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Listing description

Your private retreat just became more attainable! Motivated seller has done a price improvement for the next lucky owner. For the first time in almost 50 years, this historic home situated on 3.77 acres in award winning Upper Dublin School District is for sale. The setting and size are a rare combination and offer an incredible opportunity. New owners may choose from a wide range of options; current zoning allows for use as a primary residence, a church, day camp, swim club, community residential program, or school, and there's also the possibility a new buyer might explore subdivison with Upper Dublin Township. With ample space for materials and vehicles, it can be a dream for landscapers, roofers, contractors, plumbers, and farmers.  Originally the home of two families that worked on a farm for the Mattison Estate, the property was transformed into one large estate with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, family room, laundry room, and charming side porch. Wide plank floors, deep window sills, and the stone fireplace carry on the character and rich history of the property. The expansive covered front porch is a must see, with soaring ceiling heights and hanging lanterns, giving a feeling of old-world charm and elegance. Additional structures on the property include the large shed with 60 amp electric service, as well as remains of the historic stone barn that burned down prior to 1978. Original barn doors remain and create a beautifully historic and unique backdrop. The open field behind the home was lovingly referred to as the meadow, where the owners had chickens, a goat, fruit trees, and an archery range. Don't miss the bridge to a clearing in the woods; a peaceful place for secret hideouts or outdoor exploration. The front yard was home to extensive vegetable gardens, and frequently used for family gatherings and badminton games. The Loch Alsh Reservoir just past the property line is stocked with trout each year and welcomes local friends to fish and enjoy the outdoors. As the late owner of the property would tell his children, "the land is a place for fun and for lessons", and the children and grandchildren grew up enjoying the fields, trees, and reservoir, as well as learning to plant and care for the grounds. While this private sanctuary feels like a world of its own, it remains in walking distance of neighborhoods, swim clubs, schools, and the shopping, dining, and entertainments of downtown Ambler and close to major roadways and Septa stations. This house is perfect for the adventurous visionary who can see the potential of updating this farmstead and is priced accordingly. While the home needs interior updates, the exceptional location, charming setting, and endless potential make this a rare find and offers the next steward an incredible opportunity to write the next chapter in its story.  Schedule your private showing today and experience the true feel of historical craftsmanship on this rare and remarkable property.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Main level1 half bath
  2. Upper level5 bedrooms · 3 full baths

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full · 1 half
Living area
3,448 sq ft
Heating
Radiator
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1850

Lot & parking

Lot size
3.77 acres (164,221 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$242
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAMC2182014
County
Montgomery County
School district
Upper Dublin
Days on NookLocal
78 days

Interior features

Interior features
Cedar Closet(s), Exposed Beams, Wood Floors
Fireplace
1
Basement
Outside Entrance, Unfinished, Full
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Oil
Water source
Public
Sewer
Private Septic Tank

Parking

Parking
Driveway

Community

Subdivision
AMBLER

Lot & zoning

Lot features
Partly Wooded
Zoning
RES

Included in the sale

Possession
31-60 Days CD

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 22, 2026Price reduced$835,000
Jun 4, 2026Listed for sale$850,000

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

$838,000

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
$835,000
County assessment implies
$625,973
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$8,525/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1619 SHEPARD DR, AMBLER, PA 19002July 2026$900,0005/33,385$888,956
1354 WENTZ DR, FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034April 2026$580,0005/33,389$603,675
1025 DENSTON DR, AMBLER, PA 19002March 2026$1,000,0004/33,581$1,010,284
1002 TANNERIE RUN RD, AMBLER, PA 19002July 2026$950,0004/23,463$1,016,677
1126 TANNERIE RUN RD, AMBLER, PA 19002November 2025$755,0005/23,606$795,982
1449 FORT WASHINGTON AVE #, AMBLER, PA 19002November 2025$780,0004/33,332$837,145

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$8,525 / year

$710 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$9,617

-11.4% at current rates

School tax

UPPER DUBLIN · 39.75 mills (2025-26)

$7,415

County tax

Montgomery County · 5.95 mills (2026)

$1,110

Municipal tax

Not reported in the MLS feed

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $186,540, well below the ~$248,830 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 $2,847/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($186,540, 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 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

$167,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$5,145/mo

Principal & interest
$4,192
Property taxes (current rates)
$710
Home insurance (est.)
$244

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 Dublin

Academic index
76.5/100
Graduation rate
97.6%
PSSA ELA proficient
77.7%
PSSA Math proficient
71.3%

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 8:06 AM EDT

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