904 Penn Valley Rd

2,550 Sq. Ft.
$325 / Sq. Ft.
2,550
Sq. Ft.
$325
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to The Gardener’s Cottage at Orchard Farm! This home was constructed around 1910 for Dr. Edward S. Martin at the entrance to his home on Orchard Farm. Originally, Orchard Farm was a summer retreat for Dr. Martin and a working farm. It is believed that this was the home of the gardener and family that supervised the farm. The home also included the barn which housed animals needed in and around the farm. Dr. Edward S. Martin received his undergraduate and master’s degrees from Swarthmore College...Welcome to The Gardener’s Cottage at Orchard Farm! This home was constructed around 1910 for Dr. Edward S. Martin at the entrance to his home on Orchard Farm. Originally, Orchard Farm was a summer retreat for Dr. Martin and a working farm. It is believed that this was the home of the gardener and family that supervised the farm. The home also included the barn which housed animals needed in and around the farm. Dr. Edward S. Martin received his undergraduate and master’s degrees from Swarthmore College and then attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. He became an internationally known surgeon. He held the position of Director of Public Health and Charities and he also served as the State Commissioner of Health. He served on the Board of Education for nearly 27 years and was a 3 term President. In 1886 he married Anna Rebecca Withers. Anna was the granddaughter of Eli K. Price, great uncle of none other than William Lightfoot Price the famous Philadelphia architect! A newspaper clipping from that time states that “the groom was Dr. Edward Martin, one of the best known of the younger generation of physicians in this city.” Step back in time to view this beautifully maintained Colonial Farmhouse! The Gardener’s Cottage features two covered porches, one with deacon’s benches at the entrance. Step into the foyer with formal living room and formal dining room to either side. The living room has gorgeous hardwood floors with original fireplace and views of the front lawn. The dining room is quiet and cozy, facing the rear lawn. It features a lovely chair rail and beautiful windows. The updated kitchen is open with an eat in area and breakfast peninsula. The kitchen also has outside access to the covered porch. Between the kitchen and formal living room is access to the lower-level family room. The open stairway features the original stone foundation walls and barnwood trim, it opens onto a fully refinished space. This first-floor level also includes a full bath with shower and spacious first floor laundry/mud room with rear access to the deck and entertaining space. Upstairs features a HUGE primary suite with soaring cathedral ceilings, an enormous walk-in closet and a spacious primary ensuite featuring a large soaking tub. Double sinks, plenty of storage, a roomy shower and plenty of light fill the ensuite. Three more bedrooms and a spacious, full bath fill the second floor. Access the roomy attic space through the closet. It is ideal for extra storage and see the beautiful beams featured here. The extensive driveway features parking for several cars and access to the detached barn, all 2125 square feet of it! This space is GORGEOUS and recently hosted a wedding reception and dinner! The original sliding barn doors greet you as well as a 2-piece Dutch door! Many details from the barn remain intact, there are feeding troughs, and 2 horse stalls complete with iron railings. The original grain bin is still intact on the upper floor, as well as the grain dispensers on the first floor. See the original ceramic salt dispenser for the horses still mounted on the stall wall as well as additional gates & a Ben Franklin stove still stored here! The main space could garage cars. Upstairs, the hayloft door operates and the main loft level spreads out before you, it’s fantastic! Artists space? Painting gallery? Yoga or Pilates? Let your imagination run free! The entire barn was recently re stained & the beautiful, artistic lighting creates a wonderful atmosphere. What will you host here? Behind the barn are the remnants of the old springhouse, a filled-in well and space for a garden. This property has been lovingly cared for & maintained and it’s ready for you! Close to the train and trolly, have a stroll through Media Borough’s fabulous restaurants. Located in the Award-Winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District and only 15 minutes to the airport. The Gardener’s Cottage at Orchard Farm awaits you!
  1. Listed by Kathryn Mehan • BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
    P: (610)-662-3757 kathryn.mehan@foxroach.com
  2. Listed by Scott Laughlin • BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
    P: (215)-275-1685 scott.laughlin@foxroach.com

Property Details for 904 Penn Valley Road

Tax ID Number
34-00-01876-01
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 08/02/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 904 Penn Valley Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PADE2069832
Days on Market2
Taxes$15,562 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,572 SF
CountyDelaware County

Location

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Building Information for 904 Penn Valley Road

Stories2Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,572 SF

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Property Information for 904 Penn Valley Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $436,510
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $1,309
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $264,230
  • City Town Tax: $1,510
  • Land Assessed Value: $172,280
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Tax Lot: 034-000
  • School Tax: $12,677
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Gas
Room 9
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,550.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,550.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,550.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-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: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 166.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 524806
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Grinder Pump, Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 904 Penn Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

$828,000
Jun 28, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

Jun 27, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

$779,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

$828,000
06/28/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

06/27/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2069832

$779,900

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

Public Records for 904 Penn Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$172,280Additions$264,230Total$436,510
Tax Record2026$16,756 ($1,396 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,550 SqFtStories2Lot Size26,528 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyDELAWAREAPN34-00-01876-01

Schools near 904 Penn Valley Road

This home is within Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wallingford El School
PublicK to 5

Strath Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Strath Haven High School
Public9 to 12

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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