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890 Lantern Lane, Blue Bell, PA 19422
$1,390,000
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Property Description
***NEW PRICE*** An opportunity to own 6+ pristine acres in Gywnedd Valley. Penlyn Farm combines a classic, refined approach to living with all of the conveniences of modern life. Nestled on 6+ acres in the award winning Wissahickon School District, this equestrian estate was designed by renowned Philadelphia architect Edmund B. Gilchrist. The grounds are park-like with mature hardwood trees, scenic views and a gazebo for summer outside parties. In addition to the manor house is a renovated bank barn for horses, a regulation dressage ring, and post and rail fenced pastures. If you have always wanted to bring your horses home, this is a horse enthusiast's dream. Eight big matted box stalls, a feed room, a tack room, a H/C wash stall with heat lamps, a large lighted outdoor ring, ten grass or "dry" pasture choices and run-in sheds complete the equestrian side of the property. For those who appreciate timeless traditional elegance, the stately manor home, perfectly situated on the property, has retained many of it's beautiful original details. A few examples: the copper roof and four beautiful wood burning fireplaces, without sacrificing modern amenities like central air conditioning and updated bathrooms. Built in 1939 for E. George Lavino, a Philadelphia Industrialist, the property has only witnessed 2 owners in 82 years. Completely updated in 1980, this residence boasts 7 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half baths, a linen room, a cedar room, a butler's kitchen, a trophy room along with the other standard rooms found in a home with over 6000+ square feet of living space. When entering the oversized foyer you will instantly be drawn to the details in this house: high ceilings, the rich patina on the hardwood floors, a grand staircase, strategic room layouts, superb classic woodworking, detailed moldings, decorative fireplaces, gorgeous light and bathroom fixtures, and doors and windows arranged to enhance your view of the bucolic grounds. Much like many houses found in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy designed by Gilchrist, he designed rooms with beautiful windows and French doors to bring in natural light and nature into view from every angle. Gilchrist used exterior metals and metal designs to enhance his exterior architectural revival styles. This property is a 1 of kind estate, created specifically for entertaining and relaxing. Come and see the magic for yourself. Do you and your horse enjoy a break from training and ring riding? Hacking out to two local indoor rings, Horseways trails, Wissahickon Watershed trails, and Pennlyn Woods, it's as simple as ride out and ride in. Preserving the privacy and peaceful enjoyment of nature's undisturbed beauty on this estate is a Conservation Easement. Location, location, location: this property is close to so many amenities it is too numerous to mention all of them. A sampling of the surrounding area: Bluestone, Cedarbrook and Blue Bell Country Clubs, Germantown Academy, Gwynedd Mercy Academy, Ambler and local favorite restaurants, Gwynedd Valley Septa R5 train line to Center City, Wings Field, Routes 309, 476, 202, Starbucks, McCaffrey's and so much more. If you have been driving by this property for years and hoping it would come on the market in your lifetime, your dream just came true. This is an opportunity to purchase 1 of the most beautiful, classic, manageable estates in Montgomery Country! The property is also listed in residential: PAMC685356
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 890 Lantern Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,390,000
- Taxes: $23,066 (2020)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Farm Single-Family
- MLS ID: PAMC686178
- Added to Site: 1, 141 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Laundry, Mud Room, Other, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 3, Additional Bedroom
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Bar, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Washer - Front Loading
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 5
- Upper - Full Baths: 5
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
- Bedrooms Upper: 7
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Balcony Access, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Fireplace - Wood Burning, Walk-In Closet(s), Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 4, Upper 1
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 5, Upper 1
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 6, Upper 1
- Bedroom 5: Additional Bedroom, Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer, Main
- Living Room: Living Room - Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Main
- Sitting Room: Sitting Room - Wet Bar, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Flooring - Tile, Island, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Formal Dining Room, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Main
- Laundry: Main
- Other Room 1: Other - Breakfast Room, Built-Ins, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry, Main
- Mud Room: Mud Room, Main
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Monitored
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Balcony, Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Whitpain Twp (10666)
- Municipality: WHITPAIN TWP
- County: Montgomery
- Development Name: Gwynedd Valley
- Subdivision: Gwynedd Valley
- Cross Streets: Plymouth Rd.
- Driving Directions: Between Plymouth Rd and Penllyn-Blue Bell Pike
School Information
- School District: Wissahickon
- Elementary School: Blue Bell
- Middle School: Wissahickon
- High School: Wissahickon Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Zoned, Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Under Ground
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Georgian, Manor, Traditional
- Architectural Style: Georgian, Manor, Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Copper
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 8,700
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 6,173 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 6,173 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1939
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Bank Barn, Barn/Stable, Gazebo, Run-in Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Pasture, Trees/Woods, Creek/Stream, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 6.1
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 265,717
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Land Use: Corral, Shed(s)
- Zoning: 1101, 1112
- Fencing (Description): Split Rail, Invisible
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $259.19
- Assessment Year: 2021
- School Tax: $17,505
- City/TownTax: $2,604
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,955
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $813,820
- Tax Amount: $23,066
- Tax Year: 2020
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Buyer’s Brokerage Compensation: 2.5%
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: 2nd Refrigerator-mudroom
- Inclusions: Washer/Dryer As-Is
Listed by Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell, Wendy W Weber
Sold by Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill, Janice Manzi
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Schools
Schools serving 890 Lantern Ln
School District:Wissahickon School District
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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801 Symphony Ln, Blue Bell, PA 19422 | K-5 | 1.1 mi | |
500 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi | |
521 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 890 Lantern Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/17/2022
Sold
$1,390,000
-13.12%
MLS
1/19/2022
Price Reduced
$1,600,000
-5.88%
MLS
10/09/2021
Price Reduced
$1,700,000
-8.11%
MLS
6/16/2021
Price Reduced
$1,850,000
-7.5%
MLS
3/26/2021
Listed
$1,999,900
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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.
890 Lantern Lane, Blue Bell, PA 19422 (MLS# PAMC686178) is a Farm Single-Family property that was sold at $1,390,000 on May 17, 2022. Want to learn more about 890 Lantern Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Farm Single-Family real estate for sale in Blue Bell? You can browse all Blue Bell real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.