490 Bancroft Rd, Media, PA 19063
What This House Offers
This stunning Media, PA home available for long-term rent was built in 1910 has 6-bedrooms, 7 baths offers the perfect blend of timeless charm, luxury, comfort, and convenience. Set on a beautiful .67-acre property, the home features a private in-ground pool, a serene pond, and expansive outdoor living spaces ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying nature right in your backyard. Inside, you’ll find the classic blend with a fresh modern edge with plenty of natural light throughout the first floor including the newly renovated kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, large dinner room and comfortable living room with fireplace. This home offers renters 4 floors of generous living and entertaining space including a recently finished basement with full bath. The second floor offers a spacious master suite with its own private bathroom with heated floors, walk-in closet and a sun porch. There are two additional bedrooms, full bathroom with clawfoot tub and separate spacious shower and laundry room. Let’s not forget about the sleeping porch that would be great for a playroom or exercise area. The third floor is home to 3 large bedrooms, two full baths and a shower room for added bedrooms, play or workspace. This one of kind property is in a highly sought-after Rose-Tree School District, offering an ideal setting for families who value access to excellent education. An added plus is the proximity to all the amenities of center of town has to offer. Just a quick ride or a mile walk you’ll have easy access to Media’s vibrant restaurants, charming shops, and local attractions like farmers markets, outside dining events, community parades and so much more. Want to switch gears and enjoy the city vibe, no problem. The train station is just steps away—simply walk across the street and be in Center City Philadelphia within minutes, making commuting or city outings effortless. This home truly offers the best of suburban tranquility with unbeatable access to everything you need.
Unit
Home Features
- Basement
- Fireplace
490 Bancroft Rd is a single-family home for rent in Media, PA
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1910
- Colonial Architecture
- French Architecture
- Single Family Detached Home
- Masonry
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Built-In Features
- Recessed Lighting
- 4251 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Freestanding Bathtub
- Walk-In Closet
- 7 Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 6 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Basement
- Finished Basement
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Pool
- Heated Pool
Outdoor Features
- Pond
- Patio
Lot Details
- 30056 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 243.00 x 338.00
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $8,500
- 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-09-01
- $40 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 35-00-00010-00
- Tenant pays for electricity, gas, water, heat, hot water, lawn/tree/shrub care, pest control, snow removal
- The owner pays for heater maintenance contract, management
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
20 min Drive
Airport
38 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Media El School
Grades K-5
Public
Stetser El School
Grades PK-5
Public
The School In Rose Valley
Grades PK-5
Private
Springton Lake Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Nativity Bvm School
Grades PK-8
Private
Penncrest High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Davidson School Elwyn Inc
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Swarthmore College | Drive: 8 min (3.5 mi) |
| Widener University | Drive: 9 min (4 mi) |
| Neumann University | Drive: 12 min (4.8 mi) |
| Delaware County Comm. Coll. | Drive: 13 min (4.9 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 490 Bancroft Rd proximity to Gayley Square Shopping Center and Media Shopping Center. Gayley Square Shopping Center is 1 mile away, and Media Shopping Center is within a 20 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 490 Bancroft Rd has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.6 miles. Transit options include Manchester Av and Edgmont St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 490 Bancroft Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Delaware County Institute of Science, Rose Tree Park, and Smedley Park.
Airports
Living in Upper Delaware County provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 490 Bancroft Rd. Another nearby airport is Wilmington Airport, located 22.9 miles away.
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