Set along the tree lined stretch of Parkes Run Lane in Villanova’s Radnor Township, this stunning French Colonial inspired home sits on more than an acre of level ground behind a private gated entrance. From the moment you step into the foyer, a dramatic front to back view draws your eye straight through to the pool and peaceful backyard, setting the tone for the home’s elegant design. The main level features beautifully proportioned living spaces including a welcoming living room, sophisticated den, and formal dining room. Custom doors, expansive rooms, and graceful archways throughout the home create a seamless sense of flow and style. The impressive gourmet kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the home, complete with a large island with seating, walk-in pantry, second sink, built-in desk area, and a bright breakfast room overlooking the pool and backyard. Entertaining is effortless, with the dining room connected to the kitchen through a fully equipped butler’s pantry offering an additional sink, oven, beverage refrigerator, and ice maker. The dining room also features an artist painted wine closet. Just off the kitchen is a spacious step down family room with abundant built-ins and plenty of room for gathering and relaxing. A generously sized mudroom with a sink and cubbies for eight or more helps keep daily life organized.The expansive lower level includes the inviting “Pub Room,” highlighted by classic Chicago brick flooring and direct access to the private backyard and pool area. This level also features a full bathroom with steam shower, ample storage closets with one containing a washer and dryer. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with a sitting area, dressing area, an abundance of closets, and a spacious bath. Six additional generously sized bedrooms, each with their own en suite bathroom and walk in closet, offer comfortable accommodations. One bedroom is privately positioned, making it ideal for guests, an au pair, or an in-law suite. A basement area with high ceilings includes a basketball hoop with room for practicing foul shots while another space is for gathering, exercising and storage. Designed for easy indoor outdoor living, the home also offers a beautiful covered outdoor entertaining area just off the living room, complete with a fireplace and flat screen television. Located within the highly regarded Radnor School District and close to many top private schools, this home offers a wonderful lifestyle. Residents can enjoy easy access to the Radnor Trail, as well as nearby downtown Wayne with its shops, restaurants, train station, and the beautiful gardens of Chanticleer. Major commuting routes provide convenient travel to Center City Philadelphia and beyond.This exceptional Villanova property combines comfort and thoughtful design for entertaining in one of the area’s most desirable settings.
Pending
$4,800,000
848 Parkes Run Ln, Villanova, PA 19085
7beds
7,328sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
1.08 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$655/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sophisticated denBeautifully proportioned living spacesCustom doorsExpansive roomsWasher and dryerPrivate gated entranceGraceful archways
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 28, 2026 at 03:27pm
Listed by:
Stephenie Christos 856-577-3109,
Compass RE 6109470408,
Listing Team: The Karen Strid Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2109920
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace - Other, Attached Bathroom, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 18 X 35
Other
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15 X 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15 X 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 6
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Double Sink
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Lower
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 X 17
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20 X 17
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Double Sink
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Wet Bar, Granite Counters, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20 X 34
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 27 X 18
Mud room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Features: Wet Bar
- Level: Main
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
Storage room
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Ice Maker, Double Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Additional Stairway, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Flat, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,328
- Total interior livable area: 7,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,328
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Storage, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Salt Water, Heated, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, Hot Tub
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Backs to Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 36040250400
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Villanova
- Municipality: RADNOR TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $655/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,343,242
- Annual tax amount: $29,693
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Tbd
- Exclusions: Tbd
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/29/2026 | Pending sale | $4,800,000$655/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADE2109920 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Contingent | $4,800,000$655/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2109920 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,800,000+92%$655/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2109920 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2009 | Listing removed | $2,500,000$341/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster-Devon #5578773 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2009 | Price change | $2,500,000-28.5%$341/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster-Devon #5578773 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000+115.1%$477/sqft |
Source: Long and Foster-Devon #5530267 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2004 | Sold | $1,625,000+125.7%$222/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/1994 | Sold | $720,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,705 +3.8% | $1,653,300 |
| 2024 | $33,427 +4.1% | $1,653,300 |
| 2023 | $32,102 +1.1% | $1,653,300 |
| 2022 | $31,752 | $1,653,300 |
| 2021 | $31,752 +458.9% | $1,653,300 +58.9% |
| 2020 | $5,682 -83.8% | $1,040,400 |
| 2019 | $35,172 +2% | $1,040,400 |
| 2018 | $34,486 +491.9% | $1,040,400 |
| 2017 | $5,826 | $1,040,400 |
| 2016 | $5,826 | $1,040,400 |
| 2015 | $5,826 | $1,040,400 |
| 2014 | $5,826 +2.8% | $1,040,400 |
| 2013 | $5,670 +2.8% | $1,040,400 |
| 2012 | $5,514 +3.2% | $1,040,400 +0.9% |
| 2011 | $5,343 | $1,031,470 |
| 2010 | $5,343 +9.7% | $1,031,470 |
| 2009 | $4,872 +33.4% | $1,031,470 |
| 2008 | $3,652 +8.3% | $1,031,470 +33.4% |
| 2007 | $3,371 -2% | $773,040 |
| 2006 | $3,440 | $773,040 |
| 2005 | $3,440 | $773,040 |
| 2004 | $3,440 +8.5% | $773,040 |
| 2003 | $3,169 +7.9% | $773,040 |
| 2002 | $2,938 | $773,040 |
| 2000 | $2,938 | $773,040 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$31,633/mo
Principal & interest
$24753
Property taxes
$6880
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19085
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ithan El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Radnor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Radnor Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ithan
- Middle: Radnor
- High: Radnor
- District: Radnor Township
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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