$1,250,000
553 Ellington Ct, Ambler, PA 19002
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC
Exceptional 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Colonial with over 4500 sq ft including the Finished Lower Level, with brand new hardi-plank siding and newer roof (2021), situated on a gorgeous .71 acre cul-de-sac lot, within highly desirable Trewellyn Estates. This special home with gorgeous updated Kitchen and Baths and an open floor plan also offers an outstanding location within Wissahickon School District, with Lower Gwynedd walking trails connected to Spring House Village Shopping Center including Whole Foods and minutes to Trader Joe’s and excellent shopping. The covered front porch opens to the 1st floor with 9’ ceilings & hardwood floors throughout. The Entrance Foyer with turned staircase and brand-new carpet opens to the Office w/French doors, custom shelving and cabinetry, a professionally organized closet & ceiling fan. The Foyer also leads to the spacious connecting Living & Dining Rooms, providing excellent entertaining flow. The stunning, updated kitchen (2019) is truly the heart of the home, featuring a beautiful, sophisticated design that is both stylish and functional, featuring quartz counters, a center island w/seating for 3, floor-to-ceiling cabinets including decorative glass cabinets, tiled backsplash, oversized sink, stainless double Viking wall ovens including one with French doors, stainless Bosch dishwasher, Samsung counter-depth Flex stainless side-by-side refrig, beverage refrig, built-in bookshelves and pantry closet. The connecting Breakfast Area w/chandelier features a walk-out bay w/door providing access to the rear Deck. Whether preparing a casual family meal or entertaining a crowd, this inviting kitchen provides the perfect gathering space as it opens to the 2-story Family Room w/wood-burning fireplace accented by floor-to ceiling stone and a raised stone hearth, recessed lighting, a 2nd staircase to the 2nd floor, and a sliding door providing a 2nd to access the Deck and rear grounds. The Laundry Room includes the washer and dryer, counter and cabinetry and leads to the 3-Car Garage. The 2nd floor offers brand-new carpet in the hall and in all of the bedrooms. The luxurious Main Bedroom offers a vaulted ceiling with skylights, TV bracket (TV excluded) and a spacious, professionally organized closet w/access panel to the attic. The exciting, fully renovated Full Bath (2023) with vaulted ceiling with skylight includes a tiled floor, granite counter with 2 rectangular porcelain sinks, lighted mirrors, stand-alone tub with hand-held shower head, and a spa-shower with tiled surround, frameless “no-fog” glass door, and 2 shower heads including one hand-held, and a linen closet. Bedroom 2 offers an En-Suite Full bath with tiled floor and brand-new vanity, plus soaking tub with tiled surround and shower, skylight and linen closet. Bedrooms 3 & 4 share a Jack and Jill Full Bath with 2 sinks, medicine cabinet, soaking tub w/shower & linen closet, and they also share a fantastic Bonus Room which could serve as a 5th Bedroom, Office, Homework Room or Den. The finished Lower Level adds impressive, versatile living space, providing endless possibilities with a game/playroom, media room and gym w/included universal-type equipment, plus 2 utility closets including 2 gas furnaces, 1 newer hot water heater (2021), freezer, water softener & Bilco doors. 2 sets of doors provide access to the rear grounds, providing a wonderful setting for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the evening sunsets. A maintenance free Deck provides stairs to the spacious flagstone Patio overlooking the expansive yard. Grow your own vegetables in the fully-fenced garden. An outlet is also provided for a portable generator (generator not included), and a flagstone walkway leads to the oversized driveway. The convenient location provides access to Rt 309, the PA turnpike and is close to the vibrant town of Ambler with fabulous restaurants & shops. This is the perfect combination of space, updates, location and setting in one special home.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$1,311,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Montgomery County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1260 FAIRLAND DR, AMBLER, PA 19002 | June 2026 | $1,240,000 | 4/4 | 4,660 | $1,137,285 |
| 1200 SEVEREN CT, AMBLER, PA 19002 | August 2026 | $1,850,500 | 4/3 | 4,190 | $1,987,462 |
| 1299 CEDAR HILL RD, AMBLER, PA 19002 | July 2025 | $980,000 | 4/3 | 4,450 | $986,386 |
| 824 WARREN RD, AMBLER, PA 19002 | August 2026 | $1,379,900 | 4/3 | 5,110 | $1,256,105 |
| 34 AUSTIN CIR, LOWER GWYNEDD, PA 19002 | July 2026 | $1,231,000 | 4/2 | 4,126 | $1,506,943 |
| 999 N PENN OAK RD, AMBLER, PA 19002 | July 2026 | $1,500,000 | 5/3 | 4,802 | $1,373,803 |
Estimated at current rates
$13,021 / year
≈ $1,085 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$13,546
-3.9% at current rates
School tax
WISSAHICKON · 25.29 mills (2025-26)
$10,144
County tax
Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)
$2,387
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$490
Recomputed from the county assessment ($401,090, 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 2026 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.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$8,194/mo
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.
School district
Wissahickon
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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