501 Bancroft Rd

Media, PA 19063

$515,000
Last Sold Price
—
Beds
3,126 Sq. Ft.
$165 / Sq. Ft.
3,126
Sq. Ft.
$165
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/11/18
Closed 4/11/18

Description

Welcome to 501 Bancroft Road! Old charm has been preserved and is abundant in this home yet the modern updates are taken care of so you can relax and enjoy. The inviting porch welcomes you to this expansive executive home. Center hall foyer is flanked on one side by sun filled living room with wood burning fireplace and bright and cheery dining room with beautiful french doors on the other side. Continue through to butler's pantry with built in wine cooler, bar sink and extra cabinet space for all...Welcome to 501 Bancroft Road! Old charm has been preserved and is abundant in this home yet the modern updates are taken care of so you can relax and enjoy. The inviting porch welcomes you to this expansive executive home. Center hall foyer is flanked on one side by sun filled living room with wood burning fireplace and bright and cheery dining room with beautiful french doors on the other side. Continue through to butler's pantry with built in wine cooler, bar sink and extra cabinet space for all your entertainment needs. The kitchen is delightful with corner bench seating breakfast nook, granite countertops, maple cabinets, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances and access to pantry/laundry room combo. Second floor has large master bedroom with bathroom and walk-in closet/dressing room. Full hall bath and 3 good sized additional bedrooms complete this level. Third floor has 2 bedrooms and updated full bath. This could be a great area for playroom, office, teenage retreat or in-law quarters. There is also full walk-in floored attic on this level for plenty of storage. The landscaping is just beautiful when in bloom with flowering trees, perfectly placed shrubbery and colorful perennials. The rear yard is very big, fully fenced in and leads to 2 car garage with automatic garage door opener and private driveway parking. There are so many other reasons to love this home. There are refinished original hardwood floors throughout first floor and in 2nd floor bedrooms, brand new carpets in 2nd floor hallway and entire 3rd floor, the septic system was fully replaced in 2016, the heating and air conditioning was replaced in 2012, the electric has been updated and there are replacement windows throughout the home. The house is situated in a prime location on a private street but within walking distance to oh so popular Media Boro! Also a commuters dream - walk across the street and hop on the train to Philadelphia. Whether it's for daily commute to the office or to have dinner in the city, it's there and very convenient! This unique home with so much to offer is waiting for a new owner. Make your appointment today!

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  1. Laurie Komorowski

    Laurie Komorowski

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Property Details for 501 Bancroft Road

Tax ID Number
34-00-00107-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3+
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/20/2025 09:10 AM

Property Details for 501 Bancroft Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1000160844
Days on Market3
Taxes$14,172 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,341 SF
CountyDelaware County
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Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

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Building Information for 501 Bancroft Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,341 SF

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Property Information for 501 Bancroft Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: Nether Providence Twp (10434)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $256,450
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: R
  • Tax Lot: 067-000
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # 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, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other, Attic
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 16 X 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 12
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 13
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 12
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 17 X 11
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 15
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 22 X 13
Room 8
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 9
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 3
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 11
  • Room Description: BEDRM 5
Room 10
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper 3
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 15
  • Room Description: BEDRM 6
Room 11
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
  • Room Description: MUDROOM
Room 12
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Walk-Up, Attic - Floored
Room 13
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,126.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
  • Total SQFT: 3,126.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3042/7412/6737/304274126737_512_384_WM_Ko2s_OfwVf-WOUmB.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Property Attached Y/N: false
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 133X183
  • Lot Features: Corner, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 522235
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, Other
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Access To Pool Y/N: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 501 Bancroft Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 11, 2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1000160844

$515,000—
Mar 28, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #630431160

$515,000

-1.9% / yr

Feb 18, 2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1000160844

—
Feb 16, 2018

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000160844

$525,000—
Aug 17, 2017

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1004098595

$499,000—
Mar 22, 2017

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004098595

$599,000—
Dec 4, 2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007915680

$624,900—
Oct 1, 2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007915680

$659,900—
Jun 29, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #226057818

$635,000

+30.1% / yr

Jun 29, 2007

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE128220

$635,000—
Jan 7, 2007

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE128220

—
May 19, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE128220

$699,850—
Jul 30, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #288171079

$295,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/11/2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1000160844

$515,000
03/28/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #630431160

$515,000

-1.9% / yr

02/18/2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1000160844

—
02/16/2018

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000160844

$525,000
08/17/2017

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1004098595

$499,000
03/22/2017

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004098595

$599,000
12/04/2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007915680

$624,900
10/01/2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007915680

$659,900
06/29/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #226057818

$635,000

+30.1% / yr

06/29/2007

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE128220

$635,000
01/07/2007

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE128220

—
05/19/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE128220

$699,850
07/30/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #288171079

$295,000

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

Public Records for 501 Bancroft Road

Taxable ValueLand$172,430Additions$300,920Total$473,350
Tax Record2025$26,429 ($2,202 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,531 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,531 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,358 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyDELAWAREAPN34-00-00107-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 501 Bancroft Road

This home is within Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wallingford El School
Public - K to 5
Strath Haven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Strath Haven High School
Public - 9 to 12
The School In Rose Valley
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Wallingford El School
PublicK to 5

Strath Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Strath Haven High School
Public9 to 12

The School In Rose Valley
PrivatePK to 6

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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