Welcome to 40 Barren Rd. This beautiful Victorian home has been well maintained over the last century. If you are looking for the Farmhouse feel and want to be close to Media Boro this home is the one for you. Just moments away from local schools, Tyler Arboretum, Ridley Creek State Park and many restaurants this home has the perfect amount of privacy and accessibility. Situated on a large flat lot and accompanied by a 2 story barn, the options are limitless. With a large circle driveway you can enter the rear of the home from your rear porch into the kitchen and family room. Once inside the hardwood floors will lead you throughout the first floor into the dinning room, living room and onto the front porch perfect for a morning or evening coffee. Other ementeties on the first floor include a half bath, tall windows, stainless appliances as well as a breakfast bar. On the second floor you will find a large victorian bathroom, 2 large bedrooms, the laundry room and an office ( or 3rd bedroom ). Finally, on the third floor there are 2 more spacious bedrooms along with storage areas in the eves of the room. While the basement is accessible only from outside you will find it offers plenty of space for storage and a potential for a workshop. A home perfect for a contractor or someone who wants the country feel inside of a developing area. Plenty of space for family and friends to enjoy all that is offered. The Barn can is perfect for a shop on the first floor and entertaining on the second floor or private office. Schedule your showing today and enjoy the summer in your new home.
Sold for $495,000 on 06/02/25
$495,000
40 Barren Rd, Media, PA 19063
4beds
1,921sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
0.81 Acres Lot
$493,700 Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$3,610 Estimated rent
Home value
$493,700
$444,000 - $548,000
$3,610/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 02, 2025 at 09:53am
Listed by:
Steven Everett 610-416-1723,
Compass RE,
Co-Listing Agent: Meghan E Chorin 610-299-9504,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Dyanna Lorraine Cramer, RS361852
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2088836
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Upper Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining Area, Combination Kitchen/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,921
- Total interior livable area: 1,921 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,921
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Chimney Cap(s), Rain Gutters, Play Area
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 27000014500
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Colonial,Carriage House,Craftsman,Cottage,Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Mixed, Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Good,Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Media
- Subdivision: Middleton Pl
- Municipality: MIDDLETOWN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2025 | Sold | $495,000+0%$258/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADE2088836 | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Contingent | $494,900$258/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2088836 | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $494,900$258/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2088836 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,105 +6.4% | $296,690 |
| 2024 | $5,736 +3.6% | $296,690 |
| 2023 | $5,534 +2.6% | $296,690 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lima
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Glenwood El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Springton Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 9/10Penncrest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Rose Tree Media
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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