Nestled in the heart of scenic grounds, this stunning Colonial home built in the 1800s, is not just a house - it's a timeless treasure waiting for you! This Quaker estate, known as "Vernon", was signed with a land grant from William Penn in 1736 and originally built for the Jenkins family, founders of Jenkintown and has been toured often by the Philadelphia Horticultural Society. It is also believed to be one of the sites for the Underground railroad. This spacious 6 Bedroom home has plenty of space for guests or even a home office. Cozy up to one of the many fireplaces throughout this home, which offers warmth and character to your winter evenings. Cook up a culinary masterpiece in a beautifully modernized eat-in Kitchen that blends historic charm with contemporary convenience. This Kitchen features lots of cabinetry, an abundance of counter space, a fireplace and stainless steel appliances. The Kitchen opens to a Family Room with lots of windows and French doors leading to the outside. To the right of the Foyer is an Office with custom built-ins and a fireplace. The Office opens to a Billiard Room with door access to the outside and a second set of stairs leading to a Bedroom on the second level. This Bedroom features stairs leading to a Bonus Room above. Step down from the Billiard Room to the Living Room with a vaulted ceiling, custom built-ins, two doors that open to a hidden wet bar and flagstone steps that lead to door access to the backyard. The backyard offers a flagstone patio and a smaller paver patio. Experience transquility with ample space between you and your neighbors, making this perfect for entertaining, gardening or simply enjoying peaceful moments in nature. Take the main staircase in the Foyer to the second level. This level offers a Primary Bedroom Suite with a Laundry Room, walk-in closet with custom built-ins and an updated full bathroom with a large stall shower, make-up area and water closet. There is an oversized hall Bath with a stall shower. In addition, there are three nice sized Bedrooms and two of the Bedrooms share a Jack and Jill Bathroom. Completing this level is another staircase leading to a third level. This level features a sitting area, two additional Bedrooms and a full Bathroom with tub and a Bonus Room with a cedar closet. Completing this home is an over-sized two car detached garage with steps to a second level, great for storage. This Colonial gem seamlessly combines rich history with modern living. Whether you're hosting gatherings in the sprawling yard or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this home truly has it all. Make an appointment today!
For sale
Price cut: $164K (6/19)
$1,636,000
630 Washington Ln, Jenkintown, PA 19046
6beds
7,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
2.62 Acres Lot
$1,538,100 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Many fireplacesScenic groundsCustom built-insSprawling yardSitting areaPrimary bedroom suiteFlagstone patio
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 19, 2025 at 10:38am
Listed by:
Constance Berg 215-429-4024,
Compass RE (267) 435-8015
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2140082

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Shared Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 358.00 x 0.00
- Features: Front Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 300070884006
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal,Shake
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rydal
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jenkintown
- Municipality: ABINGTON TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $498,990
- Annual tax amount: $24,269
- Date on market: 5/16/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Basement Freezer, Basement Refrigerator, Basement Wooden Shelving, Long Workbench, Chiminea, Round Large Outdoor Table, Outdoor Gas Heater, Gas Grill, Large Display In Foyer, Fire Pit, Log Holder, Fireplace Screens Etc, Washer And Dryer
- Exclusions: Turkish Lamp Above Tub In Main Bathroom, Wet Rack In Mudroom
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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