1200 Montgomery Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034-1516 $785,000

Open House: Wed, Apr 16, 5:00PM-7:00PM; Sat, Apr 19, 1:00PM-3:00PM
Beds/Baths: 4/2.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,300
Acreage: 0.28
Age:127 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PAMC2134610
Subdivision: Fort Washington
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Professional photos coming soon! Step into timeless elegance with this fully renovated and freshly painted 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home, nestled in the heart of Fort Washington. Perfectly blending old-world charm with modern conveniences, this historic home offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of the past - without sacrificing the amenities that you've come to expect. Built in 1898, this home features bespoke millwork, high ceilings and unique architectural details that are simply not found in most homes today. As you approach the charming front porch, you'll notice the majestic and original front door which welcomes you into the light-filled two story foyer. Your eyes will immediately follow the hardwood flooring throughout the main level with a clear line of sight to the rear of the home. The thoughtful updates throughout effortlessly blend historical charm with contemporary flair. The eat-in kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances making it perfect for entertaining. Relish in the nostalgia of yesteryears as you sip morning coffee or dine al fresco in the screened-in rear porch addition directly off of the dining area. The living room is open to the kitchen providing good flow leading to the inviting study/office area, half bath and mudroom. Take one of the two sets of stairs to the stunning second level of the home. The luxurious primary suite addition compliments the original architecture, offering a tranquil retreat complete with office space and massive walk-in closet. 3 additional spacious bedrooms, 2 renovated hall bathrooms and a laundry room complete this level. The partially finished basement provides a great space for a home gym or recreation room with plenty of storage. And the dog friendly fenced in back yard with two generous garden beds will inspire anyone with gardening ambitions. With upgrades galore, this is your chance to own a piece of history worry free - as most of the work has been done for you. Complete renovation in 2014 with new roof, new windows, new plumbing, new wiring, new A/C unit, new Hardie Board siding, new addition and much more. Walkable to downtown Ambler, restaurants, schools and the Fort Washington train station - offering a quick ride for commuters to Center City. Award-winning Upper Dublin School District. Don't settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary. Schedule your tour today.

Taxes: $10,064
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Upper Dublin
Elem. School: Fort Washington Mid. School: Sandy Run High School: Upper Dublin

Features

Utilities
Baseboard - Hot Water Heating, Hot Water Heating, Radiant Heating, Radiator Heating, Electric, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Hot Water - S/W Changeover, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Upper Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Driveway, On Street, Private Parking

Interior
Combination Kitchen/Dining, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Full Basement, Heated Basement, Improved Basement, Interior Access Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Basement Sump Pump, Basement Windows, Hardwood Flooring, Stone Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring, Wood Flooring, 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, French Doors, Six Panel Doors, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector

Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Shingle Roof, Frame Exterior, Porch(es), Screened Porch/Deck, Exterior Lighting, Secure Storage, Sidewalks, Gutter System

Lot
Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Private Lot, Suburban, Garden/Lawn View, Wrought Iron Fence, Black Top Road

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Public Elementary (23 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Fort Washington Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Fort Washington 0.78 mi
Maple Glen Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Maple Glen 2.19 mi
Jarrettown Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Dresher 2.19 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Erdenhm Springfield Township School District 3–5 Flourtown 2.3 mi
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Ambler 2.45 mi
Shady Grove Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Ambler 2.54 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Enfield Springfield Township School District K–2 Erdenheim 3.24 mi
Fitzwater Elementary School Upper Dublin School District K–5 Willow Grove 3.24 mi
Roslyn School Abington School District K–5 Roslyn 3.64 mi
Whitemarsh Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Lafayette Hill 3.66 mi
Blue Bell Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Blue Bell 3.67 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 3.7 mi
Colonial Elementary School Colonial School District 4–5 Plymouth Meeting 3.98 mi
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 3.98 mi
Willow Hill School Abington School District K–5 Willow Grove 4.03 mi
McCloskey John F School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts an Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.34 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 4.4 mi
Highland School Abington School District K–5 Abington 4.54 mi
Simmons Elementary School Hatboro-Horsham School District K–5 Horsham 4.7 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.86 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 4.88 mi
Plymouth Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Plymouth Meeting 4.91 mi

Public Middle (5 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Sandy Run Middle School Upper Dublin School District 6–8 Dresher 2.05 mi
Wissahickon Middle School Wissahickon School District 6–8 Ambler 2.42 mi
Springfield Township Middle School Springfield Township School District 6–8 Oreland 2.43 mi
Abington Middle School Abington School District 6–8 Abington 4.39 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 4.83 mi

Public High (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Upper Dublin High School Upper Dublin School District 9–12 Fort Washington 1.12 mi
Springfield Township High School Springfield Township School District 9–12 Erdenheim 2.47 mi
Wissahickon Senior High School Wissahickon School District 9–12 Ambler 2.59 mi
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School Colonial School District 9–12 Plymouth Meeting 4.25 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 4.31 mi
Abington Senior High School Abington School District 9–12 Abington 4.39 mi
Hatboro-Horsham Senior High School Hatboro-Horsham School District 9–12 Horsham 4.74 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 4.89 mi
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia City School District 6–12 Philadelphia 4.92 mi

Private (41 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Germantown Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Fort Washington 0.4 mi
Early Learning Childrens Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 0.57 mi
Play & Learn Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 1.07 mi
Wordsworth Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Fort Washington 1.09 mi
Open Door Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Fort Washington 1.39 mi
Martin Saints Classical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Oreland 1.91 mi
Our Lady Of Mercy Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Maple Glen 2.4 mi
Whitemarsh Montessori Childrens House Nonsectarian Preschool–K Blue Bell 2.48 mi
St Genevieve School Roman Catholic K–8 Flourtown 2.54 mi
Carson Valley Childrens Aid Nonsectarian 8–12 Flourtown 2.55 mi
Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 2.66 mi
Twin Spring Farm Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–2 Ambler 2.79 mi
The Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Dresher 2.83 mi
Mount St Joseph Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Flourtown 2.86 mi
Spring House Early Learning Inc Nonsectarian Preschool–K Ambler 3.02 mi
La Salle College High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyndmoor 3.1 mi
Zipporah Abramson Center For Early Childhood Educational Jewish K Maple Glen 3.29 mi
Gwynedd Mercy Academy El Division Roman Catholic K–8 Spring House 3.33 mi
Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elementary Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Spring House 3.33 mi
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Presbyterian K–12 Erdenheim 3.37 mi
Nexus School Nonsectarian Ungraded Roslyn 3.59 mi
Martin Luther School Nonsectarian K–8 Plymouth Meeting 3.67 mi
Evan Thomas Institute Nonsectarian 1–4 Wyndmoor 3.75 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 3.76 mi
Holy Rosary Regional Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Plymouth Meeting 3.78 mi
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.98 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 4.07 mi
Ivy Hill Christian Academy Seventh-Day Adventist K–4 Philadelphia 4.09 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 4.17 mi
The Crefeld School Nonsectarian 7–12 Philadelphia 4.27 mi
St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lafayette Hill 4.31 mi
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Gwynedd Valley 4.44 mi
Kiddie Academy Nonsectarian K Horsham 4.46 mi
Plymouth Meeting Friends School Friends Preschool–6 Plymouth Meeting 4.62 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Horsham 4.65 mi
Our Lady Of Confidence Roman Catholic Ungraded Willow Grove 4.75 mi
Queen Of Angels Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Willow Grove 4.76 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 4.88 mi
Temple Beth Torah School Of Early Learning At Oyrt Jewish Preschool–K Abington 4.9 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Fort Washington (19034), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 29
  • Average salary of people in this community: $93,901

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 937
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.71
  • Households w/ Children: 63%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 1,627 (72.2%)
  • Rented: 393 (17.4%)
  • Vacant: 235 (10.4%)
  • Total: 2,255

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.

Total: 5,852
Households: 2,020
Median Age: 43.40

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 2.3%
  • Some High School: 1.5%
  • High School Graduate: 17.0%
  • Some College: 13.1%
  • Associate Degree: 5.2%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 28.8%
  • Graduate Degree: 32.2%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $126,198

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).

  • Studio: $2,158
  • One Bedroom: $1,053
  • Two Bedroom: $1,311

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Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (267) 435-8015, marianne.dillon@compass.com

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1200 Montgomery Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034-1516

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