This great opportunity tucked away on a tree-lined street in the heart of Lower Merion, is a renovated 3-bedroom stone colonial single-family home with a personal driveway & attached garage offering the perfect blend of charm, function, and modern living—all within the award-winning Lower Merion School District. Updated under two years ago, this turnkey home features a renovated, open-concept kitchen: shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a nicely sized breakfast bar—ideal for entertaining and everyday life. The bathroom has been completely remodeled with sleek, modern finishes. Major system upgrades include a recently installed roof, central heating and cooling system, windows, gutters, water heater, washer/dryer, and retaining wall—providing low-maintenance living and peace of mind for years to come. Other features include a wood burning fireplace, original stairs, beautiful refinished hardwood floors, nicely sized flat backyard. Offers a true outdoor sanctuary. Newly installed stone patio ready for summer evenings of barbecuing and entertaining. Ample storage in the unfinished basement open to opportunities to create either a bonus living room, guest suite, bathroom, or home office. A spacious attic adds even more storage flexibility for growing households. Just steps from four vibrant local parks with hiking trails, tennis courts and wide open green space, and walkable to shops, train, library, houses of worship, Penn Wynne Elementary, this home checks every box for young couples, growing families, or empty nesters alike, looking for a move-in-ready home in a highly sought-after, low-inventory neighborhood—in an incredible price point. This is the place for you. Opportunities like this don’t come around often. Schedule your private tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,456 sq ftLot Size
$451Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Sebastian Jenkins• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Listed by Francesca Prieto• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Reid Rosenthal• BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
•215-546-0550 (broker)
•heather.petroneshook@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Gregory D'Amico• BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Once-in-a-lifetime Buyer's Opportunity!! Exceptional centre hall stone colonial in move-in condition with gorgeous hardwood floors, grand fireplace, central air, garage & large beautifully landscaped level lot in award-winning Lower Merion School District. Walk to FOUR public parks, including (a few doors away) the Remington Road Park with bubbling brook, playground, tennis courts and hiking trails. Walk to renowned Penn Wynne Elementary School, shops, train, library and Houses of Worship. Experience the joy, serenity and quality of life only this Classic stone Colonial on a quiet block on one of the best and friendliest blocks in Lower Merion Township can offer. One-yr Home Warranty included.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,883 (+4.6%)
2025
$7,537 (+5.4%)
2024
$7,151 (+4.4%)
2023
$6,853 (+1.9%)
2022
$6,726 (+2.3%)
2021
$6,573 (+2.5%)
2020
$6,412 (+1.8%)
2019
$6,299 (+1.9%)
2018
$6,184 (+1.9%)
2017
$6,067 (+8.4%)
2015
$5,595 (+6.0%)
2014
$5,278
2013
$5,278 (+3.1%)
2011
$5,122 (+4.0%)
2010
$4,925 (+3.6%)
2009
$4,756
Tax history for 257 Harrogate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,883 (+4.6%)
2025
$7,537 (+5.4%)
2024
$7,151 (+4.4%)
2023
$6,853 (+1.9%)
2022
$6,726 (+2.3%)
2021
$6,573 (+2.5%)
2020
$6,412 (+1.8%)
2019
$6,299 (+1.9%)
2018
$6,184 (+1.9%)
2017
$6,067 (+8.4%)
2015
$5,595 (+6.0%)
2014
$5,278
2013
$5,278 (+3.1%)
2011
$5,122 (+4.0%)
2010
$4,925 (+3.6%)
2009
$4,756
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,456 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,636
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400023096003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
MDR1
Medium Density Residential Districts
MDR1 is a medium intensity residential district including single-family residential homes detached, twins, and duplexes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
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Housing-Multiple units
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Covered Parking
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Secure Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Single, Stove, Washer, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, Air Filter System, Bar, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Flat, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Window Treatments
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Dining Room, Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
BBQ Grill
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 55.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,636
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $764
County Tax: $899
School Tax: $5,806
Tax Assessed Value: $171,230
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $7,536
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Central
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: LOWER MERION
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: .
Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,636
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,456 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 400023096003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Penn Wynne School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Black Rock Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
9/10
Lower Merion High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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, 6 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$701,000 – $848,000
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