520 N Essex Ave, Narberth, PA 19072
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520 N Essex Ave,Narberth, PA 19072
$1,395,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,778 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Fri, Jun 0504:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Listed by: pamela r mawhinney owsik
Office: duffy real estate-narberth
MLS#:PAMC2181940
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,395,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$502.16
About this home
Welcome to 520 North Essex Avenue, a substantial and beautifully timeless detached Center Hall Colonial that offers something nearly impossible to find in the Borough: true breathing room. Situated on an incredibly rare, nearly 1/3-acre lot, this 5-to-6-bedroom home effortlessly combines classic Main Line architectural character with a sprawling outdoor footprint and an unmatched walkable lifestyle.
Step past the lovely landscaping and deep front yard and inside to a main level defined by generous proportions, symmetrical design, and beautiful natural light. Enter into the welcoming foyer, where you'll immediately notice the gleaming hardwood floors and custom plantation shutters exuding casual elegance. The sprawling formal living room invites you to gather around the cozy gas fireplace, while the large formal dining room on the opposite side of the foyer is perfectly scaled for hosting large family dinners and casual get-togethers. The heart of the home features an upgraded kitchen, styled with white cabinets, gray quartz countertops, a microwave drawer, and a modern appliance package fully equipped for daily meal prep and weekend entertaining alike. Just beyond the kitchen, a convenient main-floor powder room and dedicated laundry area lead out to a rear porch. Off the main living space, a gorgeous, all-season sunroom serves as the perfect spot for a bright home office, a quiet reading nook, or a main-floor playroom.
The upper levels are intelligently designed to offer both generous space and flexible living solutions. The second floor features a wonderful Primary Suite layout. This impressive arrangement combines a king-sized main bedroom with an attached private sitting room and dressing area featuring a walk-in closet and its own convenient en-suite half-bath. Two additional bright bedrooms and a full center-hall bath complete this level, along with access to a private walk-out deck equipped with a retractable awning—an elevated outdoor retreat in the tree tops looking out over the large yard. Ascend to the third floor to find a quiet escape featuring two additional spacious bedrooms with side storage closets and a second upgraded full hall bath, serving as an exceptional space for a long-term guest wing, private home office, or a dedicated au pair suite. Downstairs, the large unfinished basement offers great clean storage area.
But the real showstopper is the backyard—and it starts before you even get there. A long, private multi-car driveway runs alongside the home, an almost unheard-of luxury in the Borough where on-street parking is the norm. Fully fenced-in, exceptionally private, and massive by Narberth standards, the backyard itself is a professionally landscaped green space and a tranquil oasis for play, pets, and premier outdoor living. Nestled in the back right corner is a detached garage equipped with electrical wiring. Whether you dream of a detached workshop, a creative studio, or the ultimate staging ground for festive garden gatherings under the installed outdoor lights, this space delivers. Truly a wonderful home....
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Home facts
- Year built:1919
- Listing ID #:PAMC2181940
- Added:2 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 04, 2026 at 04:40 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
- Dining Description:Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath, Primary Bathroom
- Kitchen Description:Built-In Microwave, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen - Country, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom, Walk In Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Outside Entrance, Sump Pump
- Living area:2,778 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1919
- Building area:2,778 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.29 Acres
- Lot Features:Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Stone
- Exterior Features:Patio(s), Roof, Street Lights
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,395,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$502.16
- Tax amount:$14,262 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Amenities:Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Double Hung Windows, Window Treatments
Parking
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage - Front Entry
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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