1641 Ridley Creek Rd
Media, PA 19063

$1,315,000

Last Sold Price

Beds

Baths

2,965 Sq. Ft.

$444 / Sq. Ft.

2,965

Sq. Ft.

$444

per Sq. Ft.

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Closed 12/20/22

Welcome to 1641 N. Ridley Creek Road, Media, PA

Gracious stone colonial on over 4 private acres

Follow the curve of the tree-lined drive

Sunroom with brick floors and exposed stone walls

Open back stairs off the kitchen with views

Bedroom #3 currently used as a gathering space

Large apartment/aupair suite over garage

Description

From the moment you enter the curve of the tree-lined drive you know you’re leaving the regular world behind and slipping into a place of timeless magic. This rambling stone colonial home and its 4+ acres of fairytale grounds are being offered to the public for the first time in nearly fifty years. Built in 1942 for a daughter of the Biddle Family, the house has enjoyed subtle but important architectural touches over the years, accentuating the light and flow without taking away from the historical...From the moment you enter the curve of the tree-lined drive you know you’re leaving the regular world behind and slipping into a place of timeless magic. This rambling stone colonial home and its 4+ acres of fairytale grounds are being offered to the public for the first time in nearly fifty years. Built in 1942 for a daughter of the Biddle Family, the house has enjoyed subtle but important architectural touches over the years, accentuating the light and flow without taking away from the historical charm. The house begins with a covered portico featuring an antique firehouse medallion. Step into the light-filled back-to-front center hall with its dramatic curved staircase. A double-arch and column open into the spacious living room, which boasts a gas fireplace, dental molding, curved walls, and multiple windows bringing lush views of the outdoors in. French doors lead out to the sun porch where Anderson windows and multiple skylights artfully blend the outdoors with the in. A perfect spot to curl up and read, work on art or horticultural projects, or simply gaze out over the grounds and the wraparound brick patio as the seasons change, this peaceful space will allow you to commune with nature no matter the time of year. On the other side of the center hall, the formal dining room offers plenty of space for entertaining, and another door to the wraparound patio, allowing parties to spill outside on pleasant evenings. The great big kitchen features handcrafted tree-house cabinets designed and implemented by local woodworker Bok Read to honor the sylvan setting of the home. With ample space for cooking and entertaining, there is plenty of potential for a serious cook to modernize into a high-end gourmet kitchen. The handsome den boasts a beamed ceiling, brick floor and numerous built-ins. A pantry and a first-floor powder room complete the first floor. The curved staircase leads up to the second floor. The primary suite boasts a spacious bedroom the size of the living room below. This bright, romantic space offers five windows, a decorative fireplace, and a door to the full bath, which can also be accessed from the hall. Three additional bedrooms, all with beautiful views over the grounds, a second hall bath, and a second-floor laundry room may also be found on this level. Outside, a covered breezeway from the house leads to the two-car garage and two included apartments. The first-floor efficiency unit has a nice patio. The second-floor unit boasts a bedroom, living and dining room combo, and a kitchen with skylight. Both are currently on month-to-month leases. Also included is a traditional barn with work and tack spaces on the first floor, and storage upstairs with true barn doors. The expansive grounds offer something special to experience no matter the occasion. Open meadows, shaded groves, and even a rare Wanamaker pool each provide the perfect setting for picnics and parties. Oaks, maples, elms, mountain laurels, beeches, and other trees join with mature rhododendrons and so much other beautiful local plant-life to offer natural shade and screening. Every corner of this very special property seems to have been wonderfully made both for quiet contemplation and for lavish entertainment. Over the years past owners have thrown events that are still beloved community memories, including fundraisers where Count Basie and Duke Ellington performed on separate occasions. (Be sure to enjoy the photos during your tour!) Served by coveted Rose Tree-Media schools, 1641 North Ridley Creek Road is close to shopping and all major routes, and just twenty-five minutes from the Philadelphia International Airport by car. Schedule your visit to experience this once-in-a-lifetime home.

Listed by Becky Hansen
P: (610)-247-9388 becky.hansen@foxroach.com

Property Details for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Tax ID Number

35-00-01615-00

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Colonial

Levels/Stories

Furnished

LISTING UPDATED: 07/07/2023 04:33 PM

Property Details for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Status	Closed
MLS #	PADE2033780
Days on Market	4
Taxes	$17,507 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built	1942
Lot Size	4.17 AC / 181,645 SF
County	Delaware County

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PA
Delaware County
Media
Upper Providence Township - Delaware County
19063
1641 Ridley Creek Rd

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Building Information for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Stories2Year Built1942Building Size-Lot Size4.17 AC / 181,645 SF

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Principal and Interest

$6,409

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Location

School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
School District County ID: 300200397360

SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE (DELAWARE PA)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: PENNCREST (DELAWARE PA)
HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
County: DELAWARE
MLS Area: Upper Providence Twp (10435)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Assessed Value: $901,520

Year Assessed: 2022
County Tax: $2,703
Improvement Assessed Value: $655,200
City Town Tax: $2,034
Land Assessed Value: $246,320
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: R-90
Zoning: RES
Tax Lot: 092-000
School Tax: $12,769
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
# Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Basement, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Foyer
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 2

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Den
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Half Bath
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 11

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 12

Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 13

Room Type: Full Bath
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 14

Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 15

Room Type: Basement
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Basement - Partially Finished

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,965.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,081.00
Total SQFT: 2,965.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding, Stucco
Roof: Asphalt, Shake, Metal
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8019/6171/6604/801961716604_512_384_WM_ePgkz3uRmTe4vWH8.jpg
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Workshop
Foundation Details: Stone
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 174.00 x 200.00

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Partly Wooded
Fencing: Partially, Split Rail
Parcel ID: 529666

Parking

Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 3
Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Non-Functioning
Accessibility Features: None
Security Features: Security System
Window Features: Skylights
Laundry Type: Upper Floor

Exterior Features

Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, Patio(s)
Pool: Yes - Personal

Personal Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, In Ground
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities: Cable TV Available
Heating: Yes

Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer, Grinder Pump
Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Fuses

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 20, 2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1503302331	$1,315,000	—
Dec 20, 2022	Closed BRIGHT #PADE2033780	$1,315,000	—
Oct 21, 2022	Pending BRIGHT #PADE2033780		—
Oct 21, 2022	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PADE2033780		—
Oct 20, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2033780	$1,250,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/20/2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1503302331	$1,315,000
12/20/2022	Closed BRIGHT #PADE2033780	$1,315,000
10/21/2022	Pending BRIGHT #PADE2033780	—
10/21/2022	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PADE2033780	—
10/20/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2033780	$1,250,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1641 Ridley Creek Road

Taxable ValueLand$246,320Additions$655,200Total$901,520

Tax Record2025$19,802 ($1,650 / month)

Home Facts

Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,081 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,081 SqFtStories2Lot Size181,732 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1942CountyDELAWAREAPN35-00-01615-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1641 Ridley Creek Road

This home is within Rose Tree Media School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Media El School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.6 mi
8/10	Springton Lake Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.7 mi
9/10	Penncrest High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.4 mi
NR	Benchmark School	Private - Nearby school	1 to 8	0.7 mi
NR	St Mary Magdalen School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.9 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Media El School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.6 mi
8/10	Springton Lake Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.7 mi
9/10	Penncrest High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.4 mi
NR	Benchmark School Private1 to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi
NR	St Mary Magdalen School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.9 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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