$575,000
UNDER CONTRACT

40 Preston Rd Media, PA 19063

Estimated payment $3,575/month

Total Views 14,321
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,694 Sq Ft
$339 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Rose Tree Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers an ideal location on a quiet, established street with a true neighborhood feel without the fees of an HOA. Conveniently situated just off Route 252 and one block from Route 1, the property provides quick access to Baltimore Pike, I-95, Route 476, Newtown Square, Malvern and Phoenixville. Downtown Media shops & restaurants, Rose Tree Media School District elementary & middle school, and Rose Tree Park are all nearby.

Recent updates include a brand new roof and new chimney lines. The five year old kitchen features stainless steel appliances and pantry adjacent to the first floor laundry room. Both bathrooms have been stylishly renovated. The family room includes an electric fireplace. The primary bedroom offers a walk in closet. Additional features include a walk up attic with headroom and a first floor office that can serve as a guest room or flex space.

Outdoor features include a covered front porch, a fenced backyard, a 220V 50 amp GFCI outlet in the backyard for a hot tub, sauna or EV hookup, a firepit, paved patio and walk in shed. The driveway can accommodate four cars with additional street parking available. Gas service fuels the furnace and outdoor pit.

Buyer and agent to verify taxes and square footage.

Listing Agent

LINDA STRAUSS

(610) 733-5713 linda.strauss@att.net BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square License #RS299548 Listed on: 08/22/2025

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,720

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 56.00 x 111.00
  • South Facing Home
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-10

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,694 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Rose Tree Elementary School
  • Springton Lake Middle School
  • Penncrest High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Media Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 233-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 35-00-01509-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,720

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: sellers personal property
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1694
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1694
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 339.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1694
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: ROSE TREE
  • High School: PENNCREST
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 56.00 x 111.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R-10

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4823.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6720.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 35-00-01509-00
  • Tax Lot: 233-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,270 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2024 $6,270 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2023 $6,050 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2022 $5,876 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2021 $9,730 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2020 $4,702 $130,780 $38,610 $92,170
2019 $4,618 $130,780 $38,610 $92,170
2018 $4,546 $130,780 $0 $0
2017 $4,444 $130,780 $0 $0
2016 $718 $130,780 $0 $0
2015 $732 $130,780 $0 $0
2014 $718 $130,780 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Price Changed $575,000 -2.0% $339 / Sq Ft
09/27/2025 09/27/25 Price Changed $587,000 -2.1% $347 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Price Changed $599,500 -4.1% $354 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $625,000 -- $369 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $280,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Guaranty Compa
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- T A Title Insurance Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $274,928 FHA
Previous Owner $161,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $18,300 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE2098128

Bright MLS

APN: 35-00-01509-00