Media Borough — Neighborhood & Housing Guide
Media Borough • Delaware County, PA 19063
A short video about Media Borough in Delaware County is coming soon—
in the meantime, use this guide to explore the homes, location, and what to know before you buy or sell.
Living in Media Borough (“Everybody’s Hometown”)
Media Borough is the county seat of Delaware County and a compact, walkable town located roughly a dozen miles west
of Philadelphia. Known for its historic courthouse square, State Street trolley, and active local business scene,
Media blends small-town character with easy access to regional employment centers and transit.
Within its 0.8 square miles you’ll find a mix of apartments and condo buildings, row and twin homes, and
single-family houses on tree-lined streets. Residents can walk to restaurants, cafes, and cultural venues along
State Street, catch the trolley or regional rail, or reach major highways in just a few minutes by car.
Quick Facts — Media Borough
Municipality: Media Borough, Delaware County, PA 19063
Community Type: County-seat borough with mixed housing (apartments, attached & detached homes)
Nickname: “Everybody’s Hometown”
School District: Rose Tree Media School District (RTMSD)
Typical Housing: Apartments/condos, row/twin/townhomes, and single-family houses
Typical Home Age: Many late-19th / early-20th century homes plus mid-century and newer infill
Exact home size, style, and age vary block by block in Media Borough. Buyers should confirm details for any
specific property using current listing information, public records, and inspections.
Homes & Housing Types in Media Borough
Media Borough offers a wide range of housing options within a relatively small footprint. Larger apartment and
condominium buildings make up a significant portion of the housing stock, especially near the core of town. You’ll
also see many attached homes — including row, twin, and townhomes — along with pockets of single-family
detached houses on side streets and at the edges of the borough.
Architectural styles reflect the borough’s history: older Victorian-era and early-20th-century homes closer to
downtown, mid-century construction in some residential blocks, and newer townhome and condo developments in infill
locations. Bedroom counts, square footage, and lot sizes vary widely, from compact walk-up apartments to larger
single-family homes with yards and off-street parking.
Because the housing mix is so varied, it’s important to compare recent sales and active listings for homes that
are truly similar in type, size, condition, and location within the borough when you’re evaluating value.
HOA, Amenities & Lifestyle
Media Borough itself is not governed by a single homeowners association; instead, individual condo and townhome
communities may have their own HOAs with separate fees and services. These can include building and common-area
maintenance, certain utilities, and shared amenities. Details vary by community, so buyers should review HOA
documents and budgets for any given property.
Day-to-day lifestyle in Media centers on the walkable downtown and civic spaces. State Street hosts restaurants,
shops, and events such as seasonal open-air dining nights, arts and music programming, and a year-round calendar
of borough-sponsored activities. The courthouse, borough hall, parks, and local libraries all sit within or near
the center of town.
For 55+ buyers or those seeking specific amenities (elevators, garages, on-site fitness rooms, etc.), there are
targeted condo and townhome options in and around the borough, but offerings differ by building and by year built.
Location, Transit & Surrounding Area
Media sits near the geographic center of Delaware County with convenient access to major routes. U.S. 1 (Baltimore Pike
and the Media Bypass) runs nearby, and Interstate 476 (the Blue Route) is just to the east, connecting quickly to
I-95 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Additional north-south routes include PA 252, 320, 352, 420, and 452.
Transit is a key feature of the borough. The SEPTA Media/Wawa Regional Rail line provides service toward Center City
Philadelphia, and the Route 101 trolley runs right down State Street, linking Media to the 69th Street Transportation
Center and the rest of the SEPTA system. For many residents, this combination of road and rail options is a major
advantage when commuting or exploring the region.
Nearby you’ll find additional shopping corridors along Baltimore Pike, larger parks and open space, and other
established Delaware County neighborhoods, as well as easy access to universities, healthcare campuses, and cultural
attractions throughout the western suburbs and Philadelphia.
School District & Taxes
Media Borough is served by the Rose Tree Media School District (RTMSD). Elementary students may attend schools such
as Media Elementary, Glenwood, Indian Lane, or Rose Tree, with students typically progressing to Springton Lake
Middle School and Penncrest High School. School assignments can change over time and may vary by street, so buyers
should verify current assignments directly with RTMSD or using the district’s boundary tools before making
decisions based on schools.
Property taxes depend on the specific property’s assessed value and the current millage rates for Delaware County,
Media Borough, and the school district. For planning purposes, buyers and owners should consult up-to-date tax
information from their lender, real estate professional, or local government offices.
Market Snapshot & Next Steps
The Media Borough real estate market includes everything from rental apartments and condo units to historic twins
and single-family homes, and public data can shift quickly as new projects and listings come online. Online
summaries or “average” numbers may not reflect the value of a specific home type on a particular block.
To understand current conditions, it’s important to review recent comparable sales and active competition for
properties that truly match what you’re buying or selling. That might mean looking separately at condo buildings,
fee-simple townhomes, or older single-family homes with off-street parking.
If you’re considering a move in or out of Media Borough, The Cyr Team can prepare a custom pricing and timing
plan based on your goals, property type, and how Media compares to nearby neighborhoods across Delaware and
Chester Counties.
Thinking About a Move In or Out of Media Borough?
We help buyers and sellers navigate Media Borough and nearby Delaware County communities.
If you’d like a custom plan based on your timing, budget, and preferred areas, we’re here to help.