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Listing description

Welcome to 253 Highland Avenue, a fantastic 3-bedroom 2 bath single in the heart of desirable Ambler and the highly acclaimed Wissahickon School District. Set on a great street and in excellent condition, this adorabel home offers comfortable living, a fantastic flat backyard and an unbeatable walk-to-town location. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior with updated flooring throughout. The open kitchen features an eat-in area and flows easily into the main living space, creating a comfortable setting for everyday living. Two nicely sized bedrooms with generous closets and a full hall bath complete the main level. The finished lower level adds wonderful flexibility with a spacious family room featuring sliding doors to the rear patio and the fabulous backyard plus you'll find a third bedroom/home office with large closet, a second full bath that make this level ideal for a home office or additional living space. A separate laundry and storage room with direct access to the backyard adds even more convenience. Outside, the backyard offers plenty of room for entertaining and gardening. Numerous improvements, including new roof in 2020, new windows added along the front of the home, newer heater, newer exterior doors, newer hot water heater, and a new oil tank add to the home's move-in-ready appeal. Best of all, leave the car at home and enjoy everything that makes Ambler so special. Stroll into town for popular restaurants, shops and entertainment, or hop on the SEPTA train for an easy commute into Philadelphia. A charming home, wonderful outdoor space and one of Ambler’s most sought-after lifestyles—all in one terrific location.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Main level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,716 sq ft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Bi-level
Year built
1973

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.18 acres (7,900 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$291
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2196018
County
Montgomery County
School district
Wissahickon
Days on NookLocal
6 days

Interior features

Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Slab

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Driveway
Total spaces
3
Driveway spaces
3

Community

Subdivision
AMBLER

Lot & zoning

Zoning
R1A

Included in the sale

Exclusions
washer, dryer, kitchen refrigerator, lower level refrigerator, all curtains.
Possession
Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Oct 1, 2026Listed for sale$499,900

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

$518,000

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.

Current list price
$499,900
County assessment implies
$351,040
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,268/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
41 BELMONT AVE, AMBLER, PA 19002July 2026$580,0003/21,600$645,909
210 S CHESTNUT ST, AMBLER, PA 19002July 2026$575,0003/21,833$596,761
308 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, AMBLER, PA 19002August 2025$545,0003/21,708$588,923
121 MATTISON AVE, AMBLER, PA 19002August 2025$556,0003/11,710$671,531
209 S SPRING GARDEN ST, AMBLER, PA 19002August 2025$550,0003/21,580$624,648
210 S CHESTNUT ST, AMBLER, PA 19002November 2025$355,0004/21,833$375,143

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$4,294 / year

≈ $358 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$4,432

-3.1% at current rates

School tax

WISSAHICKON · 25.29 mills (2025-26)

$2,646

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$623

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$1,026

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $104,610, well below the ~$148,970 its asking price implies at Montgomery County's common level ratio (29.8%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $1,386/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($104,610, 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$99,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$3,013/mo

Principal & interest
$2,509
Property taxes (current rates)
$358
Home insurance (est.)
$146

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

Wissahickon

Academic index
77.6/100
Graduation rate
95.9%
PSSA ELA proficient
75.6%
PSSA Math proficient
68.9%

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: October 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT

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