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Listing description

Welcome home to 540 Wanamaker Road, a charming stone-front home tucked along a quiet residential street in Jenkintown, offering classic character, a thoughtful layout, impressive lower-level flexibility, an attached garage, solar power, and a location that keeps so much of the Philadelphia region within easy reach. The home’s handsome stone façade, oversized front bay window, and landscaped entry create immediate curb appeal. Inside, hardwood floors carry through the main living areas, where the living room, dining area, and kitchen offer a comfortable, connected flow that works equally well for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features abundant wood cabinetry, generous counter space, recessed lighting, a full appliance package, and a convenient breakfast bar/peninsula that keeps the kitchen connected to the surrounding living spaces while providing additional workspace and storage. The home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the main level, including a private primary bath. Hardwood flooring continues through the bedrooms, while multiple windows bring natural light into nearly every corner of the home. But don’t stop upstairs the lower level is where this home really expands. The substantial finished recreation area provides exceptional flexibility for a media room, gym, playroom, hobby area, or second gathering space. An additional finished area offers excellent potential as a guest room or home office, with nearby closet space and a convenient half bath. This level also includes a separate laundry and utility area, direct access to the attached garage, and a grade-level exterior exit through the adjoining laundry area. A thoughtfully configured split door at the stairway provides a convenient barrier for pets or little ones, adding another practical touch to the home’s design. Altogether, the lower level allows the property to function far beyond its above-grade square footage. The home also benefits from a number of meaningful improvements, including a roof replaced in 2022, replacement windows, updated exterior doors, a newer driveway, storage shed, and water-softening system. The property is also partially solar powered, and the seller will pay off the existing solar financing at settlement, allowing the next owner to enjoy the potential energy savings without assuming the seller’s solar loan. Outside, you’ll find usable green space, a storage shed, and another feature that gives this setting its own personality: Tookany Creek is just feet from the end of the driveway, offering an unexpected touch of nature where ducks frequently visit and an occasional crane can be spotted along the water. Parking is equally convenient with an attached rear-entry garage and private driveway, providing valuable off-street parking and additional storage. The location brings everything together. Enjoy easy access to Baederwood Park, Whole Foods Market, local restaurants, shopping, and the everyday conveniences of Jenkintown, Abington, and Willow Grove. Nearby Regional Rail provides an attractive commuting option into Philadelphia, while access to I-476/Blue Route and other major regional routes makes travel toward Center City Philadelphia, King of Prussia, and New Jersey convenient as well. And for additional peace of mind, a one-year home warranty will be provided to the buyer at settlement. All there is to know is: How will YOU make this wonderful home YOURS?

Rooms by level

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

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Main level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,100 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Ranch/Rambler
Year built
1957

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.11 acres (4,600 sq ft)
Garage
2 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$364
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2193498
County
Montgomery County
School district
Abington
Days on NookLocal
6 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring
Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior features
Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Roof
Rubber, Shingle
Foundation
Brick/Mortar
Exterior features
Sidewalks
Windows
Bay/Bow
View
Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage
Garage type
Garage - Rear Entry
Parking features
Asphalt Driveway
Total spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
BAEDERWOOD

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
37.00 x 0.00
Zoning
1901
Cross street
Baeder

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Solar Panels (Paid off at closing)
Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026Listed for sale$399,900

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

This address was previously listed July 2026 and taken off the market without selling. A new listing restarts the days-on-market clock.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$386,000

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 June 2019 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
June 2019 for $214,000
About $349,967 in today's market
Current list price
$399,900
County assessment implies
$377,685
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$5,009/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
575 WANAMAKER RD, JENKINTOWN, PA 19046August 2025$359,0003/21,100$348,037
1565 BIRCHWOOD AVE, ABINGTON, PA 19001April 2026$375,0003/11,080$351,797
137 HIGH SCHOOL RD, ELKINS PARK, PA 19027August 2026$220,0003/11,148$233,290
133 HIGH SCHOOL RD, ELKINS PARK, PA 19027August 2025$343,0003/11,124$387,078
381 STEWART AVE, JENKINTOWN, PA 19046June 2026$250,0003/11,346$228,236
2327 NYLSOR AVE, ABINGTON, PA 19001April 2025$324,5003/11,152$302,913

Sale history

DateEventPrice
June 2019Sold$214,000

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$5,703 / year

$475 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$5,703

School tax

ABINGTON · 38.55 mills (2025-26)

$4,339

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$670

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$694

Recomputed from the county assessment ($112,550, 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

$79,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,599/mo

Principal & interest
$2,007
Property taxes (current rates)
$475
Home insurance (est.)
$117

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

Abington

Academic index
67.1/100
Graduation rate
96.6%
PSSA ELA proficient
60.5%
PSSA Math proficient
56.8%

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

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: September 10, 2026 at 2:01 PM EDT

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