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About this home

Nestled at 451 Mill Creek Road, this Gladwyne retreat offers the perfect balance of being a serene, private sanctuary that feels worlds away, yet sits just minutes from the Main Line’s best dining, high-end shopping, and easy commuter links. Tucked back on a lush lot, the home provides an immediate sense of calm and seclusion while keeping you firmly rooted in the heart of the prestigious Lower Merion School District. As you enter the main foyer you will be immediately impressed with the generous sized rooms and natural lighting which streams in from all of the oversized windows and skylights found throughout this custom home. The expansive living room anchors the home with soaring ceilings, large gas fireplace and a welcoming built-in wet bar with ice-maker and custom cabintry. The entire room offers glorious views of the lush and vibrant setting from the multiple sliding doors (4!) which provide access to the spectacular wrap around terrace. The large, light-filled dining room is a wonderful compliment to the living room and is ready to impeccably host your large gatherings. With each room offering access to the stately terrace, elevated outdoor entertaining and enjoyment co-exist seamlessly throughout this level of the home. The sprawling eat-in-kitchen features two islands, granite countertops, an expansive custom side-by-side Electrolux refrigerator and freezer, custom double wall LG ovens, a new Wolf range and induction stove, a designated beverage/wine fridge, two sinks, two dishwashers and a charming breakfast room with access to the beautiful brick and slate patio. There is also a huge walk-in pantry, a second powder room which was recently updated and laundry room. There is a separate entrance to conveniently access this functional and well designed part of the home, making unloading groceries a breeze. The main floor is also host to the expansive first-floor primary bedroom suite offering first floor living at its finest. This coveted space has sweeping views of and features a stunning gas fireplace, en-suite bathroom with separate wash closet, and anteroom with additional closets and open space that could easily be used as a home office, sitting room or nursery. This sprawling sanctuary offers true main-level convenience without sacrificing style, space or functionality. Upstairs, there are two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and a large Jack and Jill bathroom. The original builders of the home had planned to expand the second floor to add additional bedrooms, but enjoyed the natural light from the multiple skylights, however please note the possibility for expansion if more bedrooms are needed. The final show stopper of this home is the incredible walk-out lower level, which offers a powerhouse of options for the future homeowner. Filled with natural light, this impressive space is currently configured as a professional-grade home gym and family room. The footprint is so generous (as it originally housed an indoor pool), that it could easily be reimagined as a private indoor pickleball court, a world-class wellness spa, a massive additional bedroom suite or screening room. With a private entrance, the options are truly endless! There is plenty of additional storage on this lower level as well as two changing rooms and a full bathroom with a new shower. Among the many updates are 3 new HVAC systems (3 zones), an expanded and replaced driveway, and a new garage door. Outside, the serenity of the lush grounds, the soothing sounds of the waterfalls and colorful blooming flowers make this extremely private setting truly spectacular, yet you are minutes to the Ardmore Train station in Suburban Square, numerous Lower Merion schools and an easy commute to the City. Whether you are looking for a quiet escape or a well located home that can adapt to your elevated lifestyle goals, 451 Mill Creek Road, in the heart of Gladwyne, is a gem awaiting its next chapter.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3 full · 2 half
Living area
5,477 sq ft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential
Architectural style
Contemporary
Year built
1982

Lot & parking

Lot size
1.22 acres (53,002 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$246
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2180738
County
Montgomery County
School district
Lower Merion
Days on market
27 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
May 29, 2026Listed for sale$1,350,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

What this home really costs in taxes

Estimated at current rates

$12,968 / year

$1,081 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$12,968

School tax

LOWER MERION · 35.27 mills (2025-26)

$9,934

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$1,677

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025 — varies by municipality

$1,357

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $281,690 — well below the ~$415,260 its asking price implies at Montgomery County's common level ratio (30.8%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $5,506/year. Worth pricing in.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($281,690, 1996 base year) × current millage — portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only — verify with Montgomery County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Where it sits

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Data last updated: June 24, 2026 at 8:14 PM EDT

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