Set along Amherst Road in Lower Merion’s College Park neighborhood, this classic stone Colonial is a home defined by the rhythm of everyday life — spring mornings with magnolias in bloom, light moving through deep windows, and evenings gathered around the fire as the seasons change. Inside, the main level feels welcoming and comfortable, with a layout that supports both daily living and time together. The living room, centered around a wood-burning fireplace and bay window, serves as the natural anchor of the home, while a tucked-away office offers a quiet place to work without stepping away from the life of the house. The dining room and kitchen support everything from weeknight dinners to larger gatherings, with an easy connection to the backyard when the day moves outside. The finished lower level becomes the space people tend to settle into — a comfortable, all-season room for relaxing, watching a game, or spending time together. A place that naturally becomes part of the daily routine. Thoughtful updates over time — including renovated baths, updated systems, and significant exterior improvements — reflect consistent care and investment. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a calm retreat with a renovated bath and walk-in closet, along with three additional bedrooms, an updated hall bath, and second-floor laundry. A walk-up attic provides substantial additional storage. Outdoors, the property is shaped by mature landscaping, irrigated gardens, and a private backyard designed for both quiet mornings and evenings around the fire pit with friends. Set within a neighborhood known for its strong sense of community, with close proximity to parks, trails, the train, and Center City, this is a home that offers a rare balance of access and everyday livability — ready for its next chapter.
Under contract
$1,025,000
28 W Amherst Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
4beds
2,511sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
7,151 Square Feet Lot
$1,003,800 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 13 days |
- 2,287 |
- 130 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robin Gordon 610-246-2280,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford 6106494500,
Listing Team: Robin Gordon Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2177590
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
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 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Marble, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,511
- Total interior livable area: 2,511 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,511
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 7,151 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 62.00 x 0.00
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 400000584006
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: College Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bala Cynwyd
- Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $254,780
- Annual tax amount: $11,729
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,003,800
$954,000 - $1.05M
$3,808/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,025,000$408/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAMC2177590 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000+104%$408/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2177590 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2012 | Sold | $502,500-8.6%$200/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Listing removed | $550,000$219/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #5788223 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $550,000$219/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #5788223 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2011 | Listing removed | $550,000$219/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #5788223 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2010 | Listed for sale | $550,000+3.4%$219/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #5788223 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2005 | Sold | $532,000+117.1%$212/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/1996 | Sold | $245,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,027 +5% | $254,780 |
| 2024 | $10,501 | $254,780 |
| 2023 | $10,501 +4.9% | $254,780 |
| 2022 | $10,008 +2.3% | $254,780 |
| 2021 | $9,780 +2.5% | $254,780 |
| 2020 | $9,541 +1.8% | $254,780 |
| 2019 | $9,372 +1.9% | $254,780 |
| 2018 | $9,201 +3% | $254,780 |
| 2017 | $8,929 +3.4% | $254,780 |
| 2016 | $8,632 +3.7% | $254,780 |
| 2015 | $8,325 +3% | $254,780 |
| 2014 | $8,083 +2.9% | $254,780 |
| 2013 | $7,854 +1.5% | $254,780 |
| 2012 | $7,738 +5.6% | $254,780 |
| 2011 | $7,329 +3.5% | $254,780 |
| 2010 | $7,078 +5.3% | $254,780 |
| 2009 | $6,722 +5% | $254,780 |
| 2008 | $6,399 +3% | -- |
| 2007 | $6,212 +7.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $5,775 +3.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $5,561 +6.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,238 +5.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,948 +9.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,523 +9.4% | -- |
| 2000 | $4,134 +4.6% | -- |
| 1999 | $3,953 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19004
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bala-Cynwyd Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Lower Merion High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Cynwyd SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lower Merion
- 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.
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- Pennsylvania
- Montgomery County
- Bala-Cynwyd
- 19004
- 28 W Amherst Rd
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