51 SCOTT ROAD, GLEN MILLS, PA 19342 - Turning Houses into Homes!

$849,000

Welcome to 51 Scott Road, the former Trimble-Palmer House and Scotland Farm, a Revolutionary War-era estate where history and natural beauty converge. Nestled on nearly 3 private acres, this impressive home is perfectly positioned between the 160-acre Newlin Grist Mill park, with its breathtaking waterfalls and 8 miles of trails,… Read More and 42.5 acres of protected township open space, offering a lifestyle of unparalleled tranquility. Step inside and be captivated by original details that tell a story of centuries past: wide-plank hardwood floors, two working fireplaces with hand-crafted mantels, deep-set windows, and high ceilings that fill the oversized rooms with light. The home's intelligent design, featuring two staircases, ensures a wonderful flow for both modern living and grand entertaining. UPDATE: Electric info has been corrected to 200 Amp Service The journey begins in the covered center-hall entrance, leading to a gracious foyer with a curved staircase. Discover an oversized living room, a grand dining room ready for a 12-person soire9;e, and the warm inviting heart of the home, the kitchen. Housed in the original 1780s section, the kitchen features a charming inglenook fireplace, creating a cozy gathering spot. Upstairs, the home reveals its flexibility with seven generously size bedrooms. The second floor hosts several bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private ensuite, a convenient second-floor laundry, and a sunny Jack-and-Jill bathroom. The home's impressive curved staircase ascends to the third level, where three additional bedrooms and a large walk-in closet await. The wrap-around porch provides a sweeping view of the countryside, tennis court, pond, and the Newlin Grist Mill park. A William Penn Oak tree still adorns the property. Just down the hill from the house sits a spacious lean-to style barn allowing for protected storage of grass cutting and other equipment and a large fenced in area for animals. An expansive greenhouse sits outside the walkout basement just ahead of the 1/8 acre which the owners cultivated as a large garden for many years. There is ample acreage to plant fruit trees and restore the garden to its original use. The patio and oversized deck afford a great space for entertaining. This is more than a home; it's a piece of American history. Whether your passion is horses, fishing, gardening, tennis, a small hobby farm, or simply privacy, the expansive grounds provide unmatched flexibility. Convenient to shopping, dining, arts, and medical facilities, this home also allows for quick access to I-95, the new Wawa Train Station, Philadelphia airport and Shore points. The tranquility of this peaceful, park-like setting is a unique opportunity for lovers of historic properties seeking a renovation project and the charm of all that this home has to offer. Property Highlights: a8; Nearly 3 acres of cultivable land. Ample sunny and shaded areas for diverse plantings, from flower beds to a large garden. a8; Seven bedrooms with 3-1/2 baths a8; 4,969 square feet of living space a8; Wrap-around porch, partially enclosed with split heat/AC system. a8; Oversized rooms, high ceilings, and large windows a8; Lots of Large closets! a8; Second floor laundry a8; Generac generator a8; Newly installed propane heat a8; Available hook up to public sewer a8; Walkout basement a8; Greenhouse a8; Above Ground Pool a8; Lean-to barn and fenced area for animals a8; Tennis court / basketball court a8; Pond serves as a perfect fishing spot and has hosted many skating parties a8; Great sledding hills! a8; Privacy, privacy, privacy on a quiet street a8; Ample parking Read Less

Courtesy of Anne Marie Hanlon, Walter M Wood Jr Inc [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Dec 14, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,969

Lot Size

2.99 Acres

Year Built

1847

MLS Number

PADE2103586

30 Days Snapshot Of 19342

$481k

-29%

(avg) sold price

+60%

homes sold

+33%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Road Responsibility: Boro/Township, Black Top

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater

Basement

Dirt Floor, Full, Daylight, Partial, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Level

Building

4,969 sqft living area, 4,969 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1847, Structure Type: Detached, 3 levels, Federal, Stucco

Cooling

None, None

Doors

Storm

Accessibility Features

2+ Access Exits

Fence

Vinyl

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Wood

Floors

Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated

Foundation

Stone

Heating

Propane - Owned, Hot Water

Interior Features

Additional Stairway, Attic, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wood Floors

Laundry

Upper Floor

Lot

130,244 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00, 2.99 acres, Adjoins - Open Space, Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Fishing Available, Hunting Available, Front Yard, Pond, Rear Yard, Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded

Parking

Asphalt Driveway

Property

Historic, Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Patio(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around, Deck(s), View: Pond, Creek/Stream, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Scenic Vista

Roof

Asphalt

Sewer

On Site Septic

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $289, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $1,755, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $8,450, Tax Annual Amount: $10,494, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Hot Water: S/W Changeover, Cable TV, Multiple Phone Lines, Phone Connected, Propane, Sewer Available

Windows

Wood Frame

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