1636 MOUNT PLEASANT RD Pending Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Villanova,PA 19085
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Pending
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,412 sqft
Price per Sqft $467
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PAMC2115624
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,412
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1959
Annual Tax Amount $18,306
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 1.189 Acres
Acres 1.19
Lot Dimensions 41.00 x 0.00
Property Description
Enter a home of timeless elegance and unparalleled charm with this exquisite stone colonial, perfectly situated on the scenic, country-like stretch of Mount Pleasant Road. This 4-bedroom, 3 full, and 2 half-bath masterpiece is in the Pennsylvania farmhouse style, where historic character meets modern luxury. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home’s stately presence and serene surroundings. The expansive grounds, lush with meticulously maintained gardens and a tranquil Japanese fishpond, provide a perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind residence. Here, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to offer an unparalleled living experience, making it a rare gem on the Main Line.
The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept family room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, flanked by a sun-filled breakfast room and a den. The living room, featuring a large window bench, is a peaceful retreat for bird watching or reading, with doors that open to a covered porch—perfect for hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening. The dining room, with its own French doors leading to the patio, provides an elegant space for gatherings.
Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite is a serene escape, complete with a Juliet balcony overlooking the lush, private backyard. The additional bedrooms are equally inviting, each with unique views of the surrounding greenery, enhancing the home's natural connection. The third-floor suite adds versatility as a guest room, a teen's private retreat, or a home office. This space, like the rest of the house, has been meticulously updated, including new windows, new plaster and paint, and a rebuilt septic and drip system.
The lower level is finished with fitness and recreation areas, a powder room and laundry, and 2-car garage.
Outside, the expansive flagstone patio, which has been completely re-seated, and beautifully maintained gardens invite you to unwind amidst nature. The property also boasts a recently renovated Japanese fishpond with a working waterfall, adding to the tranquil ambiance. Extensive landscaping has introduced a new grass clearing to the backyard and lined the driveway with forsythia, river birch, and butterfly bushes.
The home has recently undergone numerous thoughtful upgrades, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. These include a 3/4" jumbo cedar roof with 50-year protection, 20-gauge copper flashing on the front pent, valleys, and rear dormer, European 6” 20oz copper gutters with oversized downspouts, and Velux triple laminate skylights in the sunroom, and a state-of-the-art Bosche HVAC system with 3 zones has just been installed. The chimney has been repointed and flashed with copper, and new chimney toppers with rain hats have been installed. All downspouts lead to new underground storm laterals utilizing ‘schedule 40’ PVC pipes that daylight far from the building footprint in the pachysandra. A 20kw generator, new security system with surveillance cameras, high-grade mechanicals, replaced storm windows, newer septic and sump pump with battery backup will ensure your comfort and peace of mind at all times. The property by also features a new electrical sub-distribution panel, majority Lutron Decora outlets and switches, Panasonic exhaust fans with copper roof vents in all baths and upgraded gas service capacity with the meter moved outside the home. The driveway has been resealed, and significant tree work has been done to enhance the property’s natural beauty.
This Villanova gem offers a unique opportunity to live in a home where every detail has been carefully considered, combining the charm of a classic fieldstone colonial with the comforts of modern living. It’s more than just a house—it’s a place to create memories, enjoy nature, and live life to the fullest.
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom,Half Bath
Basement Full,Sump Pump,Garage Access,Fully Finished
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air,Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Carpet,Hardwood,Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood
Inclusions See Agent
Equipment Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Washer,Dryer - Front Loading,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Trash Compactor,Washer - Front Loading
Fireplace Y
Window Features Skylights,Sliding
Appliance Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Washer,Dryer - Front Loading,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Trash Compactor,Washer - Front Loading
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s),Porch(es)
Garage Built In,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access
Garage Spaces 2.0
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched,Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s),Porch(es)
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees,Front Yard,Pond,Rear Yard
Story 3
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Lower Merion
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 40-00-41960-003
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Security System,Smoke Detector
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard