Welcome home to 12 Preston Rd! Move right in to this beautiful & updated Cape Cod - walking distance to Downtown Media and situated in Top Rated Rose Tree Media SD. From the moment you pull in the Driveway (New 2021), you’ll notice the meticulously maintained Landscaping (2016), Brand New Walkway (2021) and gorgeous Magnolia Tree eager to bloom this Spring. Enter into the Foyer, which conveniently welcomes you into the Family Room, this space is bright, cozy & spacious all at once making it the perfect place for relaxing at the end of a long day. To the right of the entry is the Dining Room, complete with elevated Moulding & Millwork - great for hosting and gathering. The Updated Kitchen (2016) features Quartz Countertops, Subway Tile Backsplash, Stainless Appliances, Gas Range, abundant Cabinets and Coffee Bar. Completing the 1st Floor is an Updated Full Bath (2022) and Bedroom (Flooring Refinished 2020). The 2nd Floor features 2 Bedrooms and closet access to Crawl Space. Be sure to head downstairs to the Finished Basement - the perfect space for watching a movie or hosting Sunday Night Football watch parties. Featuring a Lounge Area, Home Gym space and plenty of Additional Storage. Enjoy the private Backyard in the warm months to come, the spacious Deck is the best seat in the house for sipping your morning coffee. New HVAC (2019) and New Washer/Dryer (2019) make living easy! Walkable to both Downtown Media’s array of Dining, Shopping and Activities including Dining Under the Stars & more, and Rose Tree Media Park with events such as the Summer Concert Series and Bark in the Park. Close proximity to Linvilla Orchards, Tyler Arboretum and Ridley Creek State Park with excellent hiking, biking and walking trails. Easy access to Philadelphia, PHL airport, Septa Rails and all major routes. This home is not one to be missed! Schedule your private tour today. Sellers have asked that all offers be submitted by Monday at noon to be reviewed asap.
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase this charming 3 bedroom / 1 bath brick cape in sought after Rose Tree Media School District! This well maintained home boasts a spacious bright Living Room, a large Dining Room, and an eat-in Kitchen with oak cabinets, an adbundance of counter & cabinet space, and a door to the rear. The main level also includes an expansive master bedroom and a full tiled hall bathroom. There are wood floors throughout the main level. The upper level includes two additional large bedrooms with decent closet space. The partially finished basement allows plenty of space for a work area and/or family room, and plenty of storage space. The rear presents the perfect space to entertain and enjoy the outoors with privacy from the mature fenced in landscape, a large newer deck, and yard space for recreational play. Improvements include but not limited to lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, flooring, paint, new doors, and new landscaping. Neutral warm decor throughout. Excellent prime location with just minutes to the borough for shopping & dining, major roads & public transportation are easily accessible, close proximity to Philadelphia, and the PHL airport - all in award winning Rose Tree Media School District! Don't delay, schedule your appointment today!This listing is not to be confused with another listing on 12 Preston in Brookhaven but also listed as Media.
Public Records
Nov 16, 2007
Sold
$242,000
$159/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE113648
Jul 6, 2007
Sold
$242,000
$159/sq ft
Jun 17, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2007
Listed
$242,000
$159/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE380806
May 29, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 29, 2007
Listed
$259,900
$170/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE159804
Oct 28, 2005
Sold
$439,900
$288/sq ft
Oct 1, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2005
Listed
$439,900
$288/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE435332
Feb 28, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 7, 2004
Listed
$429,900
$282/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 25, 2000
Sold
$133,000
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,342 (+3.1%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2025
$6,150 (+6.0%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2024
$5,802 (+3.6%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2023
$5,598 (+3.0%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2022
$5,437 (−39.6%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2021
$9,004 (+100.2%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2020
$4,498 (+1.8%)
$40,890 + $84,230
$125,120
2019
$4,418 (+1.6%)
$40,890 + $84,230
$125,120
2018
$4,350 (+2.3%)
2017
$4,251 (+3.5%)
2015
$4,109 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,047 (+1.7%)
2013
$3,979 (+2.6%)
2011
$3,876 (+2.5%)
2010
$3,784
Tax history for 12 Preston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,342 (+3.1%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2025
$6,150 (+6.0%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2024
$5,802 (+3.6%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2023
$5,598 (+3.0%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2022
$5,437 (−39.6%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2021
$9,004 (+100.2%)
$82,000 + $197,980
$279,980
2020
$4,498 (+1.8%)
$40,890 + $84,230
$125,120
2019
$4,418 (+1.6%)
$40,890 + $84,230
$125,120
2018
$4,350 (+2.3%)
2017
$4,251 (+3.5%)
2015
$4,109 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,047 (+1.7%)
2013
$3,979 (+2.6%)
2011
$3,876 (+2.5%)
2010
$3,784
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,189 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,176
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
35000152500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-4
Residence District
The R-4 Residence District is intended to promote the maintenance of existing medium density neighborhoods while providing the opportunity for future infill development at similar intensities. Single-household detached cluster and planned residential development options are conditionally permitted in the interest of protecting existing environmental resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Asphalt Driveway
On Street, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Basement Finished Percent: 60.00
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 350
Improvement Assessed Value: $197,980
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 53.00 x 94.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $82,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,176
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 350
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $631
County Tax: $839
School Tax: $3,965
Tax Assessed Value: $279,980
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $5,437
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: PENNCREST
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: N. PROVIDENCE
Directions: Please use GPS.
Municipality: UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,176
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,189 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 35000152500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rose Tree El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$505,000 – $611,000
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