300
2023
$9,605 (+2.6%)
$73,000 + $217,300
$290,300
2022
$9,357 (+6.0%)
$73,000 + $217,300
$290,300
2021
$8,830 (+2.8%)
$73,000 + $206,260
$279,260
2020
$8,587 (+9.9%)
$73,000 + $206,260
$279,260
2019
$7,816 (+2.0%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2018
$7,661 (+2.5%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2017
$7,478 (+6.5%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2015
$7,024 (+2.4%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2014
$6,860 (+1.9%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2013
$6,734 (+3.3%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2012
$6,521 (+2.8%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2011
$6,343 (+2.1%)
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
2010
$6,212
$73,000 + $189,490
$262,490
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.76 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,888
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,888
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
4306E00390000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R1
Residence District
The R-1 Residence Districts are designed to provide opportunities for moderate intensities of residential development in areas which are effectively served with roads, sewer and water facilities that can support such intensities of land use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wayne, PA • 19087
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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67
48
55
40
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27
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Feb
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1291 Thomas Rd
$1,186,135
$63K under list price of $1.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.6M.