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1266 Gulph Creek Dr, Wayne, PA, 19087

9beds
8baths
8,184sqft
$2,150,000
$263price/sqft
$14,553/moest. monthly cost
$582,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Steeped in history and rich in architectural character, 1266 Gulph Creek Drive is more than a home, it’s a lifestyle. Offering over 8,100 square feet of flexible living space on 2.3 beautifully landscaped acres in Wayne, Pennsylvania, this extraordinary property feels like a private country retreat yet is only minutes from the Main Line and Center City Philadelphia. Originally part of William Penn’s Manor of Mount Joy and later the Van Pelt family estate known as “Woodstock,” the property has deep historical roots. In 1927, renowned architect R. Brognard Okie thoughtfully expanded and refined the home, blending timeless craftsmanship with comfort and livability. You’ll find random-width pegged floors, intricate millwork, and custom built-ins that bring warmth and authenticity to every room. The home’s layout offers remarkable versatility for modern life, ideal for multi-generational living, work-from-home lifestyles, or hosting guests in style. Gracious living and dining rooms flow to a cozy library and inviting kitchen that connects easily to the upper levels via a back staircase. With 11 fireplaces, abundant natural light, and a seamless floor plan, the home feels both grand and welcoming. There are nine bedrooms and eight baths, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in dressing room and spa-like bath, plus a junior suite with easy access to the kitchen, perfect for guests, an au pair, or extended family. The third floor offers even more flexibility with additional bedrooms, baths, and laundry. Outside, lush lawns, mature trees, and stone pathways create a serene, private setting; a peaceful escape that still keeps you close to award-winning schools, shops, and restaurants. Historic touches like the original spring house and root cellar remain, preserving a tangible connection to the past. A rare opportunity to own one of Montgomery County’s most distinguished historic estates, 1266 Gulph Creek Drive combines timeless architecture, a rich story, and endless possibilities for today’s lifestyle, all within minutes of everything the Main Line and Philadelphia have to offer.

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
6
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Roberts El SchoolGrades K-42.2 mi
5/10
6/10
Upper Merion High SchoolGrades 9-123.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1927

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial,Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement,Upper Level

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Bathrooms: 8
  • Full bathrooms: 6
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 8
  • Main level bedrooms: 9

Features

  • Additional Stairway,Soaking Tub,Built-in Features,Butlers Pantry,Crown Molding,Dining Area,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Wainscotting,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 10
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 8,184

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Hot Water,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 8,184
  • Total interior livable area: 8,184 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 580008891222
  • Zoning: 1101 RES: 1 FAM
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Terrace,Porch
  • Exterior features: Stone Retaining Walls
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Garden,Trees/Woods

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.32 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 271.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 14
  • Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Oversized,Asphalt,Detached,Driveway
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 4
  • Covered spaces: 4
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 10

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $10,871$130,452
Home Insurance *$474$5,688
Property Taxes $2,311$27,732
Electricity $897$10,775
Total$14,553$174,636
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$498,960/yr
40% on housing$436,590/yr
45% on housing$388,080/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.9%
9.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.3%
-1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$263This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19087$322
Montgomery County$233

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19087$367
Montgomery County$247

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-16Price change$2,150,000
2025-10-27Price change$2,295,000
2025-07-07Listed for sale$2,375,000
2025-06-30Sold$1,800,000
2022-02-14Listing removed$2,195,000
2021-10-14Listed for sale$2,195,000
2013-08-05Sold$1,122,500
2013-03-20Price change$1,195,000
2012-11-26Listed for sale$1,225,000
2012-08-11Listing removed$1,225,000
2012-07-11Price change$1,225,000
2012-05-17Listed for sale$1,275,000
2010-08-24Listing removed$1,375,000
2010-04-15Listed for sale$1,375,000
2009-12-20Listing removed$1,375,000
2009-10-31Listed for sale$1,375,000
2009-09-27Listing removed$1,495,000
2009-03-08Listed for sale$1,495,000
2005-01-26Sold$1,210,000
1998-01-20Sold$660,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLuisa Ramondo
BrokerageKurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

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