This classic 1955 ranch in the beloved Riddlewood community of Media delivers warmth, character, and the outdoor space to match — nearly half an acre in the esteemed Rose Tree Media School District. The living room anchors the home, centered on a handsome wood-burning fireplace. Original hardwood floors throughout. Oversized picture windows in the front and back flood the first floor with natural light. The dining room and kitchen flow naturally from the living space, overlooking the expansive backyard — making indoor-outdoor living effortless. Downstairs, the expansive finished basement sits above grade, functioning as true additional living space that lets in light and provides direct yard access. A second full bath makes it genuinely versatile: home office, playroom, guest suite, workout space. Add in the substantial storage throughout. Nearly half an acre of lush front and back yard — rare for the area — gives you room to breathe, play, and garden in a way most suburban properties simply don't allow. And the location delivers — minutes drive from the charming shops and restaurants of downtown Media, walking distance from Wolff's Apple House and the local swim club, with easy access to Route 1, 352, and I-476 making commutes to Philadelphia, Wilmington, and the Main Line a breeze. One of the most sought-after addresses and school districts in Delaware County, this is one of those neighborhoods people actively seek out and rarely leave.
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
16 War Admiral Ln, Media, PA 19063
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.44 Acres Lot
$552,600 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$3,733 Estimated rent
Home value
$552,600
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Wood-burning fireplaceExpansive backyardSubstantial storage throughoutOriginal hardwood floors throughout
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Listed by:
Karrie Gavin 215-260-1376,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square,
Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group
Bought with:
Ed Foy, RS331193
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2109912
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Windows,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,900
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 200.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 27000271300
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Riddlewood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Media
- Municipality: MIDDLETOWN TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $289/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $267,990
- Annual tax amount: $5,580
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $550,000$289/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADE2109912 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $550,000$289/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2109912 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Contingent | $550,000$289/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2109912 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+6.8%$289/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2109912 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2022 | Sold | $515,000+24.1%$271/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2024418 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Pending sale | $415,000$218/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #PADE2024418 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $415,000$218/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #PADE2024418 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Pending sale | $415,000$218/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2024418 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,514 +6.4% | $267,990 |
| 2024 | $5,181 +3.6% | $267,990 |
| 2023 | $4,999 +2.6% | $267,990 |
| 2022 | $4,870 | $267,990 |
| 2021 | $4,870 +561.2% | $267,990 +98.7% |
| 2020 | $737 -83.3% | $134,870 |
| 2019 | $4,403 +1.4% | $134,870 |
| 2018 | $4,343 +486.7% | $134,870 |
| 2017 | $740 -2% | $134,870 |
| 2016 | $755 | $134,870 |
| 2015 | $755 | $134,870 |
| 2014 | $755 +2.8% | $134,870 |
| 2013 | $735 +2.8% | $134,870 |
| 2012 | $715 +2.3% | $134,870 |
| 2011 | $699 +2% | $134,870 |
| 2010 | $685 +7.5% | $134,870 |
| 2009 | $637 | $134,870 |
| 2008 | $637 +8.3% | $134,870 |
| 2007 | $588 | $134,870 |
| 2006 | $588 -2% | $134,870 |
| 2005 | $600 | $134,870 |
| 2004 | $600 +8.5% | $134,870 |
| 2003 | $553 +7.9% | $134,870 |
| 2002 | $513 | $134,870 |
| 2000 | $513 | $134,870 |
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Neighborhood: 19063
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Glenwood El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Springton Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 9/10Penncrest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Glenwood
- Middle: Springton Lake
- High: Penncrest
- District: Rose Tree Media
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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