
705 Forrest St, Media, PA 19063
What This House Offers
Available for rent immediately is this beautifully renovated, move-in-ready single-family home in Media! A covered front porch welcomes you in and offers the... perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the evening. Inside, the open-concept main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the spacious living area, which flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, butcher block countertops, recessed lighting, and a custom tile backsplash. A convenient powder room completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and luxury vinyl plank flooring, along with a full hallway bathroom featuring a tile-surround tub/shower combination and vanity. The basement includes a laundry area and provides additional storage space. Located in the highly regarded Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, this home offers quick access to the Blue Route and Philadelphia while being just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and attractions of downtown Media.
Unit
- $2,600 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 896 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
705 Forrest St is a single-family home for rent in Media, PA
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1920
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Single Family Detached Home
- Vinyl Siding
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Recessed Lighting
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- 896 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
Kitchen
- Upgraded Countertops
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Washer
- Gas Dryer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Lot Details
- 6970 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
- Lot Dimensions are 60.00 x 140.00
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 $2,600
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 2026-07-14
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 34-00-00919-00
- Tenant pays for cable TV, cooking fuel, electricity, gas, heat, hot water, insurance, sewer, all utilities, minor interior maintenance
- The owner pays for common area maintenance, heater maintenance contract, snow removal, real estate taxes, sewer maintenance
- $50 Repair Deductible
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
- Pet Deposit $500
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Media, PA 19063

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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Wallingford El School
Grades K-5
Public
Stetser El School
Grades PK-5
Public
Strath Haven Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Nativity Bvm School
Grades PK-8
Private
Strath Haven High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Elwyn Institute Development Center
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Swarthmore College
Drive: 7 min (2.7 mi)
Widener University
Drive: 9 min (3.9 mi)
Delaware County Comm. Coll.
Drive: 12 min (4.7 mi)
Neumann University
Drive: 13 min (5.2 mi)
Discover Upper Delaware County, Media, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 705 Forrest St proximity to 415 E Baltimore Ave, 15-21 N Providence Rd, and Gayley Square Shopping Center. 415 E Baltimore Ave is 0.7 miles away, and 15-21 N Providence Rd is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 705 Forrest St has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include Manchester Av and Providence Rd.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 705 Forrest St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Delaware County Institute of Science, Rose Tree Park, and Scott Arboretum.
Airports
Living in Upper Delaware County provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 19 minutes from 705 Forrest St.
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