Who knew so much privacy could be found just 5 minutes from the lively Media Borough?! This "tucked away" ranch offers new owners the opportunity to have their own tranquil getaway in award-winning Rose Tree Media School District, for under 330k! Enter into a large, open living room with hardwood floors that flow throughout the main level. The dining area is defined by a mid-century modern style paper chandelier, with a backdrop of serene tree-tops through the balcony door. The nicely-sized kitchen features durable stone countertops, backsplash, and tons of character with the butcher block island, cottage-style cabinetry, and plank ceiling. The coveted open floor plan is yours in this home. .. open the balcony doors for a relaxing cross breeze! Character continues down the hall in the full bath with glass tile walls and a large roman shower. The master bedroom is spacious enough to accommodate all of your furnishings, and features a ceiling fan and large closet. 2 additional bedrooms, a hall linen closet and larger coat closet complete the main level. Downstairs is a large family room with a wood stove and access to the HUGE NEW deck, with plenty of space to enjoy the lush wooded setting that this property boasts. The outdoor living that you will enjoy here is endless, as the deck is large enough for a BBQ setting/entertaining space, outdoor living furniture "lounging" set, play area, and covered space, where you can relax and enjoy in all climates. .. each season brings a "retreat" like setting where panoramic views abound, whether it be the leaves changing in the fall, or the snow touching the trees, or the warmth of the summer sun! The laundry room offers plenty of storage space. Also on this level is the 4th bedroom, with deck access and a second FULL bath; this space would make a great bedroom, guest room, home office, nanny quarters (as it has its own entrance). .. .. the lower level doubles the living space between the great room, bedroom, bath, and convenient walk out to the outdoor living! Shade from the trees helps keeps the home cool in the warmer months. * * Roof NEW in 2007/Public Water/Public Sewer/Gas Cooking * * The lush setting makes this a truly unique find for a buyer that appreciates nature and privacy. The exemplary Rose Tree Media School District, proximity to the "Borough, " and major routes, makes it a value packed find for a single in this area! Your bucolic retreat awaits!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
0.75 acresLot Size
$426Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Kristin Ciarmella• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Hillside Ranch On Private Setting. Excellent Condition, 3/4 Br's, 2 Baths. Large Deck With View Over Woods.
Public Records
Nov 7, 1986
Sold
$119,900
$86/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1983
Sold
$67,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,504 (+3.1%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2025
$6,308 (+6.0%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2024
$5,951 (+3.6%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2023
$5,742 (+3.0%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2022
$5,577 (−39.6%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2021
$9,235 (+68.3%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2020
$5,486 (+1.8%)
$70,670 + $81,920
$152,590
2019
$5,388 (+1.6%)
$70,670 + $81,920
$152,590
2018
$5,305 (+2.3%)
2017
$5,184 (+3.5%)
2015
$5,011 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,936 (+1.7%)
2013
$4,852 (+2.6%)
2011
$4,727 (+2.5%)
2010
$4,614
Tax history for 617 Farnum Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,504 (+3.1%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2025
$6,308 (+6.0%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2024
$5,951 (+3.6%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2023
$5,742 (+3.0%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2022
$5,577 (−39.6%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2021
$9,235 (+68.3%)
$146,570 + $140,590
$287,160
2020
$5,486 (+1.8%)
$70,670 + $81,920
$152,590
2019
$5,388 (+1.6%)
$70,670 + $81,920
$152,590
2018
$5,305 (+2.3%)
2017
$5,184 (+3.5%)
2015
$5,011 (+1.5%)
2014
$4,936 (+1.7%)
2013
$4,852 (+2.6%)
2011
$4,727 (+2.5%)
2010
$4,614
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.75 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,064
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
35000037104
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-3
Residence District
The R-3 Residence District is intended to promote the maintenance of existing medium 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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Wood Stove
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $81,920
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Balcony
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloping, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 115X292
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $70,670
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,400
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $152,590
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $5,396
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Circuit Breakers
Gas, Hot Water, Baseboard
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: MEDIA
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE
High School: PENNCREST
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
Location Information
Cross Street: DOGWOOD LN
Directions: From Rte 252, turn onto Farnum. Private drive is on the right (look for mailbox # 617) and home is the 2nd on the right. Park in Driveway.
Municipality: UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,064
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 35000037104
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Media El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
9/10
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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
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Estimated sale price
$567,000 – $686,000
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