Fully updated. Thoughtfully designed. Move-in ready. Welcome to 161 Rolling Road, a classic brick colonial nestled on a quiet loop in the heart of Bala Cynwyd that effortlessly blends timeless curb appeal with thoughtfully curated, designer-level updates. This home makes a statement from the moment you arrive. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, it delivers charming curb appeal from the outside and a fully updated, move-in ready interior that will exceed every expectation. Step inside and you will immediately feel the difference. This is not your average home. As you enter through the covered front entry, the open, flowing first floor has been thoughtfully reimagined. To the left, a spacious living room filled with natural light features a wood-burning fireplace and mantel flanked by wall sconces, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining alike. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining area, which sits just off the kitchen beneath a striking pendant fixture, bathed in natural light, with board and batten detail adding a polished, elevated touch. At the heart of the home is a truly one-of-a-kind kitchen. White custom inset cabinetry with brass Rejuvenation hardware, quartz countertops, a stunning tile backsplash, Elkay farmhouse sink with bridge faucet, panel Thermador refrigerator, 24" Thermador MicroDrawer, 36" Thermador range with pot filler and custom hood, and a warm natural wood island come together to create a space that is as functional as it is beautiful. White oak hardwood floors run seamlessly from the kitchen through the dining area and into the living space, creating an effortless, connected feel throughout the main level. The hallway, flanked by custom wainscoting and high-end lighting, leads to an updated powder room. A first-floor laundry room, a true rarity in homes of this style, has been fully transformed into a highly functional space complete with a farmhouse sink, beverage fridge, and custom cabinetry. It doubles as a mudroom entry from the attached garage and provides direct access to the backyard. Completing the first floor is a large, versatile bonus room, perfect as an office, playroom, family room, or whatever your lifestyle calls for. Upstairs, the primary suite features a generous walk-in closet with custom built-ins and an updated en suite bathroom with a dual sink vanity and glass-enclosed stall shower. Two additional bedrooms are well-sized with ample closet space, and the hall bathroom has been fully refreshed as well. The finished basement adds meaningful living space, featuring a true fourth bedroom with a large closet and a full bathroom, along with a family room area complete with a wet bar, custom cabinets, and wine fridge. A large unfinished storage area and a clean mechanical room complete the lower level. Outside, a large paver patio off the back of the home offers a wonderful extension of the living space, tucked into a private, lushly landscaped setting, ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding. From the interior to the exterior, no detail has been overlooked. During their ownership, the current owners have thoughtfully updated every room, including a completely reimagined kitchen and bathrooms, an added bedroom and bathroom, fresh paint, new lighting, replacement interior doors throughout, and so much more. For a complete list of updates, see the attached improvements list. Located in the award-winning Lower Merion School District with direct access to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, walkable to Cynwyd Elementary and Bala Cynwyd Middle School, and just minutes to shops, dining, major highways, and a quick train ride to Center City Philadelphia, 161 Rolling Road provides the best of Main Line living. Schedule your tour today! Note: Square footage is based on public records and estimated measurements. Buyers should verify square footage if desired.
Coming soon 05/14
$1,050,000
161 Rolling Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
4beds
2,596sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
10,400 Square Feet Lot
$1,099,000 Zestimate®
$404/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mara Elliot 781-492-8186,
Compass RE 6108223356,
Listing Team: The Lindsay Neuman Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2177350
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Attic, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Attic - Pull-Down Stairs
- Level: Unspecified
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Family room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Mud room
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,596
- Total interior livable area: 2,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,916
- Finished area below ground: 680
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Extensive Hardscape
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 90.00 x 0.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 400052544003
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cynwyd
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bala Cynwyd
- Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $404/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $245,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,279
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: All Kitchen Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer And Dryer
- Exclusions: Refrigerator In Garage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,099,000
$978,000 - $1.24M
$5,922/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/19/2018 | Sold | $499,000+25.1%$192/sqft |
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| 3/12/2013 | Sold | $399,000$154/sqft |
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| 8/10/2012 | Sold | $399,000$154/sqft |
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| 6/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $399,000$154/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,603 +5% | $245,000 |
| 2024 | $10,098 | $245,000 |
| 2023 | $10,098 +4.9% | $245,000 |
| 2022 | $9,624 +2.3% | $245,000 |
| 2021 | $9,405 +2.5% | $245,000 |
| 2020 | $9,175 +1.8% | $245,000 |
| 2019 | $9,013 +1.9% | $245,000 |
| 2018 | $8,848 +3.1% | $245,000 |
| 2017 | $8,586 +3.4% | $245,000 |
| 2016 | $8,301 +3.7% | $245,000 |
| 2015 | $8,006 +3% | $245,000 |
| 2014 | $7,773 +2.9% | $245,000 |
| 2013 | $7,553 +1.5% | $245,000 |
| 2012 | $7,441 +5.6% | $245,000 |
| 2011 | $7,047 +3.6% | $245,000 |
| 2010 | $6,805 +5.3% | $245,000 |
| 2009 | $6,463 +5.1% | $245,000 |
| 2008 | $6,152 +3% | -- |
| 2007 | $5,974 +7.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $5,554 +3.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $5,348 +6.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,037 +5.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,758 +9.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,348 +9.4% | -- |
| 2000 | $3,975 +4.6% | -- |
| 1999 | $3,801 | -- |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$6,309/mo
Principal & interest
$5206
Property taxes
$1103
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19004
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cynwyd SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Bala-Cynwyd Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Lower Merion High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cynwyd
- District: Lower Merion
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- Pennsylvania
- Montgomery County
- Bala-Cynwyd
- 19004
- 161 Rolling Rd




