NOT LISTED FOR SALE

478 Darlington Rd Media, PA 19063

Estimated Value: $963,000 - $1,449,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,600 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2014

Last sale price $550,000 $153 Per Sq Ft

Est. 116% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,413/month

170 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Indoor Pool
  • 1.96 Acre Lot
  • Glenwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Water Oriented
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of April 2014

Classic Okie-designed Pennsylvania farmhouse on a secluded 1.96 acres adjacent to Rocky Run Nature Preserve with 1,024 sq. ft. utility shed and detached 3-car garage with rented caretakers cottage. Detailed appointments throughout. Kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances, butcher block island, skylights, tiled floor and wood stove w/ bay window overlooking the Koi ponds. Solarium room has indoor heated Endless Pool with view of the terraced patio and landscaped grounds. Main level includes a large Family Room w/vaulted ceiling, formal Living and Dining Rooms, 2 Bedrooms with shared bath, wet bar area w/ 2nd. refrig., 2 FP's and half Bath, and access to a Loft bonus room. Second level is a Master Suite with adjoining Sitting/Dressing Room and Bath. Lower level complete with Living Area, FP, BR, Bath, Kitchenette and separate entry -- perfect Au Pair or In-Law Suite. Amenities include 5-zone heating, 2 central air systems and central vacuum system. Includes 1-year home warranty.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edward Cole

(610) 416-6753 edward.cole@edwardcole.realtor Springer Realty Group License #AB067617 Listed on: 08/10/2013

Springer Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

HANNADY MORSI

(610) 299-3484 hannady@kw.com Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester License #RS-0025710

Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,350

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1.96 Acre Lot
  • Northwest Facing Home
  • Irregular Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,600 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drainage System

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Indoor Pool
  • Water Oriented
  • Property is near a pond
  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 007-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 27-00-00392-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,350

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: 1 Bedroom Apartment Over 3 Car Garage, 1.024 Sq Ft Shed With Loft
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Built-In Range, Oven - Wall, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Stove, Central Vacuum, Water Treat System, 2nd Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Drainage System, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3600
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3600
  • Net Sq Ft: 3600.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 166.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3600
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle, Metal
  • Water Body Type: Pond
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Underground, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil, S/W Changeover
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Irregular, Sloping, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.96
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREGULAR
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 85487.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 507204
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11350.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 27-00-00392-00
  • Tax Lot: 007-000
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2021
Sold by
Tyson Scott D and Tyson Dlori J
Bought by
Tyson Scott D and Tyson Lori J
Current Estimated Value
$1,185,849

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$428,000
Outstanding Balance
$382,799
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$775,283

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2013
Closed on
Mar 10, 2014
Sold by
Galbrath Robert M
Bought by
Tyson Scott D and Tyson Lori J
Seller's Agent
Edward Cole
Springer Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
HANNADY MORSI
Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
List Price
$624,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,900
-11.99%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.60%
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2012
Sold by
Galbraith Robert M and Galbraith Robert M
Bought by
Galbraith Robert M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2005
Sold by
Galbraith Linda D
Bought by
Galbraith Robert M and Galbraith Linda D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1996
Sold by
Galbraith Robert M and Galbraith Linda D
Bought by
Galbraith Linda D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 1995
Sold by
Laughead Linda L and Gandy Linda L
Bought by
Galbraith Robert M and Galbraith Linda D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
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
Tyson Scott D -- Silk Abstract Company
Tyson Scott D $550,000 None Available
Galbraith Robert M -- None Available
Galbraith Robert M -- --
Galbraith Linda D -- --
Galbraith Robert M $572,750 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tyson Scott D $428,000
Previous Owner Tyson Scott D $385,000
Previous Owner Galbraith Linda D $475,000
Previous Owner Galbraith Robert M $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/28/2014 04/28/14 Sold $550,000 -8.2% $153 / Sq Ft
01/27/2014 01/27/14 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2013 10/30/13 Price Changed $599,000 -4.1% $166 / Sq Ft
08/10/2013 08/10/13 For Sale $624,900 -- $174 / 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 $14,105 $729,550 $131,760 $597,790
2024 $14,105 $729,550 $131,760 $597,790
2023 $13,608 $729,550 $131,760 $597,790
2022 $13,258 $729,550 $131,760 $597,790
2021 $22,372 $729,550 $131,760 $597,790
2020 $12,123 $376,510 $66,540 $309,970
2019 $633 $376,510 $66,540 $309,970
2018 $12,123 $376,510 $0 $0
2017 $9,448 $376,510 $0 $0
2016 $2,066 $376,510 $0 $0
2015 $2,108 $376,510 $0 $0
2014 $2,066 $376,510 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003550274

Bright MLS

APN: 27-00-00392-00