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Listing description

Designed by the Philadelphia firm of Savery & Scheetz for its wealthy industrialist namesake, the Houstonia mansion impresses at every turn. No detail was spared in this 22-room estate - you'll find all of the grace and charm of the time period intact with tasteful and modern updates, making the home both a lovely endeavor in preserved history and well-suited for today's discerning buyer. With an incredible amount of original architectural elements whose quality in craftsmanship and detail is a rarity in today's builds, the home is quintessentially Neoclassical. Ascend the bluestone terrace with Juliet balcony & soaring 2-story portico & discover its grandeur. French doors open onto a magnificent reception hall, whose wide stair & Palladian window half-story landing fills the space below with natural light. Gleaming hardwood floors, handsome wainscoting, detailed millwork, pocket doors, stunning light fixtures & quality materials set the tone for this home. A very large, full-depth living room with gorgeous soapstone hearth fireplace is located to the hall's left. It serves as a lovely gathering room, providing access to both the terrace & sunroom. To the right of the center hall, you'll find the office & an arched passageway to the home's beautiful dining room with a second soapstone hearth fireplace. The generously-sized butler's pantry with beverage refrigerator, a second dishwasher and abundant storage is adjacent, followed by the kitchen with gorgeous cabinetry, stainless steel built-in kitchen aid appliances, huge island, and many gourmet amenities! A mudroom is located just beyond the kitchen & makes a lovely transition to the back stair hall and side porch entry. The stairs provide convenient & informal access to the bedroom wing above; here you'll find 5 bedrooms, a den, 3 full baths, laundry room & stair access to the 3rd story. Continue across the main stair hall to find the sizable owners suite with en suite bath, large dressing room which formerly served as a sleeping porch walk-thru closets. The finished 3rd story includes a bedroom suite ideal for guest or perhaps an au pair, bonus rooms, walk-in cedar lined storage rooms, and a billiard room which now serves as a fabulous family room. A large, detached carriage house with three heated garage bays is located on a separately deeded tax parcel and is included with this property. The carriage home residence serves perfectly as an in-law suite, or a rental. With hardwood floors throughout, it boasts an eat-in kitchen, great room, family room, 2 bedrooms, hall bath and deck. With five acres of gorgeous private grounds, including a former green house, Houstonia is also surrounded by an oasis of township parkland in Wallingford. This location provides convenient access to the Philadelphia Airport, SEPTA train stations, Media Borough, and a myriad of retail and commercial centers.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
5 full · 1 half
Living area
7,569 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Colonial, Other
Year built
1921

Lot & parking

Lot size
5 acres (217,800 sq ft)
Garage
3 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$264
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PADE2107832
County
Delaware County
School district
Wallingford-Swarthmore
Days on market
90 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
Apr 9, 2026Listed for sale$1,999,000

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

Estimated value

$2,008,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Delaware County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$1,999,000
County assessment implies
$2,142,917
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$41,895/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
117 W POSSUM HOLLOW RD, ROSE VALLEY, PA 19086March 2026$1,590,0005/45,821$2,416,542
10 E BROOKHAVEN RD, WALLINGFORD, PA 19086June 2026$1,075,0005/44,332$1,505,000
13 KERSHAW RD, WALLINGFORD, PA 19086May 2025$2,126,0005/55,000$3,080,003
213 HIGHLAND AVE, WALLINGFORD, PA 19086November 2025$1,345,0005/45,202$1,992,923
4 GREYSTONE CIR, NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA 19073April 2026$1,825,0006/58,020$1,969,041
3 STRATHMORE CT, WALLINGFORD, PA 19086June 2026$1,135,0005/34,229$1,589,000

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$46,251 / year

$3,854 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$46,250

School tax

WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE · 31.17 mills (2025-26)

$36,498

County tax

Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)

$5,397

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$4,356

Recomputed from the county assessment ($1,170,890, 2021 base year) × current millage. 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

$399,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$14,472/mo

Principal & interest
$10,035
Property taxes (current rates)
$3,854
Home insurance (est.)
$583

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

Wallingford-Swarthmore

Academic index
80.2/100
Graduation rate
95.7%
PSSA ELA proficient
79.9%
PSSA Math proficient
73.8%

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 →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Delaware County taxes, explained →

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

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:36 PM EDT

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