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Listing description

Steeped in history and rich in architectural character, 1266 Gulph Creek Drive is more than a home, it’s a lifestyle. Offering over 8,100 square feet of flexible living space on 2.3 beautifully landscaped acres in Wayne, Pennsylvania, this extraordinary property feels like a private country retreat yet is only minutes from the Main Line and Center City Philadelphia. Originally part of William Penn’s Manor of Mount Joy and later the Van Pelt family estate known as “Woodstock,” the property has deep historical roots. In 1927, renowned architect R. Brognard Okie thoughtfully expanded and refined the home, blending timeless craftsmanship with comfort and livability. You’ll find random-width pegged floors, intricate millwork, and custom built-ins that bring warmth and authenticity to every room. The home’s layout offers remarkable versatility for modern life, ideal for multi-generational living, work-from-home lifestyles, or hosting guests in style. Gracious living and dining rooms flow to a cozy library and inviting kitchen that connects easily to the upper levels via a back staircase. With 11 fireplaces, abundant natural light, and a seamless floor plan, the home feels both grand and welcoming. There are nine bedrooms and eight baths, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in dressing room and spa-like bath, plus a junior suite with easy access to the kitchen, perfect for guests, an au pair, or extended family. The third floor offers even more flexibility with additional bedrooms, baths, and laundry. Outside, lush lawns, mature trees, and stone pathways create a serene, private setting; a peaceful escape that still keeps you close to award-winning schools, shops, and restaurants. Historic touches like the original spring house and root cellar remain, preserving a tangible connection to the past. A rare opportunity to own one of Montgomery County’s most distinguished historic estates, 1266 Gulph Creek Drive combines timeless architecture, a rich story, and endless possibilities for today’s lifestyle, all within minutes of everything the Main Line and Philadelphia have to offer.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
9
Bathrooms
6 full · 2 half
Living area
8,184 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1927

Lot & parking

Lot size
2.32 acres (101,059 sq ft)
Garage
4 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$263
HOA dues
$170/mo

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2146604
County
Montgomery County
School district
Upper Merion Area
Days on NookLocal
411 days

Interior features

Interior features
Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Stove - Wood, and 3 more
Fireplace
10
Basement
Partially Finished
Laundry
Basement, Upper Floor
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Stone
Exterior features
Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls
Patio & porch
Terrace, Porch(es)
View
Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage type
Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Oversized
Parking features
Asphalt Driveway
Total spaces
14
Driveway spaces
10

Community

Subdivision
GULPH CREEK
HOA includes
Common Area Maintenance

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
271.00 x 0.00
Zoning
1101 RES: 1 FAM

Included in the sale

Possession
Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 7, 2025Listed for sale$2,150,000

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

$2,309,000

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

About this estimate

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

Last sold
August 2013 for $1,122,500
County deed record in 2013 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$2,150,000
County assessment implies
$2,229,228
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$19,904/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
640 NARCISI LN, WAYNE, PA 19087July 2026$2,400,0006/48,317$3,106,131
1048 WHITEGATE RD, WAYNE, PA 19087December 2025$2,320,0006/57,938$3,012,732
1053 WHITEGATE RD, WAYNE, PA 19087April 2026$3,000,0005/37,640$4,200,000
1260 GULPH CREEK DR, WAYNE, PA 19087January 2025$1,450,0005/47,826$2,204,719
815 BROWER RD, WAYNE, PA 19087May 2025$2,026,8155/47,821$2,831,136
330 KING OF PRUSSIA RD, WAYNE, PA 19087September 2024$2,525,0004/47,500$3,764,473

Sale history

DateEventPrice
August 2013Sold$1,122,500

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$22,867 / year

$1,906 per month

MLS shows (2024)

$21,804

+4.9% at current rates

School tax

UPPER MERION AREA · 24.01 mills (2025-26)

$15,950

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$3,954

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2024, varies by municipality

$2,963

Recomputed from the county assessment ($664,310, 1996 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 2024 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$430,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$13,495/mo

Principal & interest
$10,793
Property taxes (current rates)
$1,906
Home insurance (est.)
$627
HOA
$170

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

Upper Merion Area

Academic index
61.2/100
Graduation rate
91.9%
PSSA ELA proficient
56.6%
PSSA Math proficient
48.7%

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

Montgomery County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Montgomery 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 2:05 PM EDT

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