Roberta Hickman

857 Briarwood Road

Newtown Square, PA
$ 2,200,000 Beds 5 Baths 5.5 Sq 6,050 Virtual Tour
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS Main Line location in Radnor Township Radnor School District 2.66-acre private homesite surrounded by mature woodland 5,500 sqft Main House and 550 sqft Pool House Mid-Century Modern residence Rear-facing architectural faade oriented toward the natural landscape Walled private motor court Walls of glass, skylights & soaring ceilings Pool + separate pool house / dwelling Pool house includes bedroom, full bath, living area & kitchen ideal as an in-law suite, guest house or private retreat A rare architectural offering on Philadelphia's Main Line. Set at the end of a long, private drive in sought-after Greene Countrie, 857 Briarwood Road offers an extraordinary combination of Mid-Century Modern architecture, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living. Originally built in 1966 by local developer Robert Balbirnie, the approximately 6,050-square-foot residence (5,500 sqft Main House and 550 sqft Pool House) was designed as a private compound for sophisticated living and entertaining. Unlike a traditional street-facing home, its architectural faade faces the rear of the property, creating a dramatic and highly private relationship with the surrounding landscape. A striking walled motor court provides a distinctive sense of arrival, while expansive walls of glass, sliding doors, skylights, and soaring ceilings bring natural light and the wooded setting into the home. Generous entertaining spaces and wet bars reflect the home's original design for gatherings and sophisticated living. The property also features a pool and separate pool house, offering exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or multi-generational living. With a bedroom, full bathroom, living area, and kitchen, the separate dwelling could serve as an in-law suite, guest house, pool house, or private retreat. The home's distinctive geometric design has long drawn comparisons to the work of I.M. Pei, and according to the property's history, Balbirnie and Pei are believed to have spoken during the home's design. Whether influence or coincidence, the architectural connection adds another fascinating layer to this one-of-a-kind residence. An authentic 1960s architectural statement, a private compound, and a truly distinctive Main Line offering 857 Briarwood Road is a home unlike any other.

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  • Price
  • $ 2,200,000
  • City
  • Newtown Square
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 5
  • County
  • DELAWARE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Radnor Twp
  • Lot Size
  • 2.66 Acres
  • Zip
  • 19073
  • Sqr Footage
  • 6,050
  • Year Built
  • 1966
  • Taxes
  • $ 17953
  • Style
  • Mid-Century Modern
  • MLS#
  • PADE2121520
Listed By: Gina McDonald with Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton - 6103634300;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 6050
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Multi Units,Ductless/Mini-Split
Possession 0-30 Days CD,31-60 Days CD,61-90 Days CD
Roof Flat
Appliances Built-In Range,Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Dryer - Front Loading,Oven - Wall,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Garage Spaces 3.00
Patio/Porch Features Patio(s)
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Pool Features In Ground
Construction Materials Brick
School District RADNOR TOWNSHIP
Year Built 1966
Levels 2
Tax Year 2026
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Accessibility >84 Garage Door,2+ Access Exits,32 + wide Doors,36 + wide Halls,Roll-in Shower
County DELAWARE
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name GREENE COUNTRIE
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 5
Status ACTIVE
Directions Use GPS
City NEWTOWN SQUARE
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Radnor Twp (10436)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 115781.00
Tax Assessed Value 776690.0
Tax Annual Amount 17953.0
Home Warranty Y/N No
Property Condition Excellent,Good,Very Good
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 2
Bathrooms Count Main Level 3.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 363.64
Historic Y/N No
Lease Considered Y/N No
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://youtube.com/shorts/Lc3DIfoQGHA?feature=share
Total SQFT 6050
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Estimated
Tax Lot 083-000
Association Recreation Fee No

Interior Features

Interior Amenities 2nd Kitchen,Bar,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Combination Dining/Living,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Combination Kitch
Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Flooring Concrete,Hardwood,Tile/Brick
Total Fireplaces 2
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) No
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Sliding
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 6050
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N No
Total Bedrooms 5
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Laundry Type Lower Floor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels 3
Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 3
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 3
Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels 3
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 3.00
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels 3
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities BBQ Grill,Stone Retaining Walls
Pool Yes - Personal
Water Source Public
Inclusions Refrigerator,Washer and Dryer,all in as is condition
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Features Additional Storage Area
Type of Parking Detached Garage,Driveway
Foundation Details Slab
Water View Y/N No
Lot Size Acres 2.66
Lot Size Source Estimated
Waterfront Y/N No
Door Features Sliding Glass
Land Assessed Value 256110.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Detached Garage Spaces 3

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Blue Bell, PA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Ithan Elementary School
Middle School Radnor Middle School
High School Radnor High School

Price History

8/11/2026 Listed $2,200,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 19073

Price
AVG $1.8M
$2.2M
Taxes
AVG $13,540
$17,953
Year Built
AVG 1981
1966
Visits
AVG 496
28
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857 Briarwood Road Newtown Square, PA is a Single Family Home for sale at $2200000 with 6050 sqft and a lot size of 2.66 Acres Acre(s). 857 Briarwood Road Newtown Square has 5 bedrooms, 5 baths and was built in 1966. The property's zip code is 19073 which is in Newtown Square, PA

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