630 Mount Alverno Road, Media, PA 19063-5412 $710,000

Open House: Sun, Jun 8, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Beds/Baths: 5/2.2
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,366
Acreage: 2.45
Age:58 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PADE2086974
Subdivision: Mount Alverno
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 630 Mount Alverno Road—a rare 2.45-acre opportunity in Media that’s a smart canvas for future value. Whether you’re looking for a forever home to personalize over time or seeking a property with serious equity potential, this is a space where vision and investment align. Set on one of the largest and most private lots in the area, this home offers unmatched potential to expand, renovate, or reimagine. Recent nearby sales have already demonstrated strong market values for updated homes on smaller lots—offering a clear path to upside with thoughtful improvements. The home is being sold as-is, giving buyers the freedom and flexibility to upgrade according to their own timeline and preferences. Inside, you’re welcomed by a traditional layout: a formal dining area to the right and a spacious living room to the left, opening into a cozy family room. The kitchen offers generous workspace and can be easily customized to suit your taste or resale goals. A door from the kitchen leads to the rear deck—perfect for morning coffee or future outdoor entertaining. The main floor also includes a powder room and a flexible bonus room—ideal for a guest space, home office, or playroom. Upstairs, you’ll find four well-sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, offering comfortable space for family. The walk-out basement adds even more usable square footage, a half bath, and a large storage area—perfect for future conversion into an in-law suite, game room, or studio space. Outside, the home includes both an attached garage and a detached oversized two-car garage, offering excellent flexibility for storage, hobbies, or future income-producing potential. Above the detached garage is a finished wood-paneled loft—a perfect creative studio, office, or rental workspace. Remember: Apple, Amazon, and Disney all began in spaces just like this. The expansive lot offers not just privacy, but possibility. Add a garden, pool, or outdoor entertaining space. With mature trees lining the rear of the property, your views are private and protected for years to come. And the location? Prime: ✅ Top-rated schools ✅ Ridley Creek State Park minutes away ✅ Close to downtown Media’s restaurants, shops, and community events ✅ Easy access to major highways and public transit This is more than just a place to live—it’s a long-term play for value and lifestyle. Move in now, renovate over time, or upgrade right away—this property is full of potential, being sold as-is, and ready for its next chapter. Schedule your visit today and explore what’s possible.

2nd Stry Fam Rm: Upper 1

Taxes: $8,744
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Rose Tree Media

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Oil, Window Unit(s) Cooling, None, Hot Water - 60+ Gallon Tank, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway, Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Attached Garage Spaces #: 1; Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Walkout Level Basement, Carpet Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring, Exterior Cameras, Motion Detectors, Security System

Exterior
Brick/Mortar Foundation, Stone Foundation, Wood Foundation, Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior, Combination Exterior, Concrete Exterior, Glass Exterior, Masonry, Vinyl Siding

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Public Elementary (27 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Aston Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 1.25 mi
Pennell Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 1.52 mi
Glenwood Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 1.59 mi
Indian Lane Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 1.75 mi
Coebourn Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 1.89 mi
Hilltop Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Aston 2.42 mi
Parkside Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 2.73 mi
Nether Providence Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 2.83 mi
Main Street School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Brookhaven 3 mi
Wallingford Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 3.1 mi
Media Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 3.14 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 3.47 mi
Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester-Upland School District K–8 Chester 3.85 mi
Chester Upland School of Arts Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Chester 3.94 mi
Stetser Elementary School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–6 Chester 3.96 mi
Rose Tree Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 3.96 mi
Linwood Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Linwood 4.16 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–5 Garnet Valley 4.18 mi
Boothwyn Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Boothwyn 4.2 mi
Grace Park Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Swarthmore 4.41 mi
Chester Community Charter School Chester Community Charter School K–8 Chester 4.43 mi
Swarthmore-Rutledge School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Swarthmore 4.5 mi
Woodlyn Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Woodlyn 4.54 mi
Marcus Hook Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Marcus Hook 4.63 mi
Garnet Valley Elementary School Garnet Valley School District 3–5 Glen Mills 4.71 mi
Concord Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–2 Glen Mills 4.85 mi
Eddystone Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Eddystone 4.85 mi

Public Middle (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Northley Middle School Penn-Delco School District 6–8 Aston 1.86 mi
Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester-Upland School District 4–8 Chester 2.6 mi
Strath Haven Middle School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 6–8 Wallingford 3.11 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 3.47 mi
Chichester Middle School Chichester School District 5–8 Boothwyn 3.64 mi
Springton Lake Middle School Rose Tree Media School District 6–8 Media 4.15 mi
Garnet Valley Middle School Garnet Valley School District 6–8 Glen Mills 4.74 mi
Talley Middle School Brandywine School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.87 mi

Public High (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Delaware County Technical High School-As Delaware County Technical High School 9–12 Aston 1.42 mi
Sun Valley High School Penn-Delco School District 9–12 Aston 1.86 mi
Penncrest High School Rose Tree Media School District 9–12 Media 2.7 mi
Strath Haven High School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 9–12 Wallingford 3.02 mi
Chichester Senior High School Chichester School District 9–12 Boothwyn 3.22 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 3.47 mi
STEM at Showalter Chester-Upland School District 7–12 Chester 3.65 mi
Chester High School Chester-Upland School District 9–12 Chester 3.93 mi
Garnet Valley High School Garnet Valley School District 9–12 Glen Mills 4.2 mi
Ridley High School Ridley School District 9–12 Folsom 4.9 mi

Private (28 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Aston 1.2 mi
Media Children's House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Aston 1.26 mi
Holy Family Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Aston 1.34 mi
The Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Brookhaven 2.01 mi
The School In Rose Valley Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Rose Valley 2.12 mi
Davidson School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Elwyn 2.2 mi
Kiddie Kampus Learning Center Christian (no specific denomination) K Upper Chichester 2.28 mi
St Thomas The Apostle School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glen Mills 2.5 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Upper Chichester 2.83 mi
Easter Seals Of Southeastern Pa Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 3.02 mi
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wallingford 3.13 mi
Media-Providence Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Media 3.18 mi
Kehillah Early Learning Center Jewish Preschool–K Wallingford 3.54 mi
Middletown Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 3.57 mi
Drexel Neumann Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Chester 3.74 mi
Frederick Douglass Christian School Baptist Preschool–7 Chester 3.79 mi
Widener University Child Development Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chester 3.81 mi
The Walden School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Media 3.81 mi
Rose Tree Early Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 3.87 mi
Faith Temple Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–6 Chester 3.89 mi
Center For Self Development Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Chester 4.11 mi
Milagre Kids School Nonsectarian 9–12 Swarthmore 4.22 mi
Geoge Crothers Memorial School Nonsectarian Ungraded Swarthmore 4.24 mi
Notre Dame De Lourdes School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Swarthmore 4.25 mi
Aardvark Child Care & Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 4.29 mi
The Malvern School Nonsectarian K Glen Mills 4.4 mi
St Mary Magdalen School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Media 4.44 mi
Benchmark School Nonsectarian 1–8 Media 4.61 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Media (19063), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 29
  • Average salary of people in this community: $83,104

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,531
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.32
  • Households w/ Children: 43%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 10,619 (66.3%)
  • Rented: 4,398 (27.5%)
  • Vacant: 992 (6.2%)
  • Total: 16,009

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 35,764
Households: 15,017
Median Age: 46.90

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 0.7%
  • Some High School: 1.6%
  • High School Graduate: 19.1%
  • Some College: 15.7%
  • Associate Degree: 6.4%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 28.4%
  • Graduate Degree: 28.1%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $101,599

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,144
  • One Bedroom: $1,124
  • Two Bedroom: $1,412
  • Three Bedroom: $1,876
  • Four Bedroom: $2,313

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Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Real Estate - Media , (610) 565-1995, klrw709@kw.com

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630 Mount Alverno Road, Media, PA 19063-5412

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