5 Single Lane, Wallingford, PA 19086-6201 $980,000

Beds/Baths: 4/3.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,067
Acreage: 0.83
Age:79 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PADE2089316
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Timeless elegance meets modern comfort at this 1946 Colonial oasis on almost an acre in a prime location in the Wallingford Elementary catchment area. Step into a piece of history, beautifully updated for today's discerning buyer. This exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom Colonial home, is nestled on a breathtaking acre of lush lawn adorned with stunning flowering trees, offering a truly peaceful and private oasis. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the timeless architectural details that make homes of this era so special. Beautiful wide-plank floors underfoot and charming built-in cabinetry that speak to a bygone era of craftsmanship. This home seamlessly blends its historic charm with thoughtful additions designed for modern living. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the large, inviting eat-in kitchen, perfectly appointed for both casual family meals and gourmet entertaining. This tastefully appointed space flows effortlessly into a wonderful family room, creating an open and connected atmosphere. Practicality abounds with a dedicated utility room featuring washer/dryer hook-ups, a convenient mudroom, and a covered breezeway providing sheltered access to the two-car garage. The formal living room is a truly special space, exuding warmth and character with it's stately fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Step outside from here to discover an exceptional deck with outdoor living and dining spaces which also connects to the kitchen, perfect for enjoying al fresco meals or simply relaxing amidst the serene surroundings. The large and welcoming dining room is also poised for memorable gatherings. Upstairs, retreat to the very spacious primary bedroom, a true sanctuary complete with ample closet space and a beautifully renovated en-suite bathroom. Three additional generously sized bedrooms provide comfort and privacy for family or guests. An adaptable office area and two more tastefully renovated bathrooms on the second floor complete the upper level, ensuring everyone has their own space. The partially finished basement offers exciting potential, featuring an additional laundry room, a workshop area, and a convenient door leading directly to the outside – a versatile space ready for a myriad of uses, from a home gym to a recreation room or additional storage. The grounds of this property are truly unparalleled – an incredibly special feature that sets this home apart. Experience the tranquility of a country-like setting with expansive lawns and vibrant, mature landscaping that creates a picturesque backdrop for everyday living. Despite this idyllic privacy, you are just minutes from the vibrant downtown Media, with its array of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Commuting is a breeze with the SEPTA train station just a short walk away. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home that perfectly marries historic grandeur with contemporary convenience in an unbeatable location. Schedule your private tour today and prepare to fall in love!

Taxes: $19,787
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Wallingford-Swarthmore
Elem. School: Wallingford Mid. School: Strath Haven High School: Strath Haven

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry, Hookup Laundry, Main Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Outside Entrance Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Wood Fireplace

Exterior
Block Foundation, Brick Exterior, Deck(s)

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Public Elementary (42 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Wallingford Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 0.15 mi
Nether Providence Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 1.28 mi
Media Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 1.38 mi
Swarthmore-Rutledge School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Swarthmore 1.55 mi
Indian Lane Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 1.68 mi
Grace Park Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Swarthmore 1.88 mi
Coebourn Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 2.09 mi
Parkside Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 2.19 mi
Sabold Elementary School Springfield School District 2–5 Springfield 2.2 mi
Woodlyn Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Woodlyn 2.36 mi
Rose Tree Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 2.39 mi
Edgewood Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Folsom 2.41 mi
Springfield Literacy Center Springfield School District K–1 Springfield 2.48 mi
Stetser Elementary School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–6 Chester 2.68 mi
Lakeview Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Ridley Park 2.9 mi
Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester-Upland School District K–8 Chester 2.92 mi
Main Street School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Brookhaven 3.04 mi
Amosland Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Morton 3.12 mi
Eddystone Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Eddystone 3.3 mi
Glenwood Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 3.53 mi
Leedom Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Ridley Park 3.56 mi
Chester Community Charter School Chester Community Charter School K–8 Chester 3.58 mi
Chester Upland School of Arts Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Chester 3.59 mi
Prospect Park School Interboro School District 1–8 Prospect Park 3.8 mi
Scenic Hills Elementary School Springfield School District 2–5 Springfield 3.86 mi
Kindergarten Academy Interboro School District K Prospect Park 3.88 mi
Pennell Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 3.9 mi
Aston Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 4.11 mi
Westbrook Park Elementary School Upper Darby School District K–5 Clifton Heights 4.13 mi
Primos Elementary School Upper Darby School District K–5 Primos 4.14 mi
Glenolden School Interboro School District 1–8 Glenolden 4.19 mi
Darby Township School Southeast Delco School District K–8 Glenolden 4.22 mi
Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Southeast Delco School District K Glenolden 4.26 mi
Norwood School Interboro School District 1–8 Norwood 4.29 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.44 mi
Loomis Elementary School Marple Newtown School District K–5 Broomall 4.68 mi
Hilltop Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Aston 4.73 mi
Walter M Senkow Elementary School Upper Darby School District 1–5 Glenolden 4.73 mi
Aronimink Elementary School Upper Darby School District 1–5 Drexel Hill 4.82 mi
Aldan Elementary School William Penn School District K–6 Aldan 4.86 mi
Tinicum School Interboro School District 1–8 Essington 4.93 mi
Russell Elementary School Marple Newtown School District K–5 Broomall 4.99 mi

Public Middle (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Strath Haven Middle School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 6–8 Wallingford 0.43 mi
Richardson Middle School Springfield School District 6–8 Springfield 2.41 mi
Ridley Middle School Ridley School District 6–8 Ridley Park 2.82 mi
Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester-Upland School District 4–8 Chester 3.02 mi
Springton Lake Middle School Rose Tree Media School District 6–8 Media 3.05 mi
Northley Middle School Penn-Delco School District 6–8 Aston 3.41 mi
Paxon Hollow Middle School Marple Newtown School District 6–8 Broomall 3.98 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.44 mi

Public High (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Strath Haven High School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 9–12 Wallingford 0.42 mi
Ridley High School Ridley School District 9–12 Folsom 2.2 mi
Springfield High School Springfield School District 9–12 Springfield 2.78 mi
Penncrest High School Rose Tree Media School District 9–12 Media 3.39 mi
Chester High School Chester-Upland School District 9–12 Chester 3.45 mi
Sun Valley High School Penn-Delco School District 9–12 Aston 3.61 mi
STEM at Showalter Chester-Upland School District 7–12 Chester 3.63 mi
Interboro Senior High School Interboro School District 9–12 Prospect Park 3.73 mi
Delaware County Technical High School-As Delaware County Technical High School 9–12 Aston 4.35 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 4.44 mi

Private (40 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
The School In Rose Valley Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Rose Valley 0.87 mi
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wallingford 1.16 mi
Geoge Crothers Memorial School Nonsectarian Ungraded Swarthmore 1.49 mi
Kehillah Early Learning Center Jewish Preschool–K Wallingford 1.62 mi
Milagre Kids School Nonsectarian 9–12 Swarthmore 1.65 mi
Media-Providence Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Media 1.69 mi
Notre Dame De Lourdes School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Swarthmore 1.69 mi
The Walden School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Media 2.15 mi
Davidson School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Elwyn 2.26 mi
The Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Brookhaven 2.3 mi
Drexel Neumann Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Chester 2.6 mi
Widener University Child Development Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chester 2.62 mi
Rose Tree Early Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 2.71 mi
St James Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Ridley Park 2.83 mi
Our Lady Of Angels Regional Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Morton 2.89 mi
St Francis Of Assisi School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Springfield 2.98 mi
Media Children's House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Aston 3.38 mi
Holy Family Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Aston 3.38 mi
Benchmark School Nonsectarian 1–8 Media 3.49 mi
Cardinal O'Hara High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Springfield 3.56 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Aston 3.6 mi
St Mary Magdalen School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Media 3.7 mi
Ridley Area Ymca-Childcare Nonsectarian K Secane 3.7 mi
Faith Temple Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–6 Chester 3.81 mi
Holy Cross School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Springfield 4.03 mi
Frederick Douglass Christian School Baptist Preschool–7 Chester 4.04 mi
Easter Seals Of Southeastern Pa Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 4.12 mi
Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Nonsectarian Preschool–K Drexel Hill 4.19 mi
St Eugene Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Primos 4.24 mi
St Eugenes School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Primos 4.24 mi
St Mark's Christian School Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Preschool–K Clifton Heights 4.28 mi
Center For Self Development Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Chester 4.29 mi
Tiny Miracles Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Primos 4.31 mi
Kiddie Kampus Learning Center Christian (no specific denomination) K Upper Chichester 4.37 mi
Middletown Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Media 4.47 mi
The Nicholas School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Clifton Heights 4.7 mi
St Dorothy School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Drexel Hill 4.83 mi
Chesterbrook Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newtown Square 4.86 mi
Lifeworks School At Rockbourne Falls Nonsectarian 5–12 Clifton Heights 4.89 mi
Liberty Baptist Academy Baptist K–12 Glenolden 4.94 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Wallingford (19086), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 29
  • Average salary of people in this community: $85,837

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,047
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.70
  • Households w/ Children: 67%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 3,737 (85.2%)
  • Rented: 483 (11.0%)
  • Vacant: 164 (3.7%)
  • Total: 4,384

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: 11,746
Households: 4,220
Median Age: 43.90

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.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.0%
  • Some High School: 1.7%
  • High School Graduate: 14.6%
  • Some College: 14.3%
  • Associate Degree: 7.8%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 26.2%
  • Graduate Degree: 34.3%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $118,320

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).

  • One Bedroom: $1,058
  • Two Bedroom: $1,313
  • Three Bedroom: $1,355

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Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (610) 822-3356, marianne.dillon@compass.com

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5 Single Lane, Wallingford, PA 19086-6201

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