1408 Rene Road, Villanova, PA 19085-2148 $2,689,000

Coming Soon
Interior Sq. Ft: 7,063
Acreage: 2.65
Age:46 years
Style:
Farmhouse/National Folk, Log Home
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Look no further. This breathtaking, one-of-a-kind property offers artistically designed and meticulously crafted interior and exterior living spaces at every turn. Set on a private, beautifully landscaped 2.65-acre lot with saltwater pool in Villanova's estate section, this incredible converted barn offers a spectacular sun-filled open floor plan, easily integrating interior and exterior living spaces for a comfortable family lifestyle and effortless large or smaller scale entertaining. Endless features include an open foyer leading to a 2-story great room with oversized wood burning fireplace, wet bar, voluminous beamed ceilings with trusses, large windows , with glorious views, large glass cupola and reclaimed floors, fabulous gourmet natural cherry kitchen with soapstone countertops and professional appliances, adjacent dining area, sitting room and, prep kitchen, mudroom and access to 3 garage bays and a custom designed office with beautifully crafted built-ins. The first floor also includes a spacious primary suite wing with fabulous dressing room fully outfitted with custom cabinetry and built-ins, a luxurious, bright bedroom with fireplace, private balcony, his and hers marble baths with imported fixtures and second laundry room. The second floor offers 4 additional spacious bedrooms, 2 with ensuite baths and 2 with a Jack and Jill bath, perfect for kids or guests. The third-floor loft, with amazing views of the vast architectural beam structure, also features a 5th full bathroom and flexible living space as an expanded office, gym, studio and more. The walk-out lower level offers a custom designed theater, stunning, bright studio/ office space with a gas fireplace, full bathroom, recreational space and more. This is a rare find, close to renowned Lower Merion and Private schools, top Universities, endless recreational opportunities and clubs, all forms of transportation, world class dining and entertainment, Philadelphia, New York and more
Full Bath: Upper 2
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Upper 1
Bedroom 4: Upper 1
Bedroom 5: Upper 1
Full Bath: Upper 1
Full Bath: Upper 1
Full Bath: Upper 1
Kitchen: Main
Breakfast Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Office: Main
Mud Room: Main
Half Bath: Main
Primary Bed: Main
Primary Bath: Main
Foyer: Main
Family Room: Lower 1
Media Room: Lower 1
Bonus Room: Lower 1
Full Bath: Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
Elem. School: Gladwyne Mid. School: Black Rock High School: Harrington
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Zoned Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, On Site Septic, Main Floor Laundry, Upper Floor Laundry, Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Under Ground Utilities, Water Available
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Built In, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 3;
Interior
Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Full Basement, Fully Finished Basement, Garage Access Basement, Heated Basement, Improved Basement, Interior Access Basement, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring, Wood Flooring, Slate Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
Exterior
Block Foundation, Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Frame Exterior, Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Terrace, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Secure Storage, Water Falls, Gutter System, Heated Pool, In Ground Pool, Saltwater Pool
Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Non-Tidal Wetland Lot, Not In Development Lot, Partly Wooded Lot, Premium Lot, Suburban, Courtyard View, Garden/Lawn View, Trees/Woods View, Paved Road
Select a school from the following list. Schools are grouped by school type.
The schools on this list are selected by their proximity of up to 5 miles to the property address.
Proximity does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Please contact the school directly for more information on enrollment requirements.
* If there are more than 5 schools of any type within a close proximity, click on the button to see additional schools of that type near the search address.
Public Elementary (22 schools)
Public Middle (7 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Black Rock Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Villanova | 1.72 mi |
Welsh Valley Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Narberth | 3.97 mi |
Radnor Middle School | Radnor Township School District | 6–8 | Wayne | 4.11 mi |
Upper Merion Middle School | Upper Merion Area School District | 5–8 | King of Prussia | 4.3 mi |
Colonial Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | Plymouth Meeting | 4.35 mi |
Eisenhower Middle School | Norristown Area School District | 5–8 | Norristown | 4.72 mi |
Stewart Middle School | Norristown Area School District | 5–8 | Norristown | 4.87 mi |
Public High (8 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Harriton Senior High School | Lower Merion School District | 9–12 | Bryn Mawr | 1.55 mi |
Radnor Senior High School | Radnor Township School District | 9–12 | Radnor | 2.92 mi |
Lankenau High School | Philadelphia City School District | 9–12 | Philadelphia | 3.29 mi |
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School | Colonial School District | 9–12 | Plymouth Meeting | 3.39 mi |
Lower Merion High School | Lower Merion School District | 9–12 | Ardmore | 4.16 mi |
Upper Merion High School | Upper Merion Area School District | 9–12 | King of Prussia | 4.2 mi |
Central Montco Technical High School | Central Montco Technical High School | 9–12 | Plymouth Meeting | 4.25 mi |
Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area | Norristown Area School District | 9–12 | Norristown | 4.41 mi |
Private (55 schools)
© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.
This report is a detailed community overview for Villanova (19085), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 26
- Average salary of people in this community: $126,791
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,451
- Household Size (ppl): 2.93
- Households w/ Children: 79%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 1,695 (85.0%)
- Rented: 129 (6.5%)
- Vacant: 170 (8.5%)
- Total: 1,994
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.
Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.1%
- Some High School: 0.8%
- High School Graduate: 4.6%
- Some College: 7.9%
- Associate Degree: 2.3%
- Bachelor's Degree: 36.7%
- Graduate Degree: 46.6%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $250,001
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Three Bedroom: $3,501
- Four Bedroom: $2,833
© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.
Contact Information
Schedule an Appointment to See this Home
Request more information
or call me now at 302-234-6018
Listing Courtesy of: Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty , (610) 229-9011
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement. The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
Copyright BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved
Listing data as of 8/24/2025.
Broker Compensation
An offer of broker compensation or seller concession is not a guarantee. All compensation offers and concessions are negotiable and subject to written agreement between the parties. Please consult with your real estate agent for more information.