NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 E Front St Media, PA 19063

Estimated Value: $594,000 - $625,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,312 Sq Ft
$464/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 05, 2025

Last sale price $617,000 $470 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,792/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Edgemont Street
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Media Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Barrall Community Park and Scott-Lowrie Playground

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to your fully renovated dream home in the heart of Media Borough—just steps from everything "Everybody’s Hometown" has to offer. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home blends classic charm with modern finishes and is perfectly situated directly across from the green open space of Barral Field—a vibrant community hub that features tennis courts, hosts a weekly farmers market, and offers seasonal events throughout the year.

Inside, you'll find a bright, freshly updated interior with a flowing layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen and bathrooms have been stylishly renovated, and the entire home has been refreshed with new fixtures, finishes, and flooring.

The property offers exceptional storage with a spacious unfinished basement and a walk-up attic—perfect for seasonal items, hobbies, or future expansion. Outside, enjoy rare Media amenities like abundant on- and off-street parking, a detached garage, and a private backyard oasis complete with lush landscaping and plenty of space to relax, garden, or entertain.

This is a rare opportunity to own a home in one of the very best locations in Media—directly across from the field, walkable to State Street, and surrounded by everything that makes this town so special. Whether you're unwinding on the front porch with field views or heading into town for dining, shopping, or the trolley, you’ll love the unmatched lifestyle this home provides.

Move-in ready, perfectly located, and filled with charm—don’t miss this exceptional offering in the heart of Media.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samed Rizvi

(908) 510-0186 samedrizvi@gmail.com Keller Williams Real Estate - Media License #RS359388 Listed on: 07/16/2025

Keller Williams Real Estate - Media

Last Buyer's Agent

Donna May Bond

(610) 329-1398 donna.bond@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS151350A

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,646

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 30.00 x 110.00

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 120-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-00-00531-01

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,646

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Basement Refrigerator
  • Inclusions: Basement Freezer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/17/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1792
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1312
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 476.37
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1312
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 480
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 480
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Detached Garage
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 30.00 x 110.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 5564.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7646.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 26-00-00531-01
  • Tax Lot: 120-000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2025
Closed on
Sep 2, 2025
Sold by
Scanlon Stephen and Cicchinelli Carissa
Bought by
Emerald Pl Living Trust and Kowalkoski
Seller's Agent
Samed Rizvi
Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
Buyer's Agent
Donna May Bond
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$617,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.28%
Views
68
Current Estimated Value
$608,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,491
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.39%
Original Mortgage
$493,600
Outstanding Balance
$493,600
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$114,909

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2023
Sold by
Caruso Brianne S
Bought by
Scanlon Stephen and Cicchinelti Carissa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$451,250
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2012
Closed on
Jul 13, 2012
Sold by
Smith Andrew J and Wright Jaclyn R
Bought by
Caruso David V and Caruso Brianne S
Seller's Agent
Joe McCormick
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Beverly Norton
Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$249,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,900
-11.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.89%
Original Mortgage
$244,489
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2006
Sold by
Taylor Adam G and Taylor Kristin M
Bought by
Smith Andrew J and Wright Jaclyn R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,103
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 1995
Sold by
Mccarthy Elizabeth and Steinmetz May
Bought by
Taylor Adam G and Taylor Kristin M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,650
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Emerald Pl Living Trust $617,000 Sage Premier Settlements
Scanlon Stephen $475,000 --
Caruso David V $249,000 None Available
Smith Andrew J $242,000 First American Title Ins Co
Taylor Adam G $116,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Emerald Pl Living Trust $493,600
Previous Owner Scanlon Stephen $451,250
Previous Owner Caruso David V $244,489
Previous Owner Smith Andrew J $240,103
Previous Owner Taylor Adam G $110,650
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/05/2025 09/05/25 Sold $617,000 -1.3% $470 / Sq Ft
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2025 07/16/25 For Sale $625,000 +151.0% $476 / Sq Ft
07/13/2012 07/13/12 Sold $249,000 -4.2% $179 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/25/2012 05/25/12 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2012 05/05/12 Price Changed $259,999 -3.7% $187 / Sq Ft
04/09/2012 04/09/12 Price Changed $269,999 -3.5% $194 / Sq Ft
03/06/2012 03/06/12 For Sale $279,900 -- $201 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,206 $354,560 $91,590 $262,970
2024 $7,206 $354,560 $91,590 $262,970
2023 $6,965 $354,560 $91,590 $262,970
2022 $6,724 $354,560 $91,590 $262,970
2021 $11,114 $354,560 $91,590 $262,970
2020 $3,693 $106,370 $35,840 $70,530
2019 $3,633 $106,370 $35,840 $70,530
2018 $3,584 $106,370 $0 $0
2017 $3,508 $106,370 $0 $0
2016 $584 $106,370 $0 $0
2015 $596 $106,370 $0 $0
2014 $584 $106,370 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE2094404

Bright MLS

APN: 26-00-00531-01