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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS Main Line location in Radnor Township Radnor School District 2.66-acre private homesite surrounded by mature woodland 5,500± sqft Main House and 550± sqft Pool House Mid-Century Modern residence Rear-facing architectural façade oriented toward the natural landscape Walled private motor court Walls of glass, skylights & soaring ceilings Pool + separate pool house / dwelling Pool house includes bedroom, full bath, living area & kitchen — ideal as an in-law suite, guest house or private retreat A rare architectural offering on Philadelphia's Main Line. Set at the end of a long, private drive in sought-after Greene Countrie, 857 Briarwood Road offers an extraordinary combination of Mid-Century Modern architecture, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living. Originally built in 1966 by local developer Robert Balbirnie, the approximately 6,050-square-foot residence (5,500± sqft Main House and 550± sqft Pool House) was designed as a private compound for sophisticated living and entertaining. Unlike a traditional street-facing home, its architectural façade faces the rear of the property, creating a dramatic and highly private relationship with the surrounding landscape. A striking walled motor court provides a distinctive sense of arrival, while expansive walls of glass, sliding doors, skylights, and soaring ceilings bring natural light and the wooded setting into the home. Generous entertaining spaces and wet bars reflect the home's original design for gatherings and sophisticated living. The property also features a pool and separate pool house, offering exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or multi-generational living. With a bedroom, full bathroom, living area, and kitchen, the separate dwelling could serve as an in-law suite, guest house, pool house, or private retreat. The home's distinctive geometric design has long drawn comparisons to the work of I.M. Pei, and according to the property's history, Balbirnie and Pei are believed to have spoken during the home's design. Whether influence or coincidence, the architectural connection adds another fascinating layer to this one-of-a-kind residence. An authentic 1960s architectural statement, a private compound, and a truly distinctive Main Line offering — 857 Briarwood Road is a home unlike any other.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level3 bedrooms · 3 full baths
  2. Main level2 bedrooms · 2 full baths · 1 half bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5 full · 1 half
Living area
6,050 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Multi Units, Ductless/Mini-Split

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Mid-Century Modern
Year built
1966

Lot & parking

Lot size
2.66 acres (115,781 sq ft)
Garage
3 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$364
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PADE2121520
County
Delaware County
School district
Radnor Township
Days on NookLocal
9 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Range, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
Flooring
Concrete, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Interior features
2nd Kitchen, Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, and 6 more
Fireplace
2
Laundry
Lower Floor
Levels
2
Accessibility
>84" Garage Door, 2+ Access Exits, 32"+ wide Doors, 36"+ wide Halls, Roll-in Shower

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Roof
Flat
Foundation
Slab
Exterior features
BBQ Grill, Stone Retaining Walls
Patio & porch
Patio(s)
Windows
Sliding
Doors
Sliding Glass

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage type
Additional Storage Area
Total spaces
3

Community

Subdivision
GREENE COUNTRIE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer, all in as is condition
Possession
0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 13, 2026Listed for sale$2,200,000

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

The NookLocal estimate

$2,208,000

In line with the asking price, which the estimate weighs for a listed home.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

This home's sale history

  • Sold May 2012$700,000

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$15,849 / year

$1,321 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$17,953

-11.7% at current rates

School tax

RADNOR TOWNSHIP · 15.80 mills (2025-26)

$12,269

County tax

Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)

$3,580

Municipal tax

Not reported in the MLS feed

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $776,690, well below the ~$1,202,080 its asking price implies at Delaware County's common level ratio (54.6%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $8,680/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($776,690, 2021 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Delaware County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$440,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$13,006/mo

Principal & interest
$11,043
Property taxes (current rates)
$1,321
Home insurance (est.)
$642

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Radnor Township

Academic index
86.3/100
Graduation rate
95.9%
PSSA ELA proficient
84.3%
PSSA Math proficient
80.6%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Delaware County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Delaware County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:10 PM EDT

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