857 BRIARWOOD RD
NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA 19073
$2,200,000
Beds:
5
Baths:
5
| 1
Sq. Ft.:
6,050
Type:
House
Listing #PADE2121520
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 façade 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 façade 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.
Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton (610) 363-4300
Property Features
County:
DELAWARE-PA
Municipality:
RADNOR TWP
Latitude:
40.0042
Longitude:
-75.38133
MLS Area:
Radnor Twp (10436)
Subdivision:
GREENE COUNTRIE
Directions:
Use GPS
Total Rooms:
10
Interior:
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 Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen -
Full Baths:
5
1/2 Baths:
1
Has Fireplace:
Yes
Number of Fireplaces:
2
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Multi Units, Ductless/Mini-Split, Electric
Floors:
Concrete, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Laundry:
Lower Floor
Water Heater:
Natural Gas
Appliances:
Built-In Range, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading
Has Basement:
No
Accessibility:
>84" Garage Door, 2+ Access Exits, 32"+ wide Doors, 3
Style:
Mid-Century Modern
Is New Construction:
No
Construction:
Brick
Exterior:
BBQ Grill, Stone Retaining Walls
Foundation:
Slab
Roof:
Flat
Septic or Sewer:
Public Sewer
Has Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
3
Parking Spaces:
3
Patio / Deck Description:
Patio
Has a Pool:
Yes
Pool Description:
InGround
Lot Size in Acres:
2.66
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.:
115,781
Zoning:
RESIDENTIAL
Condition:
Excellent, Good, Very Good
Garage Description:
Additional Storage Area
Has Waterfront:
No
Has Water Access:
No
Windows/Doors Description:
Sliding; Sliding Glass
School District:
RADNOR TOWNSHIP
ListDate:
2026-08-13 00:00:00.0
Possession:
0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD
Property Type:
SFR
Property SubType:
Detached
Levels:
2
Year Built:
1966
Status:
Active
Active Adult Community:
No
Tax Year:
2026
Tax Amount:
$17,953
Ownership Interest:
Fee Simple
Inclusions:
Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer, all in as is condition
Available For Lease:
No
Square Feet Source:
Estimated
Is A Condo:
No
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