Welcome to 147 Barren Road, a renovated and charming 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in sought after Media and award winning Rose Tree Media School District situated on a 2 acre lot. Enter the home into the gorgeous living room that is filled with natural light through the double window and warmth from the woodstove. Living room is open to the dining room which grants access to the back deck where you can enjoy warm summer days outside. Prepare meals in the spacious kitchen with plenty of countertop and cabinet space. Enjoy the convenience of a main floor bedroom with walk-in closet and full bathroom with tub/shower, slate flooring and recessed lighting. Steps lead you to the upper level where you will find another bedroom with new hardwood floors and a full bathroom with tub/shower, plus an additional great private space, perfect for a home office or virtual learning. Next, the third level boasts a third bedroom with half bath and an additional room that could be used as your fourth bedroom with ample storage space. Lastly, there is an unfinished basement that could be finished to make it your own or leave as is for all of your storage needs! This great home backs to Tyler Arboretum, allowing access to trails there, and close to local schools and all the great shopping, dining and activities Media has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
2.01 acresLot Size
$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
15 spacesParking
Listed by Tom Toole III• RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
Well maintained home. First floor has laminate flooring, an open living room and dining room, kitchen , full bathroom and a bedroom . On the second floor there is hardwood floors, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The third floor is finished with a...
large closet and half bathroom. Nice sized backyard which backus up to an arboretum.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tonya Kulp
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 147 Barren Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 5, 2021
Sold
$465,000
$235/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE528592
Mar 30, 2021
Sold
$465,000
$235/sq ft
Feb 2, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 29, 2020
Contingent
—
Nov 25, 2020
Price Changed
$475,000
$240/sq ft
Nov 18, 2020
Price Changed
$489,900
$247/sq ft
Oct 23, 2020
Listed
$499,900
$252/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE495292
Oct 17, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2019
Price Changed
$474,999
$240/sq ft
Jul 9, 2019
Price Changed
$495,000
$250/sq ft
Jul 1, 2019
Listed
$499,999
$252/sq ft
TREND #6844073
Dec 19, 2016
Sold
$319,300
$161/sq ft
Nov 28, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 6, 2016
Contingent
—
Aug 13, 2016
Listed
$335,000
$169/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003934527
Dec 24, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 19, 2016
Sold
$319,300
$161/sq ft
Aug 5, 2016
Listed
$335,000
$169/sq ft
+20
Lovely renovated home on over two acres backing up to the picturesque Tyler Arboretum in Media. Possible subdivision opportunity verify with Middletown Township. This updated, charming home offers a welcoming open floor plan with a spacious living room which opens up to the dining room and newer kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Sliders open to a large deck which overlook the beautiful two acre property. Many updates throughout including newer flooring, kitchen, baths and roof to mention just a few. The main level master bedroom with dual closets next to newer full bath. Laundry is also on main level. Two additional good sized bedrooms plus office nook areas. Consider finishing the large unfinished walkout basement as well. Great investment potential. Very convenient location near Rt. 352 and Rt. 476. The airport, train and bus are minutes away. The many fabulous restaurants and events in the Borough of Media await you as well. Award winning Rose Tree Media Schools.
BRIGHT MLS #1007407320
Mar 1, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 2015
Listed
$310,000
$156/sq ft
TREND #5899725
Dec 14, 2011
Sold
$145,000
$73/sq ft
Jun 7, 2011
Listed
$185,000
$93/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004418124
Dec 14, 2011
Sold
$145,000
$73/sq ft
Nov 29, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 7, 2011
Listed
$185,000
$93/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE375022
Aug 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2007
Listed
$385,000
$194/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,114 (+4.8%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2025
$7,744 (+6.4%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2024
$7,276 (+19.6%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2023
$6,082 (+2.6%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2022
$5,926 (−41.3%)
$141,360 + $184,700
$326,060
2021
$10,090 (+58.0%)
$141,360 + $184,700
$326,060
2020
$6,385 (+3.3%)
$90,790 + $98,510
$189,300
2019
$6,181 (+1.4%)
$90,790 + $98,510
$189,300
2018
$6,094 (+2.3%)
2017
$5,958 (+3.0%)
2015
$5,786 (+1.4%)
2014
$5,706 (+1.6%)
2013
$5,615 (+15.0%)
2011
$4,884 (+3.1%)
2010
$4,738
Tax history for 147 Barren Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,114 (+4.8%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2025
$7,744 (+6.4%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2024
$7,276 (+19.6%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2023
$6,082 (+2.6%)
$141,360 + $234,970
$376,330
2022
$5,926 (−41.3%)
$141,360 + $184,700
$326,060
2021
$10,090 (+58.0%)
$141,360 + $184,700
$326,060
2020
$6,385 (+3.3%)
$90,790 + $98,510
$189,300
2019
$6,181 (+1.4%)
$90,790 + $98,510
$189,300
2018
$6,094 (+2.3%)
2017
$5,958 (+3.0%)
2015
$5,786 (+1.4%)
2014
$5,706 (+1.6%)
2013
$5,615 (+15.0%)
2011
$4,884 (+3.1%)
2010
$4,738
*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
2.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,820
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
27000016200
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 Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 15
Driveway - # of Spaces: 15
Private, Gravel Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Water Heater