Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate1947 Acorn Lane, Abington, PA 19001-1315 $450,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,096
Acreage: 0.43
Age:78 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Overlook Hills
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
RARE OPPORTUNITY to own 1 of just 22 properties on the coveted south side of Acorn Lane—one of the most exclusive streets in Abington Township. This spacious colonial sits on a generous 1/2-acre lot and features 4 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage with custom-built shelving soaring to 15'+ ceilings. Inside, enjoy freshly painted walls and ceilings in neutral tones and original hardwood floors throughout that await your personal touch. The home also includes a functioning fireplace, a full unfinished basement with 9' ceilings, and a full-size attic—providing exceptional storage space, complemented by 9 deep closets throughout the home. Recent updates include a brand new water heater and 200-amp electrical service. Acorn Lane offers a serene, no-through-traffic setting thanks to its quiet horseshoe design. Homes on the south side back to a private wooded section, offering a natural barrier and, in some cases, scenic views of the prestigious Huntingdon Valley Country Club golf course. This home features an expansive, flat backyard and side yard, perfect for entertaining and gardening. Located in the highly sought-after Overlook Hills neighborhood, this home is just one block from the award-winning Overlook Elementary School and two blocks from Roychester Park, complete with tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, ice hockey rink (winter), playgrounds, and a community center. With the forthcoming addition of a new high-tech Abington Middle School, this area will soon boast one of the premier school districts in the region. This well-positioned property offers tremendous potential for the discerning buyer to create their dream home in one of Abington's most desirable locations.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Main Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Built-Ins, Unfinished Basement, Wood Fireplace
Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Stucco Exterior, Patio(s)
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Public Elementary (26 schools)
Public Middle (9 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abington Middle School | Abington School District | 6–8 | Abington | 1.78 mi |
| Murray Avenue School | Lower Moreland Township School District | 6–8 | Huntingdon Valley | 2.32 mi |
| Upper Moreland Middle School | Upper Moreland Township School District | 6–8 | Hatboro | 2.81 mi |
| Sandy Run Middle School | Upper Dublin School District | 6–8 | Dresher | 3.54 mi |
| Baldi C C A Middle School | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 3.88 mi |
| Keith Valley Middle School | Hatboro-Horsham School District | 6–8 | Horsham | 3.89 mi |
| Elkins Park School | Cheltenham School District | 5–6 | Elkins Park | 4.35 mi |
| Cedarbrook Middle School | Cheltenham School District | 7–8 | Wyncote | 4.63 mi |
| Tacony Academy Charter School | Tacony Academy Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.91 mi |
Public High (9 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Moreland High School | Upper Moreland Township School District | 9–12 | Willow Grove | 1.64 mi |
| Eastern Center for Arts & Technology | Eastern Center for Arts & Technology | 9–12 | Willow Grove | 1.87 mi |
| Abington Senior High School | Abington School District | 9–12 | Abington | 2.02 mi |
| Lower Moreland High School | Lower Moreland Township School District | 9–12 | Huntingdon Valley | 2.52 mi |
| Jenkintown Middle/High School | Jenkintown School District | 7–12 | Jenkintown | 2.93 mi |
| William Tennent High School | Centennial School District | 9–12 | Warminster | 3.91 mi |
| Cheltenham High School | Cheltenham School District | 9–12 | Wyncote | 4.33 mi |
| Washington George High School | Philadelphia City School District | 9–12 | Philadelphia | 4.51 mi |
| Tacony Academy Charter School | Tacony Academy Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.91 mi |
Private (50 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Abington (19001), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 30
- Average salary of people in this community: $58,170
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 4,953
- Household Size (ppl): 2.73
- Households w/ Children: 66%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 5,160 (79.0%)
- Rented: 1,048 (16.0%)
- Vacant: 325 (5.0%)
- Total: 6,533
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.7%
- Some High School: 3.4%
- High School Graduate: 23.6%
- Some College: 16.0%
- Associate Degree: 8.4%
- Bachelor's Degree: 30.4%
- Graduate Degree: 16.4%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $91,456
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- One Bedroom: $1,035
- Two Bedroom: $1,060
- Three Bedroom: $1,832
- Four Bedroom: $1,701
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