1636 Mount Pleasant Road, Villanova, PA 19085-2010 $1,595,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,412
Acreage: 1.19
Age:65 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Enter a home of timeless elegance and unparalleled charm with this exquisite stone colonial, perfectly situated on the scenic, country-like stretch of Mount Pleasant Road. This 4-bedroom, 3 full, and 2 half-bath masterpiece is in the Pennsylvania farmhouse style, where historic character meets modern luxury. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home’s stately presence and serene surroundings. The expansive grounds, lush with meticulously maintained gardens and a tranquil Japanese fishpond, provide a perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind residence. Here, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to offer an unparalleled living experience, making it a rare gem on the Main Line. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept family room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, flanked by a sun-filled breakfast room and a den. The living room, featuring a large window bench, is a peaceful retreat for bird watching or reading, with doors that open to a covered porch—perfect for hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening. The dining room, with its own French doors leading to the patio, provides an elegant space for gatherings. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite is a serene escape, complete with a Juliet balcony overlooking the lush, private backyard. The additional bedrooms are equally inviting, each with unique views of the surrounding greenery, enhancing the home's natural connection. The third-floor suite adds versatility as a guest room, a teen's private retreat, or a home office. This space, like the rest of the house, has been meticulously updated, including new windows, new plaster and paint, and a rebuilt septic and drip system. The lower level is finished with fitness and recreation areas, a powder room and laundry, and 2-car garage. Outside, the expansive flagstone patio, which has been completely re-seated, and beautifully maintained gardens invite you to unwind amidst nature. The property also boasts a recently renovated Japanese fishpond with a working waterfall, adding to the tranquil ambiance. Extensive landscaping has introduced a new grass clearing to the backyard and lined the driveway with forsythia, river birch, and butterfly bushes. The home has recently undergone numerous thoughtful upgrades, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. These include a 3/4" jumbo cedar roof with 50-year protection, 20-gauge copper flashing on the front pent, valleys, and rear dormer, European 6†20oz copper gutters with oversized downspouts, and Velux triple laminate skylights in the sunroom, and a state-of-the-art Bosche HVAC system with 3 zones has just been installed. The chimney has been repointed and flashed with copper, and new chimney toppers with rain hats have been installed. All downspouts lead to new underground storm laterals utilizing ‘schedule 40’ PVC pipes that daylight far from the building footprint in the pachysandra. A 20kw generator, new security system with surveillance cameras, high-grade mechanicals, replaced storm windows, newer septic and sump pump with battery backup will ensure your comfort and peace of mind at all times. The property by also features a new electrical sub-distribution panel, majority Lutron Decora outlets and switches, Panasonic exhaust fans with copper roof vents in all baths and upgraded gas service capacity with the meter moved outside the home. The driveway has been resealed, and significant tree work has been done to enhance the property’s natural beauty. This Villanova gem offers a unique opportunity to live in a home where every detail has been carefully considered, combining the charm of a classic fieldstone colonial with the comforts of modern living. It’s more than just a house—it’s a place to create memories, enjoy nature, and live life to the fullest.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Buyer Agency Comp*:
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, On Site Septic, 200+ Amp Service, Basement Laundry
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Built In, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Full Basement, Fully Finished Basement, Garage Access Basement, Basement Sump Pump, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring, Wood Fireplace, Skylights, Sliding Windows, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector
Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Masonry, Stone Exterior, Patio(s), Porch(es), Water Falls
Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Pond
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Public Elementary (23 schools)
Public Middle (5 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Black Rock Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Villanova | 1.3 mi |
Radnor Middle School | Radnor Township School District | 6–8 | Wayne | 3.74 mi |
Welsh Valley Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Narberth | 3.97 mi |
Upper Merion Middle School | Upper Merion Area School District | 5–8 | King of Prussia | 4.32 mi |
Colonial Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | Plymouth Meeting | 4.74 mi |
Public High (8 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Harriton Senior High School | Lower Merion School District | 9–12 | Bryn Mawr | 1.19 mi |
Radnor Senior High School | Radnor Township School District | 9–12 | Radnor | 2.51 mi |
Lankenau High School | Philadelphia City School District | 9–12 | Philadelphia | 3.54 mi |
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School | Colonial School District | 9–12 | Plymouth Meeting | 3.82 mi |
Lower Merion High School | Lower Merion School District | 9–12 | Ardmore | 3.96 mi |
Upper Merion High School | Upper Merion Area School District | 9–12 | King of Prussia | 4.2 mi |
Central Montco Technical High School | Central Montco Technical High School | 9–12 | Plymouth Meeting | 4.62 mi |
Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area | Norristown Area School District | 9–12 | Norristown | 4.68 mi |
Private (56 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Villanova (19085), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 26
- Average salary of people in this community: $126,791
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,451
- Household Size (ppl): 2.93
- Households w/ Children: 79%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 1,695 (85.0%)
- Rented: 129 (6.5%)
- Vacant: 170 (8.5%)
- Total: 1,994
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.1%
- Some High School: 0.8%
- High School Graduate: 4.6%
- Some College: 7.9%
- Associate Degree: 2.3%
- Bachelor's Degree: 36.7%
- Graduate Degree: 46.6%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $250,001
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Three Bedroom: $3,501
- Four Bedroom: $2,833
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