A custom-designed and welcoming 4-6 bedroom Wynnewood residence that truly “checks all the boxes, ” offering a sophisticated yet comfortable lifestyle in one of Lower Merion’s most sought- after neighborhoods. Perfectly situated on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of the Main Line, 1436 Hillside Road combines timeless character, generous living spaces, and exceptional amenities for today’s lifestyle. From the moment you enter the leaded glass double doors, it is immediately apparent you are entering a very special home. The dramatic vaulted stone-walled foyer opens to the upper-level landing highlighted by an elegant custom brass and metal railing, creating a striking architectural focal point. The main level offers an ideal blend of gracious entertaining spaces and comfortable everyday living. The spacious Living Room features rich wood flooring, a stunning brick accent wall, and a corner fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the grand Dining Room with French doors leading to the rear patio and backyard oasis. The expanded and beautifully remodeled Kitchen is truly the heart of the home and a chef’s dream, featuring a large quartzite island, beverage center, mini office area, abundant cabinetry, and exceptional workspace. Adjoining the Kitchen is a sun-filled Breakfast Room with vaulted ceilings and Plantation shutters overlooking the beautifully landscaped grounds. Designed for both entertaining and relaxation, the fully fenced rear grounds offer a resort-like setting complete with a stamped concrete patio, heated swimming pool, built-in gas grill, and storage shed. The walk-out Lower Level serves as an exceptional Recreation and Family Room featuring porcelain tile flooring, a remodeled Powder Room, dramatic full stone wall with fireplace and slate sills, plus a wall of windows overlooking the rear yard. The Laundry Room includes built- in cabinetry, utility sink, and second refrigerator. Access to the attached Garage leads directly to the expansive three-car carport. The third level offers four Bedrooms, including the luxurious Primary Suite with professionally outfitted walk-in closet and renovated ensuite Bath featuring double vanities, quartz countertops, oversized shower, and tiled flooring. Three additional Bedrooms are spacious and well proportioned. The tiled hall Bathroom includes a double sink vanity and tub/shower combination. The top level provides incredible flexibility with two additional Bedrooms, one currently used as a home office featuring vaulted ceilings and skylight. A beautifully tiled hall Bath includes a Jacuzzi tub positioned beneath a skylight. Completing this level is a second Recreation/Family Room with dramatic vaulted ceilings, two Casablanca “Stealth” ceiling fans, dual skylights, storage closets, and surround sound wiring throughout the entire level. This inviting space is the perfect retreat for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying movie nights. Additional features include a large floored attic with cedar closet, beautiful wood flooring, recessed lighting, Plantation shutters, abundant windows providing natural light throughout, six- zone heating, and three-zone central air. Impeccably maintained and thoughtfully updated throughout, this exceptional home offers an easy flowing floor plan, spacious rooms, and the perfect balance of elegance, warmth, and comfort. Ideally located within award-winning Lower Merion Schools and just minutes to the R-5 train, Suburban Square, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, fine dining, Center City Philadelphia, and the Western Suburbs. Many furnishings may be available for purchase.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$323Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lynn Berger• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
•610-649-4500 (broker)
•wendy.civitella@foxroach.com (broker)
Listed by Harris Berger• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Wynnewood, located between Ardmore and Bala Cynwyd, is a residential and commuter-friendly Penn Wynne neighborhood with leafy streets and a compact commercial strip. Stone Tudors and brick Colonials line curving blocks, with pockets of mid-century apartments near Lancaster Avenue. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lancaster Avenue corridor by Wynnewood Road, where cafés, small grocers, and everyday services keep sidewalks active. Community pillars include the historic Bryn Mawr Film Institute, the Saturday bustle of the Ardmore Farmers Market, and the stage lights at People’s Light. Parks and school fields thread through the area, and SEPTA rail stations shape a walk-and-ride rhythm. Trails and creekside greenspaces nearby add a quiet, outdoorsy counterpoint.
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Market insights
1436 Hillside Rd · $1,579,000
DAYS ON MARKET
34 days
The average home goes pending in 18 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.3%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,579,000
Median sale price in this area is $608,319. (61% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
17% 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
Attic with attic/house fan
Jetted tub in bath
Walk-in shower
Breakfast area
Built-ins
Cedar closets
Ceiling fans
Crown moldings
Formal separate dining room
Eat-in gourmet kitchen with island
Master bath
Recessed lighting
Skylights
Sound system
Stain/lead glass windows
Upgraded countertops
Walk-in closets
Window treatments
Wood floors
Carpet
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the first upper level
Two bedrooms on the second upper level
Bedrooms include multiple upstairs bedrooms and attic access
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms on upper levels
One half bathroom on a lower level
Jetted tub and walk-in shower in primary/updated baths
Kitchen
Built-in microwave
Down-draft cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double oven
Self-cleaning wall oven
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Gourmet kitchen layout with island and breakfast area
Extra refrigerator/freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located on lower floor
Flooring
Hardwood (engineered wood and wood floors)
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Baseboard hot water heating
Heat pump(s)
Hot water heating
Natural gas and electric fuel sources
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio(s)
BBQ grill and extensive hardscape
Exterior lighting
Wood rear fencing
Landscaped, level yard with front and rear yard
Home design
Detached single-family home
Noted as excellent condition
Estimated year built
Walkout-level basement
Parking
Attached garage with inside access, side entry, garage door opener and additional storage area
One attached garage space
Attached carport providing three covered carport spaces
Total of four garage/parking spaces
Construction
Stone and stucco construction
Asphalt roof
Foundation described as other
Additional above-grade structures and a shed
Building not winterized
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Municipal trash service
Other
Not in a federal flood zone
Fee simple ownership
No horses allowed
Personal in-ground heated pool with fence
Electricity and solar
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