Don’t miss this rare opportunity to bring your vision to life! Tucked away on 3.33 wooded acres with over 800 feet of frontage along scenic Chester Creek, this Middletown Township property is the perfect canvas for creating your dream home. While the existing home requires restoration, the potential is unmatched — the lot, setting, and location are truly one of a kind. Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature, just steps from the Chester Creek Trail’s entrance and less than a mile from Linvilla Orchards, a favorite community destination offering year-round events and seasonal fun. Other location highlights include convenient access to public transportation, close proximity to Media Borough — affectionately known as “Everybody’s Hometown” — and an easy commute to Philadelphia. This property is located within the Middletown Township Floodplain Conservation District — any improvements requiring permits must comply with Zoning Article XXIX. Property being offered in "as-is condition", Buyer responsible for U & O cert and any required repair. Seize the opportunity to restore or reimagine this peaceful retreat and make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
3.33 acresLot Size
$243Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Roy Shoppell• BHHS Fox & Roach-Chadds Ford
•610-388-3700 (broker)
•maryanne.steel@foxroach.com (broker)
Listed by Anthony Nanni• BHHS Fox & Roach-Chadds Ford
•610-388-3700 (broker)
•maryanne.steel@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Mr. Bill Finigan• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Zoning
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Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
27-00-01081-00
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2025.
R-1
Residence District
It is the purpose of this district to make provisions for low-density, suburban-type, single-family residential development and to encourage the preservation of open space, green space and natural resources through cluster development in areas planned for or accessible to public sewer and water systems.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Smoking Not Allowed
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement, Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone, Mantel(s)
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $89,510
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Below Average
Year Built Source: Estimated
Habitable Residence: No
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Pets Allowed: No
Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Lot Information
No Buildout Allowance
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded, Stream/Creek, Flood Plain, Fishing Available
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 831
Land Information
Crops Included: No
Land Assessed Value: $92,130
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,324
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $183
County Tax: $703
School Tax: $2,850
Tax Assessed Value: $181,640
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $3,737
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Lease In Effect: No
Lease Renewal Option: No
Rental Information
Rent Control: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Electric On Property: No
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Knowlton Rd
Directions: From Rt 352, West on Knowlton Rd, Left on Chester Creek Rd. Home at intersection of W Knowlton Rd & Chester Creek Rd
Location Type: Suburban
Municipality: MIDDLETOWN TWP
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Fishing Allowed
Water Access
Park
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Creek
Water Body Name: Chester Creek
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 27-00-01081-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Indian Lane El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brookhaven, PA • 19015
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$306,000 – $370,000
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