Sell My Home in Ardmore PA
Ardmore is one of the Main Line's most transit-accessible and commercially active communities — the commercial and transit hub of Lower Merion Township, served by the Lower Merion School District, with SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale regional rail line running through Ardmore Station and a walkable downtown along Lancaster Avenue that has continued to strengthen over the past decade. Ardmore offers something genuinely rare on the Main Line: Lower Merion School District access at price points accessible to a broad range of buyers, making it consistently one of the most active markets in the township.
Josh Wernick - REALTOR®
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Lower Merion Township Resale Certification — Ardmore Sellers
Ardmore is located within Lower Merion Township. All property sales in Lower Merion Township require a Resale Certification before closing.
Lower Merion Township Resale Certification — Ardmore
Required: Yes
Fee: $80 if application submitted 20 or more days before settlement
Fee: $145 if application submitted fewer than 20 days before settlement
Timeline: 30 to 60 days
Inspects: Sidewalks and curbs in good repair, property address posted visibly from street, smoke detectors in all bedrooms and every level
Contact: Lower Merion Township Building and Planning Department, 610-645-6200
Key takeaway: Apply at least 30 to 60 days before your target closing date. The fee nearly doubles for late applications.
The Ardmore Real Estate Market
Ardmore's housing stock is diverse — historic twins and row homes near the walkable commercial core, single-family homes on residential streets, and some newer construction on the township's periphery. This diversity produces a correspondingly wide price range and buyer pool. Philadelphia buyers making the suburban transition are a significant part of the Ardmore buyer profile, drawn by the SEPTA access and walkable downtown character that make the transition feel less dramatic. Local buyers targeting the Lower Merion School District at accessible price points are equally important.
Correctly pricing for your specific housing type and condition within the current Ardmore market is essential. A twin near Ardmore Station prices and sells differently than a detached single-family home two blocks away, even though both have the same school district and roughly the same walkability score.
Every Home Is Different. Find Out What Yours Is Worth.
A free pre-listing walk-through with Josh Wernick - REALTOR® covers your specific Ardmore home's condition and what matters before listing, your Lower Merion Township Resale Certification timeline, accurate pricing based on your specific property type and comparable sales, and exactly what to do before hitting the market. No obligation.
Call or text Josh Wernick - REALTOR® at 267-934-5674
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Sell My Home in Ardmore PA - FAQ
Is there a Use and Occupancy inspection required to sell a home in Ardmore PA?
Yes. Ardmore is within Lower Merion Township, which requires a Resale Certification for all property sales. The fee is $80 if applied 20 or more days before settlement, and $145 if applied fewer than 20 days. The process takes 30 to 60 days.
What school district is Ardmore PA in?
Ardmore is served by the Lower Merion School District.
How much is my home worth in Ardmore PA?
Ardmore home values vary significantly based on housing type — twins, row homes, and single-family detached — condition, and proximity to the walkable downtown and SEPTA station. A free Comparative Market Analysis from Josh Wernick - REALTOR® gives you the accurate answer. Call 267-934-5674.
Is there a train from Ardmore to Philadelphia?
Yes. SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale regional rail line serves Ardmore Station with direct service to Center City Philadelphia, making Ardmore particularly attractive to Philadelphia buyers and commuters.