Lower Merion School District, Montgomery County, PA
Danley
Performance Tier
Underperformer
Median Sold
$1,150,000
Avg. Appreciation
38%
Avg. $ Gain
$319,655
2025 Sales
1
Limited Activity
★ Value Play
Compared to the Lower Merion district average, Danley is
underperforming by 30%.
Based on 33 years of public sales records across 2418 neighborhoods in 4 counties.
About
Danley is a 28-unit infill townhome development constructed by Progressive New Homes, LLC between 2016 and 2018 on a two-acre site formerly occupied by a 1950s garden apartment complex owned by Main Line Health adjacent to Bryn Mawr Hospital. The development received the 2018 Synergy Award for Townhome Community of the Year from the Home Builders Associations of Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks Counties, recognized for its gambrel-roofed Dovetail Carriage Homes — a stacked-twin format designed to satisfy Lower Merion Township’s 35-foot height limit while delivering three full living levels. Residents are within walking distance of the SEPTA R-5 (Paoli/Thorndale) commuter rail station, Ludington Library, the Bryn Mawr Film Institute, and Lancaster Avenue retail and dining.
Specifications
Home Stock
Two product types: (1) Dovetail Carriage Homes — stacked twin configuration with two separate three-bedroom units per building, gambrel and mansard rooflines, brick and clapboard siding, each unit an end unit with windows on three sides, optional elevator rough-in, and attached garage. (2) Conventional townhomes — multi-level interior-row and end-unit structures with roof decks, open main-level floor plans, hardwood floors, and attached garages. All units were constructed 2016–2018 under Lower Merion Township’s 35-foot height restriction.
Location & Access
Old Lancaster Road (primary frontage) and South Merion Avenue (secondary access); within blocks of Lancaster Avenue (U.S. Route 30). Highways I-476, I-76, and PA-276 accessible within minutes per builder site.
Location Anchors
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Montgomery, PA
40.023, -75.320
What Makes This Distinct
Danley’s all-time resale data reflects a premium price tier with appreciation that has trailed the broader Lower Merion School District index — a pattern consistent with a small (28-unit), fully built-out community where inventory is structurally limited and price discovery depends heavily on individual unit type and level configuration. Buyers should confirm whether a listed unit is a Dovetail Carriage Home (stacked twin) or a conventional townhome, as the two formats differ meaningfully in floor plan, ceiling height, and access configuration.
For Buyers & Sellers
If You’re Buying
Premium market at $1.1m median. limited inventory – be patient.
If You’re Selling
Strong appreciation – sellers gained $320k on average. trailing the district by 30%. median sale price $1150k.
Worth Asking
Have you considered that Danley’s two distinct unit types — the Dovetail Carriage Home and the conventional townhome — carry different floor plans, entry configurations, and resale comparables, and that mixing them in a price analysis could produce a misleading benchmark for what your specific unit is actually worth?
Common Questions
Who built Danley and what was the original site?
Danley was developed by Progressive New Homes, LLC, founded by Sarah Peck. The site was previously a 1950s garden apartment complex owned by Main Line Health (Bryn Mawr Hospital’s parent system), which sold the property in 2013 after deciding to focus on its core healthcare mission. Progressive New Homes secured the entitlements and constructed all 28 units between approximately 2016 and 2018.
What does the HOA cover at Danley?
Per public records, the Danley HOA covers common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, snow removal, insurance, and professional management. At the time of initial sales, the monthly fee was reported at approximately $175. Prospective buyers should request the current HOA budget and reserve study directly from the association, as fees and scope can change over time.
Which schools serve Danley, and should I verify the assignment before buying?
Public sales data most frequently associates Danley addresses with Gladwyne Elementary School in the Lower Merion School District, which feeds into Black Rock Middle School and Harriton High School. However, Lower Merion School District determines eligibility by street address, not by ZIP code or mailing city, and boundaries are subject to revision. Buyers should confirm the exact assignment for a specific unit directly with LMSD’s transportation department at [email protected] before making a housing decision.
Items to Verify with Your Agent
A few specifics on this page are sourced from secondary aggregators or older filings. Confirm before relying:
- Hoa Name — The HOA is referred to colloquially as the ‘Danley Townhomes HOA’ but no formal registered legal name was found in a public filing. The name used is the common descriptor from public records and builder marketing materials. Buyer should request the HOA’s formal legal name, current budget, and reserve study at time of due diligence.
- Faq 2 A (Hoa Monthly Fee) — The $175/month figure is sourced from mainlinephillyhomes.com as of 2018 and may no longer be current. The page text intentionally avoids stating it as the current fee. Current fee must be obtained from the HOA directly.
- Elementary School Assignment — Public sales data flags Gladwyne Elementary as the most common elementary for Danley addresses. However, central Bryn Mawr addresses can fall within different LMSD attendance zones depending on the specific street. LMSD determines eligibility by street address only. Address-level confirmation from LMSD transportation department is required before publishing or advising buyers.
- Interior Sqft Range Text (Stacked Twin Lower Unit) — The 883 Old Lancaster Rd record shows 2,265 sq ft for a stacked-twin unit. The builder site references 2,500–2,800 sq ft for townhomes. The neighborhoods.com aggregator shows 2,336–2,696 sq ft. Exact range varies by unit type and finish-out; no single authoritative source covers the full spectrum of all 28 units.
- Approx Homes — Unit Type Breakdown — Builder case study states 16 stacked twins and 12 conventional townhomes (28 total). The mainlinephillyhomes.com description references ’28 twins and townhouses.’ The mainlinephillyhomes.com main-line townhouse survey states ’24 homes built in 2017,’ which conflicts with the builder’s confirmed 28-unit count. The builder’s own case study (progressivehsg.com) is treated as authoritative.
School District
Danley is served by the Lower Merion School District. Buyers should verify current school assignments directly with the district.
View Lower Merion School District Information
Sources Consulted
Public deed records · Montgomery County Recorder · progressivehsg.com · progressivenewhomes.com · mainlinephillyhomes.com · arborknoll.net · pattersonschwartz.com · homes.com · neighborhoods.com · constructioninfocus.com · lmsd.org · lowermerionhomes.com · lowermerionschooldistrict.com
Data refreshed: April 25, 2026 (median sold, appreciation, performance tiers, narratives) · Content reviewed: April 25, 2026 (overview, structural insight, FAQs)
The Cyr Team · 2418 neighborhoods · 4 counties · 33 years of public sales records