Comments for 1673 PAPER MILL ROAD , Jenkintown, PA 19046
Now offered at a compelling new price, 1673 Paper Mill Road is a private residence where architectural character, Mid-Century Modern influence, and resort-style living come together on 1.75 beautifully landscaped acres. Set in one of Meadowbrook’s most desirable locations, this distinctive 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers over 4,800 square feet of living space, a saltwater pool, private tennis court, mature gardens, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. A glass entry introduces the home’s striking personality and opens to a dramatic vaulted great room with soaring ceilings, a wall of windows, parquet wood floors, a gas-burning stone fireplace, wet bar, and direct access to a flagstone patio overlooking the private rear grounds. Thoughtfully oriented toward the backyard, the home is filled with natural light, garden views, and seamless access to outdoor living spaces. The first-floor primary suite is a true retreat with serene views, a sitting room with built-in bookcases, walls of windows, multiple walk-in closets, and two separate baths. The formal dining room seats twelve and features a skylight, built-in china cabinetry, and generous storage. The kitchen blends warmth, function, and professional-grade performance with white cabinetry, butcher block countertops, a large island with seating, vegetable sink, pantry, sitting area, window seat, and premium appliances including a 6-burner Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, Miele oven, and Bosch dishwasher. Direct access to the covered patio makes outdoor dining effortless. Additional first-floor spaces include a family room with Amish-crafted built-in desks, a cubbied mudroom, and laundry room with Miele washer and dryer leading to a fenced vegetable garden. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms offer large windows, organized closets, and access to two full baths. Beyond the heated two-car garage are rare bonus spaces including a bike room, workshop, garden room, and upstairs studio ideal for an office, fitness room, art space, or quiet retreat. The grounds are the signature. Cultivated over decades, the property features mature trees, lush landscaping, flagstone paths, a fenced rear yard, saltwater pool redone in 2021, expansive lounging deck, storage/bar area, and views toward the private tennis court. Whether entertaining, swimming, playing tennis, gardening, or relaxing on the patio, this property offers a private resort lifestyle rarely found in Meadowbrook. Additional amenities include a whole-house generator, drainage system, deer fencing, 5-zone heating and air, expanded circular driveway with carport, alarm system, tennis storage shed, and extensive storage throughout. Conveniently located near train lines to Center City, Pennypack trails, Huntingdon Valley Country Club, hospitals, and within the Abington School District.
Accessibility: Above Grade, Below Grade
Interior: Attic, Bar, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Laundry Chute, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed L
Additional Structures: Level Entry - Main
Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping
Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Freezer, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater, Water Heater - Tankless
Lot Dimensions: 1.75 Acre(S)
Cooling: Central A/C
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping
Days on Market: 114
Lot Size: 1.75 Acres
Electric Description: 200+ Amp Service
Parking Notes: Asphalt Driveway
Exterior: Frame, Stone
Roof Type: Architectural Shingle
Exterior: BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Stone Retaining Walls
Sewer: Public Sewer
Fencing Description: Fully, Split Rail
Swimming Pool: Concrete, Heated, In Ground, Saltwater
Fireplace: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
Taxes: $23,055
Fireplaces: 1
Utilities: Cable TV, Phone
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
Water: Public
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Windows: Screens, Skylights
Garage: 2
Year Built: 1950
Heating: Central
High School: ABINGTON SENIOR
Middle School: ABINGTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Elementary School: RYDAL
School District: ABINGTON