First Bank House of the Week: Timeless Tudor Revival in Elkins Park Hits the Market for $1.3M

Set on over an acre along Cedar Road in Elkins Park, this stately 1928 Tudor Revival home blends historic character with modern updates and is listed at $1,295,000.

Designed by acclaimed architect Robert Rodes McGoodwin, the 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath stone residence features signature craftsmanship throughout, from walnut floors and arched doorways to marble and stone fireplaces.

8216 Cedar Road, Elkins Park.

A grand central staircase anchors the home, with formal living and dining spaces, a sunny breakfast room, and a glass-enclosed sun porch overlooking the gardens. The kitchen boasts granite counters, a mosaic backsplash, an induction cooktop, double ovens, and radiant marble floors.

Upstairs, the primary suite includes a fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa-style bath with heated floors. Additional highlights include a third-floor suite, reading room, fully equipped pottery studio, and a renovated basement with exterior access.

Outdoors, curated gardens span multiple zones—from an Asian-inspired courtyard with a Japanese maple to a private bocce court and flagstone patio perfect for summer entertaining. The home also includes a separately deeded second lot fronting Sterling Road.

Families will appreciate the home’s proximity to top-rated local schools: Elkins Park School, Cedarbrook Middle School, and Cheltenham High School, all part of the award-winning Cheltenham School District.

To view more details and photos of this one-of-a-kind property, click Realtor.com.


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