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Listing description

Come home to tasteful luxury in an exceptional location! The unique property at 281 Winding Way offers a lifestyle without compromise: The magnificent 8,700+ sq.-ft., 6BR, 5/2BA residence combines classic 1925 stone construction with a full interior renovation that incorporates such contemporary conveniences as a smart house system and an elevator that reaches all five levels. From the circular stone driveway in front to an in-ground pool/hot tub surrounded by trees, the 1.1-acre property offers the epitome of gracious suburban living while putting the delis, restaurants, shops and services of Merion Station and Narberth borough within walking distance; Center City Philadelphia is minutes away by rail or car. A slate roof & copper tops off the stately stone façade. Beyond the covered portico, you’re immersed in quality. The interior was completely renovated in 2012 with meticulous attention to detail, with Venetian plaster walls and custom millwork, Marvin windows, and hardwood doors with Baldwin brass hardware throughout. The first level above ground features teak herringbone hardwood floors in the foyer, living room and dining room. French doors flanking the living room fireplace lead to a light-filled sunroom with slate floor and multiple double doors opening to back and side terraces. The formal dining room has a fireplace and unique moldings and millwork, and provides access to the family room and to the kitchen and breakfast nook. The chef’s kitchen, renovated more recently 2016, features variable width reclaimed oak floors, an island with seating and storage, white subway tile walls, and all-white custom cabinetry with black soakstone countertops. A palladium window adds a cheery touch over the extra-deep sink, and an oversized stainless-steel fridge/freezer, dual ovens and 6-burner range provide convenience no matter who is cooking or for how many. An arched doorway leads to the side yard. Off the kitchen, a sitting room has one of two powder rooms on this level and elevator access. On the second above-ground level, via elevator or stairs from the foyer or kitchen, escape to a spacious primary suite with hand-painted doors, antique Italian sconces, arched French doors opening to a balcony, a dressing room with a design custome closets, and a luxurious bath with imported dual vanities and mirrors, whirlpool tub with a custom surround, and spacious shower. Also on this level are three large bedrooms, one of which can be accessed via elevator and shares a Jack-and-Jill bath with a second bedroom; a third has front and side balconies. The last room in the second floor has an in-suite luxury bathroom. The third level has a third bedroom and full bath, and two large rooms that could serve as a home gym, TV room or playroom. A finished level below ground home theater, wine cellar with dedicated HVAC system, recreation room, full bath and access to elevator and two-car garage.. For maximum comfort, the home has a 110-gallon water heater and six HVAC systems for the living spaces. Located on a quiet side street and surrounded by other grand homes, this exquisite property is within the top-ranked Lower Merion School District, close to renowned private education institutions. Whether you prefer culture and nightlife or nature, you are just 6 miles from Center City, a mile from the Cynwyd Heritage Trail Cynwyd Station Park trailhead and close to Merion Botanical Park and dozens of other parks and recreational facilities in the township and all that Philadelphia and the lower Main Line have to offer.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Lower level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
  2. Main level2 half baths
  3. Upper level4 bedrooms · 3 full baths
  4. Upper level 21 bedroom · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
5 full · 2 half
Living area
8,169 sq ft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Colonial
Year built
1925

Lot & parking

Lot size
1.01 acres (44,200 sq ft)
Garage
2 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$408
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2168626
County
Montgomery County
School district
Lower Merion
Days on NookLocal
173 days

Interior features

Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplace
2
Basement
Full
Levels
3
Accessibility
Elevator, Roll-in Shower

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stone
Roof
Slate, Copper
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Site, Parking Lot
Garage type
Other
Total spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
MERION

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
220.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Possession
0-30 Days CD

Price history

DateEventPrice
Mar 1, 2026Listed for sale$3,330,000

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

$3,226,000

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

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Montgomery County assessment ratio, and this home's own August 2026 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
August 2026 for $3,100,000
About $3,100,000 in today's market
Current list price
$3,330,000
County assessment implies
$2,693,087
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$33,080/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
239-301 OLD GULPH RD, WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096February 2026$1,875,0005/58,166$1,866,115
623 BROAD ACRES RD, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072January 2026$2,595,0006/57,434$2,817,144
225 MAPLEHILL RD, GLADWYNE, PA 19035November 2024$2,100,0006/58,286$1,850,978
420 WILLIAMSON RD, GLADWYNE, PA 19035July 2026$3,350,0006/68,725$2,667,409
411 WISTER RD, WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096July 2026$3,350,0007/48,039$3,725,028
1311 HAGYS FORD RD, PENN VALLEY, PA 19072December 2025$1,820,0006/47,693$1,928,055

Sale history

DateEventPrice
August 2026Sold$3,100,000

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$36,660 / year

$3,055 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$36,099

+1.6% at current rates

School tax

LOWER MERION · 35.27 mills (2025-26)

$28,303

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$4,777

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$3,580

Recomputed from the county assessment ($802,540, 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 2025 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

$666,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$20,742/mo

Principal & interest
$16,716
Property taxes (current rates)
$3,055
Home insurance (est.)
$971

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

Lower Merion

Academic index
86.9/100
Graduation rate
97.8%
PSSA ELA proficient
82.1%
PSSA Math proficient
81.1%

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 21, 2026 at 2:05 AM EDT

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