Located in the heart of Media Borough, this classic 1955 brick twin offers a great opportunity to enjoy the charm of in-town living with space, convenience, and potential. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 1 half bath, central air, an attached garage, and a fenced backyard — a rare combination in such a walkable location. The layout includes a spacious living room, separate dining area, and a spacious kitchen, plus hardwood floors throughout. The full basement offers storage, laundry, and additional living space. Well maintained over the years, the home is ready for your personal touches. With some cosmetic updates and a little vision, this could be a wonderful long-term home or investment in a sought-after area. Enjoy easy access to downtown Media, the Media/Elwyn train line, local shops and restaurants, parks, and top-rated Rose Tree Media schools — all just steps from your front door.
TownhomeProperty Type
1955Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Patrick Joos• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
•215-646-2900 (broker)
Listed by Barb Camusi• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
•215-646-2900 (broker)
Bought with Kim Matus• Keller Williams Realty Group
Why wait? You can live in "Everybody's Hometown" too! This charming, well built, low maintenance, brick colonial twin is affordable and an excellent value. The major systems have been replaced or updated, from the heating and central air to the windows, roof and water heater. Tastefully decorated and move-in condition. There are hardwood floors, plaster walls and ceramic tile baths. The basement is partially finished with laundry and exit to the yard and garage. Don't spend your time and money making improvements when you can easily make this house your home, and enjoy all that Media offers. A nice walk to downtown shops, restaurants, theater and more. Well respected schools, and an involved community.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,499 (+4.6%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2025
$6,216 (+6.1%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2024
$5,857 (+3.5%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2023
$5,661 (+3.6%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2022
$5,465 (−39.5%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2021
$9,034 (+142.0%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2020
$3,733 (+1.7%)
$36,360 + $71,150
$107,510
2019
$3,671 (+1.4%)
$36,360 + $71,150
$107,510
2018
$3,622 (+2.2%)
2017
$3,545 (+3.2%)
2015
$3,436 (+1.3%)
2014
$3,391 (+1.5%)
2013
$3,340 (+2.1%)
2011
$3,272 (+2.1%)
2010
$3,204
Tax history for 856 N Providence Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,499 (+4.6%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2025
$6,216 (+6.1%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2024
$5,857 (+3.5%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2023
$5,661 (+3.6%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2022
$5,465 (−39.5%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2021
$9,034 (+142.0%)
$93,090 + $195,120
$288,210
2020
$3,733 (+1.7%)
$36,360 + $71,150
$107,510
2019
$3,671 (+1.4%)
$36,360 + $71,150
$107,510
2018
$3,622 (+2.2%)
2017
$3,545 (+3.2%)
2015
$3,436 (+1.3%)
2014
$3,391 (+1.5%)
2013
$3,340 (+2.1%)
2011
$3,272 (+2.1%)
2010
$3,204
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
29 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,188
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
26000134901
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
The purpose of this article is to protect, maintain and preserve the existing low-medium density residential development in the district; to provide for adequate open spaces between dwellings to ensure a desirable living environment; and to permit continued development with a variety of uses, including two-family dwellings.