This exceptional home is perched above the heart of historic Rose Valley, in a very private and serene setting. Loaded with charm and character including deep windowsills, bay windows, built-ins, glass pocket doors, two fireplaces, slate patio and hardwood floors. This pristine home boasts a beautifully updated chef's kitchen with induction stove top, double ovens, farm sink, pantry, custom cabinets and quartz marble island. The layout of this home is wonderful and unique, with a transforming open concept using glass pocket doors to create intimate gathering places. Situated on almost an acre this is a very special home located across the street from the Rose Valley pool and tennis club. Walking distance to walking trails, to schools including elementary, middle and high, as well as the Rose Valley and Wallingford train stations to Philadelphia. Please contact Listing Agent for a very detailed list of all improvements and upgrades.
Welcome to this beautiful, bright, cheery, gracious home nestled into the side of the hill with treetop views and an abundance of privacy. Enter into the large foyer and admire the room to room views that extend the entire length of the house. The Living Room is bright with a large picture window, built-in bookshelves and a lovely wood burning fireplace with mantel. Just beyond the wonderful pocket doors is the formal Dining Room with lovely details and door to kitchen. The Dining Room also opens into the stunning Family Room which boasts three walls of windows and a door to the covered stone patio. This room is sure to be the most coveted of all the spaces. Standing in the Foyer, to the right, a few steps down, is another fabulous cozy Family Room with built in shelves and access to the garage and unfinished basement/utility room. The first floor foyer area also has a lovely powder room and adjacent to it is the spacious Eat-in-Kitchen with large dining area situated in front of a charming wood burning fireplace surrounded by exposed brick and a wooden lentil. There are beautiful views of, and access to, the gorgeous slate patio and stone koi pond and surrounding woods. The kitchen has granite counters, wood cabinets, and plenty of space for the gourmet cook! There is also a wonderful breakfast bar for a quick bite or place to sit down and do homework after a long day! The 2nd floor boasts a large Master Bedroom with ample closet space and en suite Bathroom which was completely remodeled and is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! There are two more bedrooms on this floor with good closet space and plenty of light plus another fabulous remodeled bathroom! The third floor has newly refinished floors with two more good sized bedrooms and a full bath. Both the interior and exterior of this house have been tastefully improved over the years -- this house is truly a gem! And, it's location can't be beat - in the heart of Rose Valley which is steeped in history - just across from the Rose Valley Swim and Tennis and close to schools (award-winning Wallingford Elementary) and the train.
BRIGHT MLS #1009481848
Jul 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 23, 2012
Listed
$639,900
$177/sq ft
Public Records
May 5, 1998
Sold
$317,500
$88/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE229802
Mar 5, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Jan 9, 1998
Listed
$317,500
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,652 (+7.8%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2025
$20,080 (+2.3%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2024
$19,626 (+4.2%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2023
$18,833 (+2.1%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2022
$18,441 (−40.0%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2021
$30,712 (+70.3%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2020
$18,038 (+2.8%)
$78,370 + $254,065
$332,435
2019
$17,554 (+1.8%)
$78,370 + $254,065
$332,435
2018
$17,247 (+2.1%)
2017
$16,890 (+4.7%)
2015
$16,138 (+1.9%)
2014
$15,832 (+2.0%)
2013
$15,526 (+3.2%)
2011
$15,050 (+4.0%)
2010
$14,466
Tax history for 204 W Possum Hollow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$21,652 (+7.8%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2025
$20,080 (+2.3%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2024
$19,626 (+4.2%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2023
$18,833 (+2.1%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2022
$18,441 (−40.0%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2021
$30,712 (+70.3%)
$169,300 + $417,200
$586,500
2020
$18,038 (+2.8%)
$78,370 + $254,065
$332,435
2019
$17,554 (+1.8%)
$78,370 + $254,065
$332,435
2018
$17,247 (+2.1%)
2017
$16,890 (+4.7%)
2015
$16,138 (+1.9%)
2014
$15,832 (+2.0%)
2013
$15,526 (+3.2%)
2011
$15,050 (+4.0%)
2010
$14,466
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
447 ft.
Lot depth
259 ft.
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,621
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
39000007501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Mud Room
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $254,065
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 447.00 x 259.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $78,370
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,621
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $678
County Tax: $1,815
School Tax: $15,544
Tax Assessed Value: $332,435
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $18,038
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: WALLINGFORD
Middle Or Junior School: STRATH HAVEN
High School: STRATH HAVEN
School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From Rose Valley Road heading North, turn right on Possum Hollow, the home is on the corner of Possum Hollow and Locust Lane
Municipality: ROSE VALLEY BORO
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,621
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 39000007501
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wallingford El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Strath Haven Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Strath Haven High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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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Historical weather
Rose Valley, PA • 19086
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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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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.31M
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