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Sold for $415,000
  • $415,000

    497 Vernon St, Media, PA 19063

    3beds
    1,360sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $429,700 Zestimate®
    $305/sqft
    $2,847 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $429,700

    $387,000 - $477,000

    $2,847/mo

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    What's special

    New roofPrivate rear parking areaFlexible bonus roomQuiet tree-lined streetWell-proportioned bedroomsCentral hvac systemUpdated eat-in kitchen
    Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of one of Delaware County’s most beloved communities, 497 Vernon Street in Media, PA is a classic Cape Cod twin with a story to tell. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated over time, offering a perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience—all within the highly regarded Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Step inside to find a comfortable living room with a practical layout—equally suited for relaxed nights in or hosting friends. The updated eat-in kitchen features ample cabinetry, modern appliances, and the kind of cozy charm that makes everyday meals feel special. Just beyond, a flexible bonus room offers the perfect space for a formal dining area, home office, or occasional guest room. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms share an updated hall bath, and the unfinished basement provides excellent storage along with a half bathroom and laundry area—ideal for utility, projects, or future finishing. This home is part of a close-knit, walkable borough with something for everyone. Media—affectionately known as Everybody’s Hometown—offers a vibrant downtown, weekly seasonal events like Dining Under the Stars, and a host of independent shops, cafés, and restaurants along nearby State Street. Whether you’re catching live music, browsing the local farmer’s market, or dining alfresco on a summer evening, life here moves at just the right pace. Commuters will appreciate being just half a mile from SEPTA Regional Rail into Center City Philadelphia, 15 minutes from Philadelphia International Airport, and only 25 minutes to Wilmington, Delaware—making this home a true hub for work and travel alike. And when it’s time to unwind at home, you'll appreciate details that are often hard to find in a walk-to-town location: a large, fully fenced side yard—perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or play—and a private rear parking area that easily fits three cars off-street. With major updates already completed, including a new roof in 2023 and central HVAC system installed in 2020, 497 Vernon Street is move-in ready and waiting to welcome its next chapter. Come see why this home—and this town—captures hearts and feels like home from the moment you arrive.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alec Schwartz 215-919-9786,

    BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square,

    Listing Team: A-Team Home Heroes

    Bought with:

    Robin Gordon, AB049690L

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

    Joe Bonner, RSR005757

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2087854MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom 1
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Half bath
    • Level: Lower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Lower
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,010
    • Total interior livable area: 1,360 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,360
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Full
    Lot
    • Size: 4,356 sqft
    • Dimensions: 20.20 x 96.71
    • Features: SideYard(s)
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 34000089000
    • Zoning: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: AirLite
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Media
    • Subdivision: South Media
    • Municipality: NETHER PROVIDENCE TWP

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/14/2025Sold$415,000+5.1%$305/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2087854 Report a problem
    4/21/2025Pending sale$395,000$290/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2087854 Report a problem
    4/11/2025Listed for sale$395,000+84.6%$290/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2087854 Report a problem
    4/3/2025Listing removed$2,999$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/13/2025Listed for rent$2,999+5.2%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    2/25/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    2/5/2024Listed for rent$2,850+50%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    10/17/2019Listing removed$1,900$1/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Media Office #PADE100107 Report a problem
    7/28/2019Price change$1,900-2.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/9/2019Sold$214,000+9.2%$157/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/8/2019Price change$1,950-2.5%$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/6/2019Price change$2,000-9.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/24/2019Listed for rent$2,200$2/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/12/2013Sold$196,000-2%$144/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/30/2013Price change$199,900-4.8%$147/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX MAIN LINE #6245225 Report a problem
    8/8/2013Price change$209,900-4.5%$154/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX MAIN LINE #6245225 Report a problem
    7/8/2013Price change$219,900-2.2%$162/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX MAIN LINE #6245225 Report a problem
    6/6/2013Price change$224,900-2.2%$165/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6111124 Report a problem
    5/8/2013Price change$229,900-4.2%$169/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6111124 Report a problem
    9/18/2012Listed for sale$239,900+20.9%$176/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6111124 Report a problem
    9/10/2009Sold$198,500+56.3%$146/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/1/2008Sold$127,000-22.2%$93/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/10/2008Sold$163,262$120/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,769 +2.4%$212,780
    2024$7,586 +4.1%$212,780
    2023$7,289 +0.4%$212,780
    2022$7,257 +458.6%$212,780
    2021$1,299 +139%$212,780 +113.7%
    2020$544 -90.3%$99,550
    2019$5,610 +2%$99,550
    2018$5,501 +907%$99,550
    2017$546 $99,550
    2016$546 $99,550
    2015$546 $99,550
    2014$546 +2.8%$99,550
    2013$532 +2.8%$99,550
    2012$517 +0.3%$99,550
    2011$516 +2%$99,550
    2010$505 +7.5%$99,550
    2009$470 $99,550
    2008$470 +8.3%$99,550
    2007$434 $99,550
    2006$434 -2%$99,550
    2005$443 $99,550
    2004$443 +8.5%$99,550
    2003$408 +7.9%$99,550
    2002$378 $99,550
    2000$378 $99,550

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19063

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Wallingford
    • Middle: Strath Haven
    • High: Strath Haven
    • District: Wallingford-swarthmore

    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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