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    731 Farnum Rd, Media, PA 19063

    5beds
    3,112sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1860
    0.96 Acres Lot
    $846,800 Zestimate®
    $217/sqft
    $4,600 Estimated rent

    What's special

    OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED. Welcome home to Ridge Farm, a beautiful stone farmhouse radiating old-world charm and featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms. The home is filled with history and nestled on just under an acre of flat land. One of the many highlights of this home is the cozy wrap-around front porch with a beautiful wooded view of the 12-acre Martin Park. The custom woodwork accents the porch. The perfect spot to sip lemonade while overlooking the front lawn activities. The porch steps make an excellent spot for photos. A transom window over the front door allows additional light into the foyer. The thick stone walls allow for deep window sills throughout the home. The living room is complemented by a white brick fireplace. A sizable dining room is in the heart of the home and has a large coat closet. The dining room is the perfect for hosting dinner parties. Just through the dining room is the kitchen. The kitchen features a center island with seating for two, white and light sage cabinets. The powder room and a convenient mudroom lead out to the back entrance and the expansive driveway with plenty of parking. French doors lead into the most loved room in this home. The family room was designed with vaulted wood ceilings and beams to make it feel like you are relaxing in the Adirondacks. Stunning floor to ceiling, custom stone wood-burning fireplace with rustic wood mantel. 2 skylights illuminate this room with natural light. Just picture all the gatherings and cozy nights you will spend in this room. Slider to the back deck creates a nice flow for indoor/outdoor entertaining. 2nd level features 3 bedrooms, an office space/sitting room, and a full hall bathroom. On the third level of the home, there are an additional two bedrooms and a full bathroom with large storage closets on either side of the bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout the home. Unfinished basement. The pool area is the perfect setting to entertain all summer long, with plenty of deck space for friends and family. The backyard has the ideal spot for a firepit. The huge front lawn lined with the white picket fence has ample space for playing all sorts of outdoor activities like LACROSSE, Wiffleball, Soccer, and Football. LACROSSE is a staple of this home's history. Move-in just in time to enjoy the outdoor attributes of this home! Sellers are downsizing and ready to pass along their home for the next owners to love and enjoy as they did for many years. BEST OF ALL, THE LOCATION! Award-Winning Rose Tree Media School District. Minutes to all the dining, shops, entertainment, and more in Media Borough. Move-in just in time for Media events like Dining Under the stars and the Media 5-Miler! Not far from outdoor adventures at Ridley Creek State Park, Tyler Arboretum, Martin Park, Crum Creek, and Rose Tree Park. Conveniently located near Media Youth Center and Cherry Street Field. Commuters delight with easy access to 476, RT 1, and I-95. Under 20 minutes to PHL international airport. Not far from the Media/Elwyn line commuter rail. Suburb life with access to Center City and Philadelphia sports stadiums. If you LOVE old charm - Don't miss out; schedule your appointment today. Home is where your story begins!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 29, 2022 at 08:08am

    Listed by:

    Donna May Bond 610-329-1398,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,

    Co-Listing Agent: Christina Bond 610-308-1316,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Scott Laughlin

    BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2025104MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ductless, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Mud Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen Island
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Exterior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Stone, Brick, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,112
    • Total interior livable area: 3,112 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,112
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 8
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 8
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Wrap Around, Roof
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Above Ground, Fenced, Private
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Hot Tub
    • Fencing: Picket
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 0.96 Acres
    • Dimensions: 225.00 x 185.00
    • Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 35000037801
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Metal,Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1860

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Media
    • Subdivision: None Available
    • Municipality: UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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