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    • $774,000

    438 Old Lancaster Rd, Haverford, PA 19041

    3beds
    1,508sqft
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    $5,038/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1870
    6,205 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $513/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Egress to the backyardCovered front porchLovely wood floors throughoutAttractive dining room
    Location, Location, Location! Located in the delightful historic neighborhood of Haverford within walking distance of towns, parks, Merion Cricket Club, stores, public transportation, state and federal highways, and much more. This charming 18th century home has three bedrooms with additional closet space and one and a half bathrooms (3/1.5) and lovely wood floors throughout. This home oozes romantic charm throughout. It has a covered front porch, an attractive, formal living room and attractive dining room, with stepdown to eat-in kitchen. Behind the kitchen is a stepdown sunroom lined with windows on three sides with egress to the backyard. The living room and sunroom are lovely rooms for entertaining and relaxing. Stairs from the front door to the second floor are where the three comfortable bedrooms are located with ample closet space and one full bathroom. There is a full basement for storage and Bilko doors to the outside. The home provides good comfortable living at its best. Its uniqueness is its charm. (It is reputed that this home was the first home built on the street and at one time used as a polling place/post office.) Come Visit today; It won’t last long!!!
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    Listed by:

    Carol Ogelsby 610-213-2000,

    Compass RE 6109470408,

    Co-Listing Agent: Ali Deane Ogelsby Farrell 610-246-5970,

    Compass RE

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2193504MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s), Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Basement: Drainage System,Full,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,508
      • Total interior livable area: 1,508 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,508
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, On Street
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,205 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 55
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 400044268008
      • Zoning: R7
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Pitched,Shingle
      Condition
      • Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1870

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Haverford
      • Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $513/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $155,060
      • Annual tax amount: $7,330
      • Date on market: 9/6/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
      • Exclusions: See Listing Agent List Of Exclusions
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/6/2026Listed for sale$774,000+91.7%$513/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2193504 Report a problem
        12/16/2005Sold$403,700$268/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,711 +5%$155,060
        2024$6,390 $155,060
        2023$6,390 +4.9%$155,060
        2022$6,091 +2.3%$155,060
        2021$5,952 +2.5%$155,060
        2020$5,806 +1.8%$155,060
        2019$5,704 +1.9%$155,060
        2018$5,599 +3%$155,060
        2017$5,434 +3.4%$155,060
        2016$5,254 +3.7%$155,060
        2015$5,067 +3%$155,060
        2014$4,920 +2.9%$155,060
        2013$4,780 +1.5%$155,060
        2012$4,710 +5.6%$155,060
        2011$4,460 +3.5%$155,060
        2010$4,308 +5.3%$155,060
        2009$4,091 +5.1%$155,060
        2008$3,894 +3%--
        2007$3,780 +7.5%--
        2006$3,515 +3.9%--
        2005$3,384 +6.2%--
        2004$3,187 +5.8%--
        2003$3,011 +9.4%--
        2002$2,752 +9.4%--
        2000$2,515 +4.6%--
        1999$2,405 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19041

        Getting around

        73 / 100
        Very Walkable
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Gladwyne
        • Middle: Black Rock
        • High: Harriton Senior
        • District: Lower Merion

        Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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