5 Upscale Homes from Margate to Ardmore and Gibsonia

In the heart of Margate, this expanded ranch pairs generous scale with an easy, everyday layout on an oversized 50’ x 108’ lot. Four bedrooms and three full baths are complemented by a private office, creating room to spread out, work from home, and host with ease. Two bedrooms include en-suite baths, offering the comfort and flexibility of dual primary suites—well suited to multigenerational living or guests who appreciate a little privacy. Warm hardwood floors run through much of the home, lending continuity across the spacious plan. At the center, a striking stone fireplace anchors the living room, setting a cozy tone for quiet evenings and lively gatherings alike. With a floor plan designed to adapt, it’s equally fitting as a year-round residence or a summer getaway.

Set in the Moylan neighborhood of Nether Providence Township, 504 Glenwood Ave reads as a place that’s been genuinely lived in and cared for. A foyer with curved stairs opens sightlines through to the yard, while a renovated eat-in kitchen—with patio access—anchors everyday routines. Entertaining is effortless in the expansive dining/living room combo, and the family room adds warmth with a wood-burning fireplace, built-in shelving, floor-to-ceiling windows, and easy access to the yard. Practicality is well handled, with a mudroom off the attached two-car garage, plus a powder room and laundry room on the main level. Upstairs, a front-to-back landing connects three bedrooms, a hall bath, and a primary suite with vaulted ceiling, decorative fireplace, dressing area, and a bath featuring a Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and long double-bowl vanity—made for unhurried mornings.

In the heart of Margate, this rare oversized corner lot offers approximately 87.57’ x 75’ of prime real estate, positioned between the beach and the bay. The existing two-bedroom, one-bath home is well maintained, comfortable, and completely livable—an easy place to settle in now while envisioning what could come next. Original hardwood floors run throughout most of the home, setting a warm tone from the bright living room to the eat-in kitchen, where a gas range anchors everyday cooking. Practical comforts include central air conditioning, forced-air heat, a tiled bathroom with a tub, and a dedicated laundry/utility room. Out front, a long screened porch invites unhurried summer evenings, with the boardwalk, restaurants, and shopping close by for effortless days in Margate.

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In the heart of Ardmore, The Arbors at Athens pairs historic soul with modern luxury inside the former First Baptist Church of Ardmore, a 1923 landmark thoughtfully reimagined for residential living in 2016. One of just four residences—and the first resale in the building—this two-story condominium makes an immediate impression with 14-foot ceilings and expansive windows that brighten the open-concept main level. Original stained-glass accents and rich hardwood floors offer a graceful nod to the structure’s heritage, while the contemporary layout supports easy, everyday entertaining. Outside, individual raised garden beds create a quiet place to put down roots and tend something green. Two garage parking spaces and a private basement storage closet add welcome practicality. With downtown Ardmore moments away and the award-winning Lower Merion School District, daily life here feels both connected and considered.

On a quiet cul-de-sac in Gibsonia, this exceptional custom design pairs timeless finishes with standout craftsmanship throughout. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with Wolf and JennAir appliances, an oversized island, and custom cabinetry that keeps the space feeling both refined and hardworking. A luxurious primary suite offers daily ease, featuring a custom closet and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors. Downstairs, a finished lower level (approximately 1,200 square feet) expands the home’s flexibility with recreation space, a kitchenette, and a dedicated fitness room. Outdoors, the experience turns decidedly resort-like: a heated lap pool anchors the setting, complemented by a covered patio and a Lynx outdoor kitchen for long, unhurried evenings at home.