Spacious 5-Bed, 3-Bath Home with Fresh Upgrades & Finished Lower Level in Rose Tree Media Schools! Welcome to 178 Glen Riddle Rd, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offering incredible space, extensive recent updates, and everyday convenience in the heart of Media. Located in the highly sought-after Rose Tree Media School District, this move-in ready home is packed with high-value improvements and functional living space inside and out. Interior Features & Upgrades: * Fresh & Modern Finishes: Beautiful new luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring installed throughout nearly the entire home, paired with fresh interior paint for a clean, turn-key look. * Spacious Living Areas: Enjoy a warm, light-filled main floor featuring a cozy living room complete with its own fireplace. * Bonus Entertainment Level: The lower level boasts a massive playroom/movie room featuring a second fireplace—the ultimate setup for movie nights, family gatherings, or a dedicated home gym/game room. * 5 Generous Bedrooms: Plenty of flexible space for large families, multi-generational living, or multiple home offices. Major Systems & Exterior Highlights: * Energy & Exterior Upgrades: Brand-new front door, updated upper-level windows, and a new water heater for added peace of mind. * 0.3-Acre Lot & Ample Parking: Set on a level 0.3-acre lot with a private driveway that easily accommodates 4+ vehicles. Unbeatable Location: * Minutes from downtown Media ("Everybody's Hometown") for premier dining, shopping, and community events. * Excellent commuter connectivity via Route 1, I-476 (Blue Route), I-95, and SEPTA Regional Rail (Wawa/Media Line) to Philadelphia, Wilmington, and PHL Airport. * Close to Ridley Creek State Park, local trails, and everyday shopping. Offered For Sale By Owner at $699,000. Private showings available by appointment only. Contact the owner today to schedule your walkthrough!
Median sale price in this area is $474,020. (32% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Year Built: 1983
Living Area: 3288
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Finished Sq. Ft.: 2,288
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 2,288
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 27000073501
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Sale and tax history for 178 Glen Riddle Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmv0hy3u0014qs601g7onc7xh
Oct 9, 2026
Listed
$699,000
$213/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE2007578
Nov 1, 2021
Sold
$405,000
$123/sq ft
Oct 4, 2021
Pending
—
Sep 30, 2021
Price Changed
$409,900
$125/sq ft
Sep 22, 2021
Price Changed
$429,900
$131/sq ft
Sep 14, 2021
Listed
$449,000
$137/sq ft
+33
Welcome to 178 Glen Riddle Road, perfectly situated on well over half an acre in Rose Tree Media school district. Commuting is a breeze since you have easy access to route 1, 476, and 95. You will never run out of space here because there are five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a large driveway. In the colder months, there is not one but two wood burning fireplaces for your enjoyment. Donât worry about a septic tank or well because this home has PUBLIC SEWER and public water. This house will sell FAST so do not hesitate to come check it out, MAKE AN OFFER, and claim it as your own! Priced to move, you can see this property by appointment.
BRIGHT MLS #PADE2005582
Sep 12, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2021
Price Changed
$449,000
$137/sq ft
Aug 19, 2021
Listed
$499,900
$152/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE104902
May 19, 2008
Sold
$339,100
$103/sq ft
Mar 9, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 18, 2007
Listed
$339,000
$103/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE383328
Dec 5, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 7, 2007
Listed
$379,900
$116/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE102256
May 30, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 1, 2007
Listed
$379,900
$116/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE371756
Dec 31, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 25, 2006
Listed
$399,900
$122/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 11, 2005
Sold
$190,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 15, 1996
Sold
$165,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,072 (+4.8%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2025
$6,749 (+6.4%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2024
$6,342 (+3.6%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2023
$6,118 (+2.6%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2022
$5,961 (−41.3%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2021
$10,150 (+77.9%)
$101,980 + $226,030
$328,010
2020
$5,705 (+3.3%)
$54,600 + $114,550
$169,150
2019
$5,523 (+1.4%)
$54,600 + $114,550
$169,150
2018
$5,446 (+2.3%)
2017
$5,324 (+3.0%)
2015
$5,170 (+1.4%)
2014
$5,099 (+1.6%)
2013
$5,018 (+2.2%)
2011
$4,911 (+3.1%)
2010
$4,764
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
142 ft.
Lot depth
193 ft.
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,288
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,288
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
27000073501
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
Climate risks
9/10 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
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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