Welcome home to this stunning old stone colonial built in 1800 located in the award winning Rose-Tree Media School District! While this home is tucked away on a lovely lot of ground it is minutes to major routes, is within biking distance to downtown Media, and walking distance to Rose Tree Park, making this location ideal. As you cruise up the private tree-lined drive you will surely have stars in your eyes when the home comes into view, with a large garden to the right and the home to your left. You will certainly be able to envision relaxing porch-sitting on the gorgeous wrap-around porch or grilling on the patio strategically placed for privacy. Nice big trees and nature greet you at every corner. Entering the home from the patio through the french doors into the eat-in country kitchen with butlers pantry, onto hardwood floors features plenty of cupboards and workspace. Half bath and side entrance is adjacent. The spacious dining room with custom millwork, decorative fireplace and deep-set windows begs for holiday entertaining. An equally large living room with fireplace hosting the working soapstone & cast iron insert, boasting a mantle and hearth made of reclaimed barn timbers is ideal for any relaxation and downtime. Upstairs find the main bedroom with fireplace and en-suite bathroom boasting fabulous closet space. Upper levels include three additional bedrooms with hall bath and plenty of closet space, unique to a home of this age. Step back in time to a more gracious style of living with updated conveniences and amenities! Close to all major routes, the city, shopping and the amazing dining Media has to offer. Make your appointment today for your private tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Joymarie DeFruscio• Keller Williams Realty Group
Stunning 200 year old stone colonial with many updated ammenties. Tucked away on a serene plot of ground with biking distance to downtown Media makes this location ideal for porch-setting on the gorgeous wrap-around porch or grilling on the patio strategically placed for privacy. Nice big trees and years of a loving gardener greet you at every corner. Large eat-in country kitchen with butlers pantry, french doors to the patio and hardwood floors along with plenty of cupboards and workspace. Huge dining room with fireplace and deep-set windows, Equally huge living room with fireplace and charming millwork ideal for any entertaining. Master bedroom with fireplace en-suite bathroom and fabulous closet space. Three further bedrooms with hall bath and plenty of closet space, unique to a home of this age. Step back in time to a more gracious style of living where time moves just a little slower while being close to the city, shopping and the rest of the hustle bustle life has to offer.
Public Records
Apr 26, 2010
Sold
$375,000
$144/sq ft
TREND #5622021
Apr 19, 2010
Sold
$500,000
$192/sq ft
Nov 10, 2009
Listed
$549,000
$211/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005456752
Apr 19, 2010
Sold
$500,000
$192/sq ft
Mar 4, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Nov 10, 2009
Listed
$549,000
$211/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008755322
Nov 11, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Apr 23, 2009
Listed
$689,000
$265/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008728290
Nov 11, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 2009
Listed
$200,000
$77/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE374150
Nov 11, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Dec 11, 2007
Listed
$499,000
$192/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008637264
Dec 12, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 30, 2008
Listed
$250,000
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,654 (+3.1%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2025
$11,301 (+6.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2024
$10,661 (+3.6%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2023
$10,287 (+3.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2022
$9,992 (−39.6%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2021
$16,546 (+86.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2020
$8,896 (+1.8%)
$70,640 + $176,800
$247,440
2019
$8,737 (+1.6%)
$70,640 + $176,800
$247,440
2018
$8,602 (+2.3%)
2017
$8,407 (+3.5%)
2015
$8,126 (+1.5%)
2014
$8,004 (+1.7%)
2013
$7,868 (+2.6%)
2011
$7,666 (+2.5%)
2010
$7,482
Tax history for 259 E Rose Tree Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,654 (+3.1%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2025
$11,301 (+6.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2024
$10,661 (+3.6%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2023
$10,287 (+3.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2022
$9,992 (−39.6%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2021
$16,546 (+86.0%)
$189,060 + $325,430
$514,490
2020
$8,896 (+1.8%)
$70,640 + $176,800
$247,440
2019
$8,737 (+1.6%)
$70,640 + $176,800
$247,440
2018
$8,602 (+2.3%)
2017
$8,407 (+3.5%)
2015
$8,126 (+1.5%)
2014
$8,004 (+1.7%)
2013
$7,868 (+2.6%)
2011
$7,666 (+2.5%)
2010
$7,482
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,731
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
35000174800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-1
Residence District
The R-1 Residence District is intended to promote the maintenance of existing low 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
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
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
# of Fireplaces: 3
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $176,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $70,640
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,602
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,048
County Tax: $1,351
School Tax: $6,497
Tax Assessed Value: $247,440
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $8,896
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: PENNCREST
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Identified by google maps
Municipality: UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,731
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 35000174800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Rose Tree El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$747,000 – $905,000
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