This home is built like a fortress! The first and second floor are block construction. The stucco is over block which is an excellent method! Sophisticated and elegant 5 bedroom French Colonial perfectly poised on a gorgeous 1.67 acre lot ideally situated within 8 minutes of downtown Media, Tyler Arboretum and Ridley Creek State Park with over 2,000 acres of nature and walking trails. Three new homes will be built in the rear of the home with access coming off of Heilbron Drive. A stately slate walkway and stone walls grace the front of the home as you enter through the set of double doors, spacious foyer area and step down into the classic living room with gas fireplace, built ins and crown molding, there is a large picture window with pretty views. Formal dining room with hardwood floors, crown molding and another gorgeous window overlooking the picturesque rear yard. Bright and airy kitchen featuring stylish cabinetry, gleaming corian counters and hardwood floors, Morning room with lots of sunshine and open design to the family room boasting a full wall brick wood burning fireplace with a large firebox and wood storage. Powder room, laundry room with storage cabinets. Outside entrance to a wonderful brick patio, just wait until you see this peaceful and serene setting with stone wall and specimen trees. You are close to the Arboretum but you will feel like you are already there! The interior improvements were designed by Main Line Architect, Ann Capron! The second floor has the perfect layout offering a spacious primary suite including French doors to a balcony, four nicely sized closets, plantation shutters, handsome wood burning fireplace with morgan mantel and brick surround. The primary ensuite has 12 x 12 ceramic tile, a soaking tub two vanities with corian tops, soaking tub and well appointed shower. 4 additional nicely sized bedrooms and full bathroom with tub featuring a corian surround. Finished basement with unique stone and barn board walls, wine cellar and storage areas. This is it! The perfect location, classic style, mint condition, and pristine one acre lot all within the acclaimed Rose Tree Media School System. Welcome home!
The layout is sensible and the flow is easy. Wooded views from most windows. It appears to have been well-maintained.
3 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kevin Motroni
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 137 Painter Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PADE2058784
Apr 2, 2024
Sold
$995,000
$264/sq ft
Feb 12, 2024
Pending
—
Feb 5, 2024
Price Changed
$995,000
$264/sq ft
Dec 27, 2023
Listed
$1,100,000
$291/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$16,195 (+4.8%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2025
$15,456 (+6.4%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2024
$14,522 (+3.6%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2023
$14,011 (+2.6%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2022
$13,651 (−41.3%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2021
$23,244 (+79.3%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2020
$12,967 (+3.3%)
$78,160 + $306,310
$384,470
2019
$12,553 (+1.4%)
$78,160 + $306,310
$384,470
2018
$12,378 (+2.3%)
2017
$12,102 (+3.0%)
2015
$11,752 (+1.4%)
2014
$11,590 (+1.6%)
2013
$11,405 (+2.2%)
2011
$11,162 (+3.1%)
2010
$10,829
Tax history for 137 Painter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$16,195 (+4.8%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2025
$15,456 (+6.4%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2024
$14,522 (+3.6%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2023
$14,011 (+2.6%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2022
$13,651 (−41.3%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2021
$23,244 (+79.3%)
$132,950 + $618,180
$751,130
2020
$12,967 (+3.3%)
$78,160 + $306,310
$384,470
2019
$12,553 (+1.4%)
$78,160 + $306,310
$384,470
2018
$12,378 (+2.3%)
2017
$12,102 (+3.0%)
2015
$11,752 (+1.4%)
2014
$11,590 (+1.6%)
2013
$11,405 (+2.2%)
2011
$11,162 (+3.1%)
2010
$10,829
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
184 ft.
Lot depth
467 ft.
Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,776
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
27000194701
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
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 Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Brick, Gas/Propane, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $618,180
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 184.00 x 467.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $132,950
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,776
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $758
County Tax: $2,252
School Tax: $11,397
Tax Assessed Value: $751,130
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $14,409
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Rose Tree Road
Directions: From Media Borough, E on Baltimore Pk, R on Ridley Creek Rd, L on Rose Tree Rd, R on Painter Rd to home on the right just beyond the entrance to Heilbron.
Municipality: MIDDLETOWN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,776
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 27000194701
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rose Tree El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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 102° 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
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.02M – $1.24M
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