Welcome to this beautiful Upper Providence colonial -beautifully maintained and decorated--3 spacious Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Master Bath was completed this week!). Living Room opens to formal Dining Room; Kitchen with island, granite counter and stainless appliances opens to the family room with newer gas fireplace . Hardwood floors throughout the home--this home shows like a model home! A recently added fence gives this level backyard privacy and the 3 patio areas are all great for entertaining! A large shed with electric gives you room for all the extras!!! Conveniently located close to train and Media Restaurants as well as Rt. 476 and Shopping and Hospitals-- this location can't be beat!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$375Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Diane Nelson• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Listed by Don Hibberd• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Benjamin Swavely• BHHS Fox & Roach Malvern-Paoli
This Upper Providence beauty has it all!!! Gorgeous kitchen with granite counters, maple cabinets, and tile back-splash. Hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. Family room has floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace plus sliding door access to the fenced rear yard. Master bedroom suite plus two additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom upstairs. Basement has separate laundry room and plenty of storage space plus there is a walk-up attic with additional space. Located in the sought after Rose Tree-Media School district and convenient to schools, shopping, and major routes. Make your appointment today because this home will not last long!
Public Records
Jul 26, 2010
Sold
$319,000
$216/sq ft
TREND #5696376
Jun 24, 2010
Sold
$319,000
$216/sq ft
Apr 19, 2010
Listed
$319,000
$216/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004820656
Apr 30, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Apr 19, 2010
Listed
$319,000
$216/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009034552
Apr 19, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2010
Listed
$329,000
$223/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008880156
Jan 26, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Oct 12, 2009
Listed
$318,900
$216/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE161818
Apr 25, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 21, 2005
Listed
$211,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,769 (+3.1%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2025
$6,564 (+6.0%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2024
$6,192 (+3.6%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2023
$5,975 (+3.0%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2022
$5,803 (−39.6%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2021
$9,611 (+110.8%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2020
$4,558 (+1.8%)
$38,770 + $88,010
$126,780
2019
$4,477 (+1.6%)
$38,770 + $88,010
$126,780
2018
$4,407 (+2.3%)
2017
$4,307 (+3.5%)
2015
$4,163 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,101 (+1.7%)
2013
$4,031 (+2.6%)
2011
$3,928 (+2.5%)
2010
$3,834
Tax history for 42 Preston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,769 (+3.1%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2025
$6,564 (+6.0%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2024
$6,192 (+3.6%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2023
$5,975 (+3.0%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2022
$5,803 (−39.6%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2021
$9,611 (+110.8%)
$78,370 + $220,460
$298,830
2020
$4,558 (+1.8%)
$38,770 + $88,010
$126,780
2019
$4,477 (+1.6%)
$38,770 + $88,010
$126,780
2018
$4,407 (+2.3%)
2017
$4,307 (+3.5%)
2015
$4,163 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,101 (+1.7%)
2013
$4,031 (+2.6%)
2011
$3,928 (+2.5%)
2010
$3,834
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
105 ft.
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,476
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
35000150800
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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $220,460
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Street Lights, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 45.00 x 105.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $78,370
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,476
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $674
County Tax: $896
School Tax: $4,232
Tax Assessed Value: $298,830
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $5,803
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
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
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE
High School: PENNCREST
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: From Rt. 1 and Rt 252, take 252 South, past Super WAWA to right on Preston Rd to house on right
Municipality: UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,476
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 35000150800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rose Tree El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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
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Estimated sale price
$526,000 – $637,000
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