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39 Union Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
$1,640,000
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Property Description
Welcome to 39 Union Avenue, a stunning Grand Tudor Revival home built around 1919, beautifully renovated preserving its original details and character. Designed for renowned local builder P.J. Lawler, this majestic residence boasts an intriguing past as a former speakeasy, and now offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. Push the heavy wood front door, flanked by two original lead glass windows and you are greeted by a generous foyer with a striking central staircase. To the left, the living room features original oak-paneled walls, a custom-carved wood fireplace surround, and a wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. To the right, you will find the dining room with its original crown molding and windows that overlook the side garden with its traditional Argentinian Asado grill as well as the front porch. The marble fireplace in the dining room makes it a perfect destination for a romantic diner, or any formal occasion for large groups of guests. The spacious kitchen is a chef's dream with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinetry made by a master woodworker in Lancaster County. The main countertop is soapstone, and the island is Danby Marble from Vermont and salvaged Hawaiian Koa wood. The original floor-to-ceiling built-in cabinets offer lots of storage space and character to the lavish kitchen. The bar, conveniently located next to the bank of French doors that lead to the back gardens, is custom-made using salvaged mixed wood panels and apothecary drawers from the 1800s. Past the living room, a glass-enclosed sunroom, with its solid 22-inch-thick stone walls, is a private oasis with large hydrangea bushes that keep it shaded and cool in the summer. The front porch, back patio and side gardens offer multiple outdoor living spaces, with an extensive Pennsylvania Bluestone patio lined in historic brick, a wooden archway and arbor, and a cozy sitting area with a custom steel firepit. The second floor features a very large bedroom with a walk-in closet, its ensuite bathroom with soaking tub and shower, as well as two bedrooms with recently built ensuite bathrooms, an office with wrap-around bookcases, and finally a marvelous north-facing room with huge windows on 3 sides overlooking the back patio with tree top view. That could be a perfect private office, playroom, Peloton room.... The laundry area is also conveniently located on this floor. Under the eaves of the third floor is the dreamlike main bedroom suite with a fireplace, a gorgeous spa-like bathroom with an oversized soaking tub, oversized double shower with rain head, and a double vanity. To complete this suite, there is the most amazing walk-in closet with a dressing area straight out of the trendiest store in New York! You can roll out of bed and go straight into the gym that is also located on the third floor. The basement reveals a speakeasy used during Prohibition, which is transformed into a family room with plenty of space for games, TV nights, as well as a gym area, and a very large storage room behind it. The built-in Sonos sound system can be found in the kitchen, two patio units and the third-floor bedroom and bathroom. There's also a programmed outdoor and indoor Lutron lighting system. To complete this house is a 2-car garage over which you will find a renovated apartment. Perfect for guests or as income producing rental. The driveway allows for multiple car parking. This home is truly one-of-a-kind, with every detail thoughtfully and expertly crafted.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 39 Union Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,640,000
- Taxes: $13,151 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: PAMC2066420
- Added to Site: 415 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Stain/Lead Glass, Stall Shower, Studio, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Wood, Non-Functioning, Marble, Mantel(s), Wood, Non-Functioning, Marble
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 4
- Upper - Full Baths: 4
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Area: Lower Merion Twp (10640)
- Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
- County: Montgomery
- Development Name: Bala
- Subdivision: Bala
- Cross Streets: Hazel Lane
- Driving Directions: located between Bryn Mawr Avenue and Bala Avenue on Union Ave. Park in driveway.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
School Information
- School District: Lower Merion
- Elementary School: Cynwyd
- Middle School: Bala Cynwyd
- High School: Lower Merion
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Tudor
- Architectural Style: Tudor
- Structure Type: Detached
- Architect: Savery & Scheetz (?) for P.J. Lawler
- Construction: Masonry, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Heated, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Windows
- Foundation: Stone, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Other, Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Windows: Wood Frame
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 5,032
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 5,032 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 5,032 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1919
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Carriage House, Guest House
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,324
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 128.00 x 0.00
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $342.81
- Assessment Year: 2023
- School Tax: $10,382
- City/TownTax: $1,376
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $1,392
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $328,620
- Tax Amount: $13,151
- Tax Year: 2022
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 5032
Disclosures and Reports
- Buyer’s Brokerage Compensation: 3%
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 282
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square, Cecile S Steinriede
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford, Andrea Robbins
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Schools
Schools serving 39 Union Ave
School District:Lower Merion School District
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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101 W Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 | K-5 | 0.8 mi | |
510 Bryn Mawr Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi | |
315 E Montgomery Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 39 Union Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/23/2023
Sold
$1,640,000
-4.93%
MLS
3/30/2023
Listed
$1,725,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
39 Union Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 (MLS# PAMC2066420) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,640,000 on May 23, 2023. Want to learn more about 39 Union Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bala Cynwyd? You can browse all Bala Cynwyd real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.