Nestled in the highly sought-after Bowling Green neighborhood, just minutes from downtown Media, this captivating English Cotswold cottage offers true fairytale-like curb appeal. A picturesque stone pathway leads you into a classic Center Hall, complete with an original turned-spindle staircase and handrail, as well as a convenient powder room. The main level flows effortlessly for both everyday living and entertaining. To the right, a charming living room features a fabulous wood-burning stove as its centerpiece creating a wonderful winter ambiance. There is also direct access to a covered porch connecting the house and garage—an exceptionally practical setup. Adjacent to the living room is a lovely dining room boasting a stylish light fixture and glass sliders that open to an expansive stone patio overlooking the large, fully fenced backyard. The kitchen offers wood cabinetry, a breakfast bar, a wide opening into the dining room, and direct outdoor access for effortless outdoor grilling. To the left of the entry, a second spacious family room adds incredible flexibility. Gorgeous hardwood floors run throughout, and all windows have been upgraded to stunning, architectural-grade replacements. They are certainly a WOW feature throughout the home. Upstairs, you will find three sun-drenched bedrooms and two full baths. To the left is a bright bedroom featuring two walls of windows. Down the hall, past the convenient second-floor laundry and a hall bath with a tub/shower, is a second spacious bedroom. At the end of the hall resides the magical Primary Suite, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, gorgeous natural light, and an en-suite bath with a large shower and double vanity. The fully finished basement adds impressive living space, including a cozy sitting area, a recreation room (currently used as a home gym), a dedicated private office with natural light, and a large unfinished section for extra storage. Step outside to enjoy the enormous yard, featuring expansive side and rear grounds that present exciting possibilities for future expansion. Meticulously updated with new Marvin windows and a new HVAC system (2022) and filled with thoughtful design choices, this home reflects the deep care and love of its current owners—creating a rare and lucky opportunity for today’s buyer!
Amazing NEW PRICE for this utterly charming "Cotswold Cottage" in the much sought-after Bowling Green neighborhood. This 3 BR, 2.5 BA home has many original details including fine woodwork, large stone fireplace with wood-burning stove, deep windowsills, leaded glass windows, custom doors and the signature, storybook lime-washed stone exterior. The main floor consists of a sunken living room, powder room, formal dining room and a kitchen which has been updated and brightly opened up with a graceful arch from the foyer, featuring cork flooring, birch cabinets, stainless and black appliances, and glass doors on either side. Off the kitchen is a second eating area with sliding glass doors to the stone patio. The second floor offers the main bedroom with vaulted ceiling and its own bath, and two other bedrooms , laundry closet and hall bath. Partially finished basement with office and storage , two-car garage attached by breezeway and fully fenced back yard. Award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore schools and close to all Media has to offer: a plethora of great restaurants, parks, quaint boutiques, live theatre. Convenient to trolley, train, 476, I-95 and PHL airport.
BRIGHT MLS #PADE133174
Jul 3, 2007
Sold
$409,000
$222/sq ft
Jan 23, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 30, 2006
Listed
$409,000
$222/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE379902
Dec 1, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 4, 2006
Listed
$449,900
$244/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE386096
Apr 9, 2006
Listing Removed
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Oct 19, 2005
Listed
$524,900
$284/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,475 (+7.5%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2025
$16,257 (+2.4%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2024
$15,874 (+4.1%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2023
$15,252 (+2.2%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2022
$14,928 (−38.4%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2021
$24,253 (+67.5%)
$157,290 + $287,950
$445,240
2020
$14,476 (+2.8%)
$120,070 + $129,720
$249,790
2019
$14,076 (+2.0%)
$120,070 + $129,720
$249,790
2018
$13,803 (+2.8%)
2017
$13,423 (+5.3%)
2015
$12,750 (+1.9%)
2014
$12,508 (+2.1%)
2013
$12,251 (+3.4%)
2011
$11,846 (+3.9%)
2010
$11,402
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
130 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,876
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,876
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
34000273100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
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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Historical weather
Media, PA • 19063
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Media. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 900 Twyckenham Rd
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