Stunning Classic Center Hall Stone Colonial home in the Perfect location provides easy access to trains, buses, restaurants, Suburban Square and more! This move-in-ready home is located in Award Winning Lower Merion School District and falls in the Choice Zone (can choose LM High School or Harriton High School). The first floor features formal living room, formal dining room, den with exposed beams, brick floor, and wet bar with french doors to the patio, kitchen with 6 burner Dacor Stove, SubZero refrigerator, double sink plus butlers sink, granite countertops, plenty of cabinets/ large pantry, and a powder room. The 2nd floor has a large master bedroom with custom wardrobe and ensuite bath, second bedroom hall bath, 3rd bedroom adjoins the 4th bedroom/ study/ playroom and an ensuite bath with claw foot tub. Numerous updates have been made to this beautiful home including: brand new roof, new shutters, extraordinary master closet system, remodeled bathrooms, custom window treatments, granite countertops, stunning exterior landscaping & lighting, 3 zone HVAC, and so much more! The partially finished basement features a large laundry room, large space for a game room/ workout area, workshop and tons of storage. The backyard landscaping is spectacular and makes you feel like you are in a miniature Longwood Gardens during the warm weather months. Cobblestone driveway and Carport add to the charm of this classic home. Contact Listing Agent for full list of updates. NOTE: to get to 4th bedroom you must walk through 3rd bedroom
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$380Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Juliet Cordeiro• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Rachel Rothbard• Coldwell Banker Realty
Great Opportunity! Price reduced! Classic Stone Center Hall Colonial on lovely grounds with courtyards and winding walkways. This is a great opportunity to own a house on a 700,000 to 800,000 on a sought after Main Line street for a price considerably less. A few cosmetic updates and yours will be the most elegant on the street. Home has 3 bedroom suites (each with its own bath) with an additional room that could be used as a nursery, study, etc. A Gourmet kitchen: 6 burner Dacor Stove, SubZero refrigerator, double sink plus a butler's sink, granite countertops. A formal Dining Room with Plantation shutters. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire house. The family room has radiant heated floor, fireplace and patio doors to outside patio. The back stairs, which have been closed off, could be restored. Close to Center City by car or train.
BRIGHT MLS #1009274382
Jun 9, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 13, 2011
Listed
$849,000
$251/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,613 (+4.6%)
2025
$13,015 (+5.4%)
2024
$12,349 (+4.4%)
2023
$11,834 (+1.9%)
2022
$11,615 (+2.3%)
2021
$11,350 (+2.5%)
2020
$11,073 (+1.8%)
2019
$10,877 (+1.9%)
2018
$10,678 (+1.9%)
2017
$10,477 (+8.4%)
2015
$9,661 (+6.0%)
2014
$9,115
2013
$9,115 (+5.2%)
2011
$8,662 (+4.0%)
2010
$8,330 (+3.6%)
2009
$8,044
Tax history for 551 Hansell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,613 (+4.6%)
2025
$13,015 (+5.4%)
2024
$12,349 (+4.4%)
2023
$11,834 (+1.9%)
2022
$11,615 (+2.3%)
2021
$11,350 (+2.5%)
2020
$11,073 (+1.8%)
2019
$10,877 (+1.9%)
2018
$10,678 (+1.9%)
2017
$10,477 (+8.4%)
2015
$9,661 (+6.0%)
2014
$9,115
2013
$9,115 (+5.2%)
2011
$8,662 (+4.0%)
2010
$8,330 (+3.6%)
2009
$8,044
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
94 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,385
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
400022668008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
LDR4
Low Density Residential Districts
LDR4 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
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Carport Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Detached Carport, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Six Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven - Single, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer