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The heart of Delaware County
Media, Latin for ‘middle,’ is known as the heart of Delaware County, not only because it’s the county seat located right in the center, but because of its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, which inspired the nickname, “Everybody’s Hometown.” Realtor Jody Allen Evangelista with Coldwell Banker Realty has lived in Media for more than 50 years. She says, "Everybody fits into this town. It doesn't matter who you are, what you believe or who you vote for. Everyone is welcome."
Media prides itself on its town slogan, "everybody's hometown."
Media provides the perfect balance of small town living with plenty of green space on the outskirts of town.
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Fair trade shopping opportunities
As America’s first fair trade town, Media lives up to its nickname by improving lives in the community and around the world. Several businesses provide Fair Trade products in an effort to support developing countries. Whether it’s Haitian Blue Coffee from Ocean City Coffee Co., a unique gift from Earth & State or global fashion accessories from Ten Thousand Villages, residents and visitors have plenty of options to support the initiative. Along with these shops, there’s a Trader Joe's for grocery shopping and dozens of local restaurants that line State Street, providing a multicultural dining experience. Fellini Café serves Italian classics alongside live opera music. Brick & Brew is known for its lively atmosphere, gourmet American eats and its famous whiskey sour. After dinner, residents like to catch a show at The Media Theatre, which has been entertaining the community since 1927. State Street transforms into a European-style strip on Wednesdays from May through September for Dining Under the Stars. "It's a beautiful thing," says Evangelista, "The restaurants stay open late and set up tables in the middle of the street and everyone comes out to have a good time."
You'll find many small boutiques and restaurants along State Street in Media.
Three Potato Four features a variety of items specific to Media, adding to the towns charm.
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From Colonials to Victorians
The small town of Media is compact with a variety of homes that date back to the late 1800s through today. Several architectural styles can be found throughout Media, however, Victorian, Colonial and American Foursquare homes are among the most common. There is a mix of single-family homes, twins and rowhomes lined along hilly streets with lots of surrounding trees and greenery, so residents can feel close to nature, despite being close to neighbors. While newer homes built after 2020 are always an option, many homes, even those made in the 19th century, have been renovated so a modern lifestyle is available alongside having the charm and beauty of an older home. Prices in Media start around $350,000, with some homes surpassing $1,000,000.
Craftsman-style home located in the Media neighborhood.
Well-manicured contemporary home with a small yard in Media.
Colorful Victorian homes can be found throughout the Media neighborhood.
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Search for hidden geocaches
Glen Providence Park provides locals with lots of scenic adventures. With two miles of trails, park visitors can hike through the woods with views of wetlands while searching for geocaches hidden around the park. Most trails lead to a stocked pond, a popular spot for catching catfish and largemouth bass. Birdwatchers also enjoy visiting the park, which has an online database of hundreds of birds that have been spotted in the park. During the summer months, residents look forward to the annual Arts in the Park event, and many come to find a spot in the grass to enjoy live music from local musicians.
Glen Providence Park offers visitors beautiful green space to enjoy.
Media residents can have a picnic under the picnic shelter at Glen Providence Park.
Immerse yourself in nature on one of Media's several trails located in Glen Providence Park.
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Students perform well
Neighborhood students are part of the highly rated Rose Tree Media School District, rated 14th for best teachers in Pennsylvania by Niche. The town is home to Media Elementary School, where test scores are far above the state average, according to GreatSchools. Elementary students go on to Springton Lake Middle School and Penncrest High School. The middle school scored an A rating from Niche and the high school in nearby Lima is a top-ranked school with well-established academic teams, including the Envirothon team, which has won 14 state championships and four national titles since 2000.
Media Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Media.
Springton Lake Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Media, PA.
Students in Lima attend Penncrest High School, home of the lions.
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Convenient SEPTA station
SEPTA offers several means of public transportation throughout Media. There are two bus routes that can take residents to surrounding neighborhoods. A trolley line also runs through State Street all the way to 69th Street Terminal in Upper Darby. Those traveling to Center City Philadelphia can hop on a train at the Media Station for a 50-minute trip. Interstate 476 is also just a mile away, which connects to Interstate 95 for a 21-mile drive into the city.
A SEPTA trolley services all the way up and down Media's popular State Sreet.
The Media SEPTA station can take you directly into center city Philadelphia.
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Media Housing Trends
On average, homes in Media, PA sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Media, PA over the last 12 months is $625,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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