Cindy Ridgway's Lower Merion and Narberth New Listing Tour - Late March 2019.

If you're not following Cindy Ridgway's New Listing Tours, you're missing out on a great way to stay up on the real estate market in and around the Lower Merion School District.  Every week, Cindy tours new listings throughout Lower Merion and Narberth, and shares her notes about what she sees. By touring so many new listings on the local scene, Cindy keeps close tabs on everything that hits the market.  Better yet, with her deep ties to the community, she always gets the scoop on what's coming next! That's why Cindy's clients always have an edge. She knows what every local house is worth, and gets her buyers top dollar - and she lands houses for her buyers before most people even know they're coming to market!  If you need Cindy on YOUR side, reach out to cindy@lowermerionhomes.com. 

And one more thing - the market is moving so fast right now, that many of the houses listed may already be under contract. It's still useful to see them for a market overview, but get yourself on Cindy's radar if you need this info faster. Check back later this week for several brand new Narberth and "Near-berth" listings.

101 Windsor Ave; courtesy of: Duffy Real Estate-Narberth

Narberth Borough is just half a square mile across, and its small size means that there are often more buyers looking than homes available. There have been a few Borough homes for sale in this  Spring market, but there are definitely no bargains to be had! This 1469 sq ft, 3 bed/1 bath is listed for $390K, which is relatively low these days for a Narberth single. The right buyer will be one looking to make their own updates, but some upgrades have already been done.  There are a number of new-looking closets, some replacement windows and central AC. See more at 101 Windsor Ave, Narberth, PA 19072.

505 Merwyn Rd; courtesy of: Long & Foster-Haverford

This house is in a "Near-berth" neighborhood - it has a Narberth address, and is on a street just outside of the Borough. The 2030 sq ft, 5 bed/2 bath colonial sits on a third of an acre, with a great back yard with a patio and firepit, and an attached garage. It's nice inside, too, but don't fall in love. The home was listed for $700K, quickly received multiple offers, and went under contract. See what you missed at: 505 Merwyn Rd, Narberth, PA 19072. 

229 Avon Rd; courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Also under contract, in that same neighborhood on the Borough's edge is this 2280 sq ft, 4 bed/2.1 bath colonial, listed for $649,999. Outside is a newer driveway, with a detached garage, deck, shed and gazebo in the fenced back yard. It has an updated kitchen and Central AC.  Three bedrooms are on the second floor, and the fourth bedroom is on the third, with one of the full baths. This one is under agreement, but you can see the rest at: 229 Avon Rd, Narberth, PA 19072. 

613 Lafayette Rd; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Gladwyne

The next new listing on Cindy's tour sits on a half-acre lot in a Merion Station neighborhood, four blocks from General Wayne Park in one direction, and the Bala schools in the other. It's a 1627 sq ft, 4 bed/2 bath cape, listed for $565K. Updates include a newer kitchen, with granite and stainless, renovated bathrooms, a new roof, new furnace, and more. The Cape Cod style splits the beds and baths on two floors, which will appeal to some buyers. See details and photos at: 613 Lafayette Rd, Merion Station, PA 19066. 

625 Fariston Dr; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach

In the neighborhood by the popular South Ardmore Park is this 4 bed/2.1 bath colonial, listed for $649K. The updated eat-in kitchen has stainless and granite, and the wood-burning fireplace in the living room was converted to gas. Other notable features are the great built-ins in one of the second-floor bedrooms, and the updated baths. A finished basement adds more room for the kids.  See what Cindy saw at:  625 Fariston Dr, Ardmore, PA 19096. 

1437 Hillside Rd; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

Just a few blocks from the last one is this 2815 sq ft, 4 bed/3.2 bath stone colonial in Wynnewood, listed for $775K. There's a potential fifth bedroom, but it's currently serving as a master bedroom closet/dressing area.  The 1/3 acre lot features a driveway and an attached 2-car garage.  A finished lower level has a fireplace, laundry, powder room, an outside access. See the rest at: 1437 Hillside Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096. 

717 Sussex Rd; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

In that same Wynnewood neighborhood is this 3806 sq ft, 4 bed/2.1 bath brick colonial, listed for $750K. This home is full of updates from the past few years, like the garage-to-family-room conversion in 2013, a 2014 roof, and all new bathrooms in 2015.  The lower level is half laundry/storage/mechanicals, and half finished playroom.  See the photos and details at: 771 Sussex Ave, Ardmore. 

404 E. Wynnewood Rd; courtesy of: Houwzer LLC

Here's another "Near-berth" listing Cindy toured, in the Shortridge neighborhood just across the street from Narberth Borough. It's a 1493 sq ft, 3 bed/1 bath brick colonial, listed for $429K. You'll love the vintage built-in shelving and the hardwood floors in the dining room. You can't get much closer to Shortridge Park, and this home is close to two train stations. See for yourself at: 404 E. Wynnewood Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096. 

1508 Brinton Park Dr; Courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Those familiar with Wynnewood know that it's spread over a large area, with quite a variety of housing stock. This 2073 sq ft 4 bed/2.1 bath brick colonial is in Wynnewood's Penn Wynne neighborhood, near Wynnewood Valley Park, and a few blocks away from Penn Wynne Elementary.  Listed for $519K, it has an updated galley kitchen with white cabinets and appliances, and granite counters. One of the home's best features is the big family room addition on the back, with a cathedral ceiling, skylight, an exposed ceiling beam, and a wood-burning fireplace.  See more at: 1508 Brinton Park, Dr, Wynnewood, PA 19096. 

222 Rock Glen Rd; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

Also in the Penn Wynne neighborhoods, close to Penn Wynne Elementary, is this  1548 sq ft, 3 bed/1.1 bath, listed for $399,900.  It has an updated kitchen and a big master bedroom with a nice bath and wall-to-wall closets. The finished lower floor adds play space, and has access to the attached garage. See more at: 222 Rock Glen Rd, Wynnewood. 

376 E. Montgomery; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

This last Wynnewood home has also gone under contract since Cindy toured it. It's a 3160 sq ft, 5 bed/3.1 bath, just down the street from Lower Merion high School,  that had a list price of $800K. This house has a nice combination of older charm and newer conveniences: in addition to updated electric and new windows, the second floor laundry room has folding space and plenty of storage, and the mudroom out back has a dog-washing station. These amenities come with plenty of character, like crown molding, fireplaces and built-ins. This one is under agreement, but you can still see the pics and details at: 376 E. Montgomery Ave, Wynnewood. 

105 Linwood Ave; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

There were a few more Ardmore listings on Cindy's tour, in addition to that one on Fariston Dr,  above. Next up was this 3013 sq ft, 7 bed/3.1 bath, 19th Century Victorian, listed for $550K. It sits on almost half an acre just a few blocks away from Ardmore's exciting downtown. The home has seen better days, and will need a buyer with some vision to restore it to its former glory. It is easy to see the potential with the big lead glass windows, grand staircase, and other classic features.  Check it out for yourself at: 105 Linwood Ave, Ardmore.

2721 Morris Rd; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

This Ardmore home, over by Chestnutwold Elementary, is already under contract. It's a 1324 sq ft, 3 bed/ 1 bath twin, that was listed for $275K. It has hardwood floors throughout and a newer heater and replacement windows. There is plenty of room for expansion in the unfinished basement and attic. Many people add a full bath and convert these third floor attics into full-floor master suites. See what you missed at: 2721 Morris Rd, Ardmore.

669 Georges Ln; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Gladwyne

In that same Ardmore neighborhood is this 1280 sq ft, 3 bed/1.1 bath twin, listed for $269K. It has an updated kitchen with granite counters and white cabinets and appliances. There's a partially finished basement, with laundry and storage, an attached one-car garage, and a small deck out back. See more at: 669 Georges Ln, Ardmore. 

408 Youngs Ford; courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Gladwyne

This next one is on an acre+ lot, in a cul-de-sac, right around the corner from Gladwyne's quaint little village. It's a 2631 sq ft, 2 bed/3.1 bath cottage, listed for $963K. If two bedrooms isn't enough, there's potential for a third in a room that's being used as a den.  Plenty of beautiful things to this property, inside and out, including a kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters, and high-end appliances. Check it all out at: 408 Youngs Ford Ln, Gladwyne. 

317 Sagamore; courtesy of: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy

Just outside of Lower Merion, Cindy toured a few new listings in Havertown. First up was was this 1445 sq ft, 3 bed/ 1 bath,  halfway between Haverford High School and Chatham Park Elementary. This bank-owned handyman opportunity listed for $221K. There aren't many photos, but you can see details at: 317 Sagamore Rd, Havertown. 

559 Kathmere Rd; courtesy of: Wagner Real Estate

In Havertown's Brookline section, was this 2735 sq ft, 5 bed/3.1 bath Victorian. It was listed for $549,900, and is now under contract. It has a roomy quarter-acre+ lot, with big wrap-around porches, a patio, driveway, and a shed. The inside has hardwood floors and pretty woodwork details throughout, like vintage moldings, built-ins and bookcases. There's a big unfinished basement, being used as a workshop and exercise space. See more at 559 Kathmere Rd, Havertown. 

1016 Larchmont Ave

Last up on Cindy's tour was this 2904 sq ft,  4 bed/2.1 bath bungalow,  listed for $490,400. This Havertown home is temporarily off-market, but keep your eyes open for its return if you like it. Ask Cindy if you need info on: 1016 Larchmont Ave, Havertown. 

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