731 Farnum Rd

Media, PA 19063

$676,500
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,112 Sq. Ft.
$217 / Sq. Ft.
3,112
Sq. Ft.
$217
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/29/22
Closed 6/29/22

Description

Open house cancelled. Welcome home to Ridge Farm, a beautiful stone farmhouse radiating old-world charm and featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms. The home is filled with history and nestled on just under an acre of flat land. One of the many highlights of this home is the cozy wrap-around front porch with a beautiful wooded view of the 12-acre Martin Park. The custom woodwork accents the porch. The perfect spot to sip lemonade while overlooking the front lawn activities. The porch steps make an...Open house cancelled. Welcome home to Ridge Farm, a beautiful stone farmhouse radiating old-world charm and featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms. The home is filled with history and nestled on just under an acre of flat land. One of the many highlights of this home is the cozy wrap-around front porch with a beautiful wooded view of the 12-acre Martin Park. The custom woodwork accents the porch. The perfect spot to sip lemonade while overlooking the front lawn activities. The porch steps make an excellent spot for photos. A transom window over the front door allows additional light into the foyer. The thick stone walls allow for deep window sills throughout the home. The living room is complemented by a white brick fireplace. A sizable dining room is in the heart of the home and has a large coat closet. The dining room is the perfect for hosting dinner parties. Just through the dining room is the kitchen. The kitchen features a center island with seating for two, white and light sage cabinets. The powder room and a convenient mudroom lead out to the back entrance and the expansive driveway with plenty of parking. French doors lead into the most loved room in this home. The family room was designed with vaulted wood ceilings and beams to make it feel like you are relaxing in the Adirondacks. Stunning floor to ceiling, custom stone wood-burning fireplace with rustic wood mantel. 2 skylights illuminate this room with natural light. Just picture all the gatherings and cozy nights you will spend in this room. Slider to the back deck creates a nice flow for indoor/outdoor entertaining. 2nd level features 3 bedrooms, an office space/sitting room, and a full hall bathroom. On the third level of the home, there are an additional two bedrooms and a full bathroom with large storage closets on either side of the bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout the home. Unfinished basement. The pool area is the perfect setting to entertain all summer long, with plenty of deck space for friends and family. The backyard has the ideal spot for a firepit. The huge front lawn lined with the white picket fence has ample space for playing all sorts of outdoor activities like LACROSSE, Wiffleball, Soccer, and Football. LACROSSE is a staple of this home's history. Move-in just in time to enjoy the outdoor attributes of this home! Sellers are downsizing and ready to pass along their home for the next owners to love and enjoy as they did for many years. Best of all, the location! Award-Winning Rose Tree Media School District. Minutes to all the dining, shops, entertainment, and more in Media Borough. Move-in just in time for Media events like Dining Under the stars and the Media 5-Miler! Not far from outdoor adventures at Ridley Creek State Park, Tyler Arboretum, Martin Park, Crum Creek, and Rose Tree Park. Conveniently located near Media Youth Center and Cherry Street Field. Commuters delight with easy access to 476, RT 1, and I-95. Under 20 minutes to PHL international airport. Not far from the Media/Elwyn line commuter rail. Suburb life with access to Center City and Philadelphia sports stadiums. If you LOVE old charm - Don't miss out; schedule your appointment today. Home is where your story begins!
  1. Listed by Donna May Bond • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (610)-329-1398 donna.bond@longandfoster.com
  2. Listed by Christina Bond • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (610)-308-1316 christy.bond@longandfoster.com

Property Details for 731 Farnum Road

Tax ID Number
35-00-00378-01
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 06/29/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 731 Farnum Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PADE2025104
Days on Market5
Taxes$7,935 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1860
Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,817 SF
CountyDelaware County
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Building Information for 731 Farnum Road

Stories3Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,817 SF

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Property Information for 731 Farnum Road

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles, Airport less than 10 miles
  • 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
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: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $408,630
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • County Tax: $1,225
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $266,320
  • City Town Tax: $922
  • Land Assessed Value: $142,310
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 023-000
  • School Tax: $5,787
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
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: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
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, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Mud Room, Office, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,112.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,864.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,112.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Metal, Asphalt
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8015/4983/7578/801549837578_512_384_WM_mfTkP6jm1Bh8IDHP.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance
  • 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, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 225.00 x 185.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Level
  • Fencing: Picket
  • Parcel ID: 527974
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 8
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Island, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Brick, Wood
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Skylights
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://alcovevideo.com/731-farnum-rd
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Wrap Around, Roof
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Personal Pool Features: Above Ground, Fenced
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: LongandFoster.com/DonnaBond

Property History for 731 Farnum Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493111343

$676,500—
Jun 29, 2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2025104

$676,500—
May 14, 2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2025104

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493111343

$676,500
06/29/2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2025104

$676,500
05/14/2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2025104

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Public Records for 731 Farnum Road

Taxable ValueLand$142,310Additions$266,320Total$408,630
Tax Record2026$9,077 ($756 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,864 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,864 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,045 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860CountyDELAWAREAPN35-00-00378-01Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 731 Farnum Road

This home is within Rose Tree Media School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Media El School
Public - K to 5
Springton Lake Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Penncrest High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Walden School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Media El School
PublicK to 5

Springton Lake Middle School
Public6 to 8

Penncrest High School
Public9 to 12

The Walden School
PrivatePK to 8

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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