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18 BALA AVE Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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Key Details
Sold Price $580,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,500 sqft
Price per Sqft $165
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PAMC677536
Sold Date 02/26/21
Style Traditional
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,050
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1910
Annual Tax Amount $5,911
Tax Year 2021
Lot Size 7,863 Sqft
Acres 0.18
Lot Dimensions 52.00 x 0.00
Property Description
You won't believe all the unique details that span this completely renovated Main Line gem! Renovated in 2015, this 3,500 sq ft home features 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bath home includes a basement studio apartment with private entrance. This 110 year old classic attached asymmetrical stone home spans four floors. Enter 18 Bala Ave through the large front stone arched front porch into the living and dining rooms which are enlightened through wide triple arched windows. On the main level you'll find a well equipped kitchen including a stainless steel peninsula, granite counter tops, slate floor, two full size refrigerators, deep freezer, split top/bottom oven, electric range cook-top, stainless steel sink, dishwasher, a bar height corner office, pass through dining window and powder room. The dining room includes long granite counter tops, built in wall-to-wall cabinets, a small stainless steel sink and hidden second dishwasher. This spacious living room comes complete with a beautiful wood burning fireplace ready to use. The second floor opens up to the Master bedroom with an en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms, a hall bath, laundry room and a large storage space. In the master bedroom you'll find a walk-in closet and an additional two closets. The master bathroom boasts a shower, one tub, and heated floors throughout! The third floor includes three spacious bedrooms with ample closet space, a full bath as well as a hall closet and additional over-sized storage room. The basement is graced with a professionally renovated art studio; the perfect for your creativity to flourish. Additionally, you'll find a comfortable studio apartment complete with a full kitchen, full bath and laundry room. With its own private entry it makes this apartment space perfect for guests to come and go at their leisure. New heating and central air installed in 2015, plus the original hot water radiators throughout, with four individual thermostat controls and of course ceiling fans in every bedroom. Find yourself outside enjoying cocktails on your over-sized back deck complete with a custom pergola. The adjacent covered portico is great for bbqs (large double natural gas grill included) and outdoor dining. The backyard offers a detached double garage and garden shed for extra storage. Over-sized double driveway spans the length of the property. Gated and fully fenced in front and back yards. There is a community playground and tennis courts just across the street. Fun facts about this home- This home was originally built in 1910 for brother and sister families. 18 closets (including 5 walk-ins), 5 showers, 3 bath tubs, 5 toilets, 2 laundry rooms and 2 hot water heaters. This dynamic home is conveniently located only a minute walk to the train station and bus stop for a quick commute to center city Philly, or drive to City Hall in 10 minutes. 2 hour drive to NYC and Baltimore and an hour to Atlantic City, Lancaster, and Poconos and a mere 20 minute drive to the Philadelphia International Airport. Nearby to- City Ave District, St Joes, Fairmount Park, MLK and Kelly Drives, U Penn, Phila Zoo and Museum of Art (think Rocky steps) all within 10 minutes via Rt.76 Schuylkill River Expressway.
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Zoning UNK
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Mud Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Additional Bedroom
Basement Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partial, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
Interior
Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Air Filter System, Attic, Attic/House Fan, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Kitchen - Gourmet, Laundry Chute, Stain/Lead Glass, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System
Hot Water Multi-tank, Natural Gas
Heating Baseboard - Hot Water, Central, Forced Air, Hot Water, Programmable Thermostat, Radiant, Radiator
Cooling Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat, Whole House Exhaust Ventilation, Zoned
Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Heated, Laminated, Slate, Vinyl
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Brick, Mantel(s), Screen
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Water Heater
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Window Features Double Pane,Palladian,Screens,Storm
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Water Heater
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement, Has Laundry, Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Garage Spaces 1.0
Fence Picket, Privacy, Rear, Wood
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn
Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Accessibility None
Porch Deck(s), Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Private, Rear Yard
Story 4
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Community
Architectural Style Traditional
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Cynwyd
Middle Schools Bala
High Schools Lower Merion
School District Lower Merion
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 40-00-03304-004
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Israela Haor-Friedman • BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford