NOT LISTED FOR SALE

480 Farnum Rd Media, PA 19063

Estimated Value: $755,000 - $808,136

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,645 Sq Ft
$297/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 26, 2016

Last sale price $424,900 $161 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,977/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Media Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

As of August 2016

Seller's relocation means this incredible large 5 bedroom/3 full bath Cape with a long list of upgrades and within easy walking distance to Media Borough is now available! Need an in-law suite? Check! This house has the ideal in-law suite with its own private entrance and a very large bedroom, full bath, separate living room, separate kitchen and laundry area. This property has the following upgrades just to name a few: New roof on entire house in 2016; brought gas in from the street and replaced oil furnace with new energy-efficient gas furnace (2014), new garage roof ( 2013); new gas range (2016); 200 AMP electric ( 2013);entire exterior of the house repainted (2014); wood floors refinished (2016); interior repainted (2016); 2nd floor bath completely renovated (2016); kitchen updated (2016); new heat pump for the in-law suite ( 2013). Expansive yard with many perennials and flat yard for entertaining. Large patio in front over looking lovely landscaping. All 5 bedrooms very nice sizes with lots of windows. So many amazing upgrades in a lush landscaped, private setting in walking distance to Media Borough with all of its restaurants, festivals and shops! Media Elementary school. 2 trains and the trolley nearby for convenience with the Interstate only minutes away. 1-Yr. Home Warranty with acceptable offer. Beautiful home that is light, expansive and move-in ready! Must see this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teresa Pointer

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-287366 Listed on: 06/22/2016

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Lynn Ayers

RE/MAX Town & Country License #RS218294L

RE/MAX Town & Country

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,224

Year Built

  • Built in 1948 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x322
  • South Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,645 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Basement

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

Schools

  • Media Elementary School
  • Springton Lake Middle School
  • Penncrest High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Exterior Lighting

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Holly House Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 436-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 35-00-00390-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,224

Year Built

Built in 1948 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Kitchen Island
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Renovated: 2016
  • Remarks Public: Seller's relocation means this incredible large 5 bedroom/3 full bath Cape with a long list of upgrades and within easy walking distance to Media Borough is now available! Need an in-law suite? Check! This house has the ideal in-law suite with its own private entrance and a very large bedroom, full bath, separate living room, separate kitchen and laundry area. This property has the following upgrades just to name a few: New roof on entire house in 2016; brought gas in from the street and replaced oil furnace with new energy-efficient gas furnace (2014), new garage roof ( 2013); new gas range (2016); 200 AMP electric ( 2013);entire exterior of the house repainted (2014); wood floors refinished (2016); interior repainted (2016); 2nd floor bath completely renovated (2016); kitchen updated (2016); new heat pump for the in-law suite ( 2013). Expansive yard with many perennials and flat yard for entertaining. Large patio in front over looking lovely landscaping. All 5 bedrooms very nice sizes with lots of windows. So many amazing upgrades in a lush landscaped, private setting in walking distance to Media Borough with all of its restaurants, festivals and shops! Media Elementary school. 2 trains and the trolley nearby for convenience with the Interstate only minutes away. 1-Yr. Home Warranty with acceptable offer. Beautiful home that is light, expansive and move-in ready! Must see this one!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • 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
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2645
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2645
  • Net Sq Ft: 2645.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 160.64
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2645
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 480

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: ROSE TREE MEDIA
  • Elementary School: MEDIA
  • Middle School: SPRINGTON LAKE
  • High School: PENNCREST
  • School District Key: 300200397360
  • Elementary School: MEDIA
  • High School: PENNCREST
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.60
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X322
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 26354.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 527989
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7224.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 35-00-00390-00
  • Tax Lot: 436-000
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 08/26/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2016
Closed on
Aug 20, 2016
Sold by
Nelson Adam and Nelson Jenna
Bought by
Lin Kirstin M and Stegall Patrick P
Seller's Agent
Teresa Pointer
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Lynn Ayers
RE/MAX Town & Country
List Price
$424,900
Sold Price
$424,900
Current Estimated Value
$784,784

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$359,884
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$361,165
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 22, 2013
Closed on
May 6, 2013
Sold by
Hunter Kenneth V
Bought by
Nelson Adam and Nelson Jenna
Seller's Agent
Shirley Booth
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Pointer
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$283,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
2.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.06%
Original Mortgage
$254,700
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Lin Kirstin M $424,900 None Available
Nelson Adam $283,000 Stewart Title Guaranty Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Liu Kirstin M $100,000
Open Stegall Patrick P $341,475
Closed Lin Kirstin M $361,165
Previous Owner Nelson Adam $254,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Sold $424,900 0.0% $161 / Sq Ft
06/26/2016 06/26/16 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2016 06/22/16 For Sale $424,900 +50.1% $161 / Sq Ft
05/06/2013 05/06/13 Sold $283,000 +2.9% $107 / Sq Ft
04/03/2013 04/03/13 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2013 04/03/13 For Sale $275,000 0.0% $104 / Sq Ft
03/27/2013 03/27/13 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2013 03/22/13 For Sale $275,000 -- $104 / 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
2024 $8,415 $406,070 $143,400 $262,670
2023 $8,119 $406,070 $143,400 $262,670
2022 $7,886 $406,070 $143,400 $262,670
2021 $13,059 $406,070 $143,400 $262,670
2020 $7,660 $213,060 $69,180 $143,880
2019 $7,523 $213,060 $69,180 $143,880
2018 $7,407 $213,060 $0 $0
2017 $7,239 $213,060 $0 $0
2016 $1,169 $213,060 $0 $0
2015 $1,193 $213,060 $0 $0
2014 $1,169 $213,060 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003927465

Bright MLS

APN: 35-00-00390-00