228 CHURCH ROAD, ELKINS PARK, PA 19027

$899,000

Architectural Elegance Meets Artistic Inspiration Discover a rare retreat where architectural innovation, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, blends seamlessly with modern luxury and artistic vision. This custom-designed mid-century residence, crafted by architect Walter J. Magill, offers an extraordinary fusion of design sophistication, creative energy, and purposeful functionality. Today, the home… Read More serves as much more than a residence. It is a vibrant sanctuary for internationally acclaimed artists and creative communities from New York City and Philadelphia. Functioning as a home, event venue, professional art gallery, and broadcast-quality recording studio, the property provides a dynamic and inspiring environment. The expansive wall space is ideal for curators, collectors, and visual artists to showcase large-scale works, making this a truly expressive and versatile setting. From the moment you enter, you're immersed in thoughtful architectural detailing: a sunken living room with soaring 20-foot ceilings, two beveled fireplace walls that dramatize vertical space, graceful archways, a sculptural rounded centerpiece column, and custom curved walls upstairs that evoke the home's fluid, almost liquid architectural flow. These elements are grounded by hand-selected Brazilian teak wood floors, prized for their resilience and beauty, and framed by exposed high-contrast ceiling beams for an added artistic edge. The gourmet kitchen is equally impressive - both a culinary workspace and a performance-ready stage. It's outfitted with professional-grade appliances, including a Thermador microwave, a Dacor stove, and a professional series KitchenAid double oven and dishwasher. The kitchen has hosted art auctions, private concerts, and notable fundraising chef-table experiences. The Samsung's interchangeable color-paneled fridge (extra sets included), paired with Murano glass handles from a Venetian artisan collection, and remote-controlled kitchen blinds to fine-tune natural light and privacy. The open-concept main level is filled with natural light, enhanced by top-of-the-line Bali blinds with versatile top-down/bottom-up functionality. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms plus a dedicated laundry. The primary bedroom offers exceptional storage with two large walk-in closets and an additional floor-to-ceiling 8-foot-long mirrored closet. Two of the other bedrooms also feature mirrored closet doors, expanding light and visual space. Other interior highlights include three modern gas fireplaces, a refinished yellow whirlpool tub designed for multi-person use, electronic Mitsubishi split systems in all bedrooms, the kitchen/dining area, and the music studio, as well as a two-zone central HVAC system and full wall insulation for low utility costs and customizable comfort. The walk-out basement is a creative haven like no other, featuring a fully insulated, broadcast-quality music recording studio, a professional art gallery with museum-grade lighting, and a private guest or in-law suite with a full kitchen, bath, and living space. It includes two separate entrances and access via a circular driveway that accommodates up to eight cars. Outdoor living is equally versatile, with two thoughtfully designed patios. A cozy elevated patio off the living room is perfect for quiet mornings or evening unwinding, while a spacious garden-level patio is ideal for cookouts, gatherings, and open-air dining. Complemented by Italian-inspired lawn lighting on a timer, the exterior ambiance transitions beautifully into evening. The driveway was repaved in 2023, and the property also includes a substantial barn with endless potential - as a studio, gallery, performance space, or workshop. The prime location is just a 10-minute walk to the train station, with only two stops to Center City, a 10-minute drive to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Target and only a 5-minute walk to a newly developed creekside walking and biking trail. Read Less

Courtesy of Rob Lamb, Compass Pennsylvania, LLC [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 26, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

5,500

Lot Size

0.28 Acres

Year Built

1985

MLS Number

PAMC2143694

30 Days Snapshot Of 19027

$350k

-2%

(avg) sold price

-27%

homes sold

-27%

(avg) days on market

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Appliances & Equipment

Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Disposal, Cooktop, Energy Efficient Appliances, Icemaker, Microwave

Basement

Full, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished

Building

5,500 sqft living area, 5,500 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1985, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: High,9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, 3 levels, Contemporary, Stucco

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C, Zoned, Energy Star Cooling System

Doors

Sliding Glass

Exterior Features

Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Play Area

Fireplaces

3 fireplaces

Floors

Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Renewable

Foundation

Block

Heating

Natural Gas, Heat Pump(s)

Interior Features

Floor Plan - Open, Upgraded Countertops, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Wet/Dry Bar, Sauna, Kitchen - Island, Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Wood Floors

Lot

12,035 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 0.00, 0.28 acres

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s)

Roof

Pitched

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $1,752, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $924, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $9,357, Tax Annual Amount: $12,103, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Hot Water: Electric

Windows

Atrium, Energy Efficient, Insulated

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