$575,000
SOLD NOV 18, 2025

40 Preston Rd Media, PA 19063

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,694 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$339 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Rose Tree Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of November 2025

This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers an ideal location on a quiet, established street with a true neighborhood feel without the fees of an HOA. Conveniently situated just off Route 252 and one block from Route 1, the property provides quick access to Baltimore Pike, I-95, Route 476, Newtown Square, Malvern and Phoenixville. Downtown Media shops & restaurants, Rose Tree Media School District elementary & middle school, and Rose Tree Park are all nearby. Recent updates include a brand new roof and new chimney lines. The five year old kitchen features stainless steel appliances and pantry adjacent to the first floor laundry room. Both bathrooms have been stylishly renovated. The family room includes an electric fireplace. The primary bedroom offers a walk in closet. Additional features include a walk up attic with headroom and a first floor office that can serve as a guest room or flex space. Outdoor features include a covered front porch, a fenced backyard, a 220V 50 amp GFCI outlet in the backyard for a hot tub, sauna or EV hookup, a firepit, paved patio and walk in shed. The driveway can accommodate four cars with additional street parking available. Gas service fuels the furnace and outdoor pit. Buyer and agent to verify taxes and square footage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

LINDA STRAUSS

(610) 733-5713 linda.strauss@att.net BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square License #RS299548 Listed on: 08/22/2025

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Last Buyer's Agent

JENNIFER DACANAY

(484) 343-2087 jdacanay@weichert.com Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone License #RS343784

Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,720

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 56.00 x 111.00
  • South Facing Home
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-10

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,694 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Rose Tree Elementary School
  • Springton Lake Middle School
  • Penncrest High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Media Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 233-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 35-00-01509-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,720

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: sellers personal property
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1694
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1694
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 339.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1694
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

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
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: ROSE TREE
  • High School: PENNCREST
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 56.00 x 111.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R-10

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4823.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6720.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 35-00-01509-00
  • Tax Lot: 233-000
  • 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
Aug 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 24, 2025
Sold by
Thompson Troy L and Thompson Stacy E
Bought by
Counts Dakota Cheyenne
Seller's Agent
LINDA STRAUSS
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
JENNIFER DACANAY
Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-8%
Views
169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
96.17%
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Outstanding Balance
$304,713
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$289,989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2010
Sold by
Politi Francesco and Politi Maria
Bought by
Thompson Troy L and Thompson Stacy E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,928
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2004
Sold by
Politi Francesco and Roded Politi Maria
Bought by
Politi Francesco and Politi Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,000
Interest Rate
5.05%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 1997
Sold by
Ollinger Marcia D and Ollinger Marcia Dawn
Bought by
Ollinger Marcia D and Bradley Betsy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,300
Interest Rate
6.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1995
Sold by
Ollinger Marcia Dawn and Ollinger Marcia D
Bought by
Ollinger Marcia D and Ollinger Marcia Dawn
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $575,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $280,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Guaranty Compa
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- T A Title Insurance Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $305,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $274,928 FHA
Previous Owner $161,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $18,300 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Sold $575,000 0.0% $339 / Sq Ft
10/14/2025 10/14/25 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Price Changed $575,000 -2.0% $339 / Sq Ft
09/27/2025 09/27/25 Price Changed $587,000 -2.1% $347 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Price Changed $599,500 -4.1% $354 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $625,000 -- $369 / 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 $6,270 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2024 $6,270 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2023 $6,050 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2022 $5,876 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2021 $9,730 $302,560 $78,010 $224,550
2020 $4,702 $130,780 $38,610 $92,170
2019 $4,618 $130,780 $38,610 $92,170
2018 $4,546 $130,780 $0 $0
2017 $4,444 $130,780 $0 $0
2016 $718 $130,780 $0 $0
2015 $732 $130,780 $0 $0
2014 $718 $130,780 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE2098128

Bright MLS

APN: 35-00-01509-00