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139 BOOTH LN Haverford, PA 19041
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Key Details
Sold Price $2,400,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,416 sqft
Price per Sqft $323
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PAMC2112082
Sold Date 09/23/24
Style French,Colonial,Traditional
Bedrooms 10
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 7,416
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1915
Annual Tax Amount $42,910
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 1.198 Acres
Acres 1.2
Lot Dimensions 292.00 x 0.00
Property Description
Welcome to "By the Wood," a stately historic home located in the prestigious Northside of Haverford. This remarkable residence has been meticulously maintained and renovated over the years, preserving its architectural grandeur while seamlessly incorporating modern conveniences. The grand foyer welcomes you with beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, intricate moldings, and elegant rooms. The front-to-back living room features a marble fireplace and French doors opening to a covered porch, patios, and stunning grounds. Ideal for gatherings, this space is complemented by a large dining room with another fireplace and an adjoining butler's pantry. The well-equipped kitchen boasts a large eat-in island, gas cooktop, double ovens, and stainless-steel refrigerator, opening into a family room with views of a charming walled courtyard garden. Additional rooms include a cozy den with built-ins and a fireplace, and a spacious powder room. The home features a grand front staircase and a secondary staircase leading to a curved ceiling hallway, a sitting area with a Juliet balcony, six bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a sunroom. The main suite offers a marble fireplace, a walk-in closet, and an expansive bath with double sinks, a shower, and a soaking tub. A secluded sunroom off one of the bedrooms provides a serene retreat. The third floor includes four additional bedrooms, a hall bath with a clawfoot tub, and a large unfinished storage area with rooftop access, perfect for stargazing. Situated on 1.2 acres of flat, well-maintained grounds, this property features a cobblestone circular detail with a compass, a water feature, and a sweeping driveway with ample parking. The expansive side yard is perfect for games and entertaining, while the private rear brick patio, accessible from multiple French doors, is ideal for grilling and relaxing. This rare gem is within walking distance to the Merion Cricket Club, Haverford Square, and the station. Located in the award-winning Lower Merion School District, this home is the ultimate Main Line estate, blending historic elegance with modern luxury. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional property in a highly desirable neighborhood.
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Zoning R1
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer
Basement Full, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Attic, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood, Marble, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 5
Fireplaces Type Marble, Screen, Non-Functioning, Mantel(s), Wood
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Garage Spaces 6.0
Waterfront N
Water Access N
View Courtyard, Trees/Woods
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Parking Type Other, Driveway
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage N
Building
Story 3
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style French, Colonial, Traditional
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Gladwyne
Middle Schools Black Rock
High Schools Harriton
School District Lower Merion
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 40-00-19652-009
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security System
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Sarah West • Compass RE