Gladwyne
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Gladwyne Residents React to Jeff Yass–Backed Redevelopment Vision
Pennsylvania’s richest man, Jeff Yass, backs a plan to revitalize much of Gladwyne’s downtown, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposal was unveiled last week during a packed public meeting, marking the first time details of the long-rumored project were shared with the community. The plan is being led by Haldon House, working…
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A Gladwyne Mansion That Defies Today’s Lower Merion Zoning Codes Hits Market
A stately 18,000-square-foot mansion in Gladwyne’s coveted estate section has just hit the market, listed for $7.875 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Tucked behind gates on 1.5 manicured acres along Waverly Road, the home offers eight bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, and luxury features across four sprawling levels — including a pool, a…
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WSJ: Main Line Traditions with Million Dollar Views in Gladwyne
Gladwyne is a small but prestigious Main Line community where historic mansions meet modern luxury, writes Jessica Flint for the Wall Street Journal. Once a retreat for wealthy Philadelphians thanks to the expanding Pennsylvania Railroad, this roughly five-square-mile gem remains one of Pennsylvania’s priciest places to live—with a median home listing price of $3.7 million…
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Gladwyne Mediterranean-style Home Next to Philadelphia Country Club Hits Market for $5.45M
A Mediterranean-style Gladwyne home that is adjacent to Philadelphia Country Club on an attractive 4.14-acre property has hit the market for $5.45 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This six-bedroom, nine-bathroom residence features a pool, a tennis court, along with an indoor squash court. The property is owned by Chase Lenfest, son…
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Waverly Heights in Gladwyne Donates More Than 1,000 Books to Treehouse Books Nonprofit
Residents at Waverly Heights in Gladwyne, a nationally accredited, nonprofit Life Plan Community, has collected and donated over 1,000 books to the Treehouse Books nonprofit. The drive, which is currently in its third year, was organized by the Waverly Heights Diversity Committee. “We are energized by the continued participation by residents and staff in our…
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La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation
La Colombe co-founder and Gladwyne resident Todd Carmichael would like to see the brand refocus on innovation and the development of its coffee products and brick-and-mortar cafes, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Carmichael, who separated from La Colombe after it was acquired by Chobani, shared his vision during an event last week…
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Striking Makeover Provides This Gladwyne Colonial with More Functionality
High-profile architectural firm Northworks recently helped a Gladwyne family redesign their colonial home to provide it with more functionality, writes Ashley Primis for the Philadelphia Magazine. At first, the couple believed they needed more space and were prepared for significant additions to their home. However, in drafting plans with Rachel Thompson of Northworks, they realized…
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Campbell Soup Heir’s Former Estate in Gladwyne To Sell At Auction
Linden Hill, the former home of Campbell Soup heirs for nearly 50 years, will be heading to auction in May, writes Lauren Peacock for Mansion Global. The French Norman-style stone mansion, which spans some 14,467 square feet and is accompanied by 26.3 acres, is being sold by Robert Burch, a venture capitalist. “We are really…
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Gravestone Conservator Honors History of Har Hasetim Cemetery in Gladwyne
Gravestone conservator Joe Ferrannini has been helping preserve the Har Hasetim, a historic Jewish cemetery in Gladwyne, for the past seven years, writes Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia. The Har Hasetim was founded in the 1890s by several Jewish burial societies. It had its last burial in 1945. “I view Har Hasetim as a…
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Castle-like Gladwyne Mansion Gets 22 Percent Price Cut, Now Listed for $10.9M
The seven-acre Wooded Hill mansion estate in Gladwyne with a gorgeous castle-like mansion and a golf green has had a price cut of $3 million and is now listed for $10.9 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property is located in a private wooded area. It was originally priced at $13.9…
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Property in Hamptons Purchased By Gladwyne Real Estate Developer Hits Market Again For $99.5M
A Hamptons compound purchased by Gladwyne real estate developer Michael Karp for $118.5 million in late 2021 is once again on the market now for $99.5 million, writes Zachary Kussin for the New York Post. The property consists of two homes located at 70 and 71 Cobb Lane, the priciest residential property for sale in…
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Gladwyne Mega Mansion with Indoor Pool and Bowling Alley Is on the Market
A 7.25-acre estate in Gladwyne on Merion Square Road with seven bedrooms and 16 bathrooms is on the market for $11.999 million writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The home was built in 2007 and includes many unique features such as grand staircases, large chandeliers, handcrafted sculpting, and Bellagio-style fountains. Inside the home, there…
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After Leading Operation Warp Speed, Local Man Back in the Biotech Business
After wrapping up his seven-month role in public service as a top scientist at Operation Warp Speed – the effort by former President Donald Trump to rush coronavirus vaccines to market – Gladwyne’s Moncef M. Slaoui is back in the profitable end of the biotech business, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former…
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Local Scoutmaster Conquers Mount Everest
After preparing for the climb for more than a year, Bruce Terry, Scoutmaster of Troop 181 in Gladwyne, conquered Mount Everest and completed his Seven Summits quest, writes Bruce Terry for Scouting Magazine. During his 20 minutes at the top – it’s not safe to linger longer due to lack of oxygen – Terry unfurled…
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QVC and Franklin Mint Founder Joe Segel Dies at 88
Joe Segel, who founded more than 20 companies including TV shopping behemoth QVC and the Franklin Mint during his five-decade-long career, has died in Gladwyne of natural causes aged 88, writes Ryan Sharrow for the WHYY. Segel started West Chester-based QVC 23 years ago. It was carried by 58 cable providers in 20 states. Today,…
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