NOT LISTED FOR SALE

537 Old Forge Rd Media, PA 19063

Estimated Value: $734,050 - $782,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,528 Sq Ft
$298/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2015

Last sale price $380,000 $150 Per Sq Ft

Est. 98% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,698/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 1.15 Acre Lot
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Glenwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2015

Take advantage of this amazing opportunity in the award winning Rose Tree-Media School District. This huge Tudor boosts 5 bedrooms on over an acre of land. Enter a slate tile vestibule that leads to an open concept eat-in kitchen and den. The den features original hardwood floors, recessed lighting and a large brick fireplace. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, built-in pantry and stainless steel appliances. The sun filled living and dining room have been recently painted and have newer carpet. You'll also find the laundry and a powder room on the first floor. There are four amply sized bedrooms on the second floor with large closets and new carpet, and a full hall bath. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet, sliding door to a small deck, and bathroom with stand-up shower. The fifth bedroom is located on the 3rd level and has 2 skylights for plenty of natural light. The sprawling backyard has a build-in pool and patio. The basement is finished to create three additional rooms. The 2 car garage and long driveway mean plenty of parking. Add your finishing touches to customize this home to your taste. Come and see everything this home has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Kwasniewski

(610) 496-0417 Bill.kwaz@c21ag.com Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia License #RS319238 Listed on: 07/11/2015

Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Lou Getty

mlgetty@hotmail.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,931

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 1.15 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 215 x 232
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,528 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Old Forge Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 070-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 27-00-01900-01

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,931

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Tudor, Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: Other
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2528
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2528
  • Net Sq Ft: 2528.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 153.68
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2528
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, 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

Schools

  • Elementary School: GLENWOOD
  • High School: PENNCREST
  • Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 215 X 232
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 49963.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 509441
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6931.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 27-00-01900-01
  • Tax Lot: 070-000
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2015
Closed on
Aug 25, 2015
Sold by
Schreiber Kevin and The Grsw Stewart Real Estate T
Bought by
Elliott John R and Elliott Samantha M
Seller's Agent
William Kwasniewski
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou Getty
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$388,500
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-2.19%
Current Estimated Value
$754,263

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$374,263
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Outstanding Balance
$268,798
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$485,465

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2015
Closed on
Jul 20, 2015
Sold by
Thompson Jerry and Thompson Dionne
Bought by
Schreiber Kevin and The Grsw Stewart Real Estate Trust
Seller's Agent
William Kwasniewski
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou Getty
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$388,500
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-2.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Outstanding Balance
$268,798
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$485,465

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2004
Sold by
Thompson Jerry and Thompson Nicole
Bought by
Thompson Jerry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 1998
Sold by
Morrison William Andrew and Morrison Audrey J
Bought by
Thompson Jerry and Thompson Nicole

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$43,800
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Elliott John R $380,000 None Available
Schreiber Kevin $380,000 None Available
Thompson Jerry -- --
Thompson Jerry $219,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Elliott John R $342,000
Previous Owner Schreiber Kevin $342,000
Previous Owner Thompson Jerry $265,000
Previous Owner Thompson Jerry $43,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/31/2015 08/31/15 Sold $380,000 -2.2% $150 / Sq Ft
08/04/2015 08/04/15 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2015 07/11/15 For Sale $388,500 -- $154 / 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 $8,757 $452,960 $176,800 $276,160
2024 $8,757 $452,960 $176,800 $276,160
2023 $8,449 $452,960 $176,800 $276,160
2022 $8,232 $452,960 $176,800 $276,160
2021 $14,017 $452,960 $176,800 $276,160
2020 $7,538 $223,480 $72,190 $151,290
2019 $7,297 $223,480 $72,190 $151,290
2018 $7,195 $223,480 $0 $0
2017 $7,035 $223,480 $0 $0
2016 $1,226 $223,480 $0 $0
2015 $1,226 $223,480 $0 $0
2014 $1,226 $223,480 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Kwasniewski

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    William Kwasniewski

    Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia

    (610) 496-0417

    129 Total Sales

    William Kwasniewski
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mary Lou Getty

    Long & Foster

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002655230

Bright MLS

APN: 27-00-01900-01

Pennsylvania Delaware County Media 19063

537 Old Forge Rd, Media, PA

Not Listed for Sale

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