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224 Waring Road

Elkins Park, PA 19027

4 beds
3 baths
2,325 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$239 per sqft
1953 build

-- Highest & Best Offers due by Friday at 5PM -- Welcome to this One-of-a-kind Mid Century Modern home built by the famous Philadelphia Architect, Arthur B White, on a lush half-acre lot located on the most picturesque street in Elkins Park. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has many recent upgrades and tons of unique MCM character, with an open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen features updates such as New Gas Range with Vented Hood and Tile backsplash, New Dishwasher, Silestone countertops, and floor to ceiling cabinets that provide more than enough storage. Blonde Oak hardwood floors lead to a large expanded living room, family room, a work/study area, and formal dining room with flagstone floor. The Renovated lower level features lots of additional space for a gym, recreation room or guest suite, Plus a laundry area with a New Washer & Dryer, and extra room for storage. The front of the home features New Windows, fresh exterior painting, and landscaping. This home has been lovingly maintained, with additional upgrades that include a New HVAC system with gas forced hot air + heat pump for efficiency (2021), New Hot Water Heater (2024), and custom built-in cabinets in the office (and throughout). This special home is located in an even better location: just a short walk to Ogontz Park, High School Park, & Tacony creek- with Creekside Market & Tap just a couple minutes walk further, along with Jalen Hurts' Foodchasers, and much more dining, shopping nearby. This home is tucked away, yet also convenient to all major roadways and public transportation. To top it off, the seller commissioned the late Joe Mooney, renowned and celebrated Sculptor of Philadelphia, to build the two metal sculptures on the property, named "Spring" and "Autumn," that perfectly-compliment this special 1953 Mid-Century Modern home. Interior photos will be posted once the listing goes Active approx 10/23/24.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 29, 2024 •

MLS# PAMC2119946 —

The Building

Year Built:

1953
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Levels:

2
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full, Outside Entrance
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

2325
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

2325

Interior

Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

2325
Living Area SqFt:

2,325 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Immediate

Location

Directions:

From Church Rd, North on Cedar, home on the corner of Cedar and Waring
Latitude:

40.07157000
Longitude:

-75.11840000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.48
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

125.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

20,750 Sqft
Zoning:

R4
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

1101
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

31-00-04381-007
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

001
Tax Annual Amount:

$12,909
Tax Assessed Value:

$190,900
Year Assessed:

2024
School Tax:

10150.0
County Tax:

914.00
City/Town Tax:

1845.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Bedrooms Main Level:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

3.00
Main Level Full Baths:

2
Main Level Half Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Natural Gas
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Schools

School District Name:

Cheltenham
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Elkins Park
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

1
Garage:

No
Type of Parking:

Driveway, Attached Carport
# of Attached Carport Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$556,661

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,980
Taxes	$1,075
Insurance	$153
Utilities	$361 See report
Total	$4,569/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/25/24 Oct 25, 2024	Pending	BRIGHT	$556,661
10/22/24 Oct 22, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$556,661

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This house located in Elkins Park, Elkins Park, PA 19027 is currently pending sale for $556,661. 224 Waring Road is a 2,325 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths. 224 Waring Road is in the Elkins Park neighborhood of Elkins Park and has a WalkScore® of 39, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Cheltenham High School, Wyncote Elementary School, Cedarbrook Middle School, and Elkins Park School.

Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT and BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut.

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