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Media combines a walkable borough center, independent businesses, civic institutions, regional rail, the State Street trolley, and established residential neighborhoods.

Media, PA Real Estate

A Walkable County Seat with a Distinct Borough Identity

Media Borough is the county seat of Delaware County. Incorporated in 1850 as a planned community, it covers about 0.76 square miles and centers on State Street, where restaurants, independent shops, offices, civic buildings and cultural venues sit close to residential blocks. Media Station serves SEPTA’s Media/Wawa Regional Rail Line, while the D1 trolley, historically Route 101, runs along State Street toward 69th Street Transit Center.


Housing within the borough includes Victorian and early twentieth-century twins, rowhouses, detached traditional homes, condos and townhomes. The broader 19063 postal area extends beyond the borough into surrounding townships, so buyers should distinguish a Media mailing address from a property located inside Media Borough when comparing taxes, walkability, municipal services and housing values.


The Meghan Chorin Team brings more than 20 years of Delaware County and Main Line experience and over $1 billion in closed transactions. The team evaluates each Media property by its exact municipality, school assignment, housing type, condition, parking, location and current comparable sales.

Age
44.9
Median age
about 10 percent higher than the figure in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area: 39.3
about 10 percent higher than the figure in Pennsylvania: 40.9
about 20 percent higher than the figure in United States: 38.9
Income
$70,220
Per capita income
about 1.4 times the amount in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area: $50,461
about 1.5 times the amount in Pennsylvania: $44,355
about 1.5 times the amount in United States: $44,673
$89,092
Median household income
about the same as the amount in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area: $91,289
about 10 percent higher than the amount in Pennsylvania: $77,971
about 10 percent higher than the amount in United States: $80,734
Households
3,049
Number of households
the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area: 2,467,761
Pennsylvania: 5,274,853
United States: 129,227,496
1.9
Persons per household
about three-quarters of the figure in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area: 2.5
about 80 percent of the figure in Pennsylvania: 2.4
about three-quarters of the figure in United States: 2.5
Population by household type

What to Love About Media

01

A Compact Borough with Civic Character

Media’s county-seat role, historic street grid, courthouse, library, parks and community organizations create a strong civic identity within a compact, walkable setting.

02

Dining Under the Stars

For the 2026 season, State Street hosts outdoor dining every Wednesday evening from May through September, with more than two dozen participating restaurants and traffic restrictions during the event.

03

Rose Tree Media School District

Media Borough is served by Rose Tree Media School District. The district operates four elementary schools, Springton Lake Middle School and Penncrest High School; elementary assignment should be verified by street address.

04

State Street Walkability

Restaurants, independent retailers, grocery shopping, professional services, parks, the library and cultural venues are concentrated in and around the downtown grid. Walkability varies by block and by whether a property is inside the borough or elsewhere in the 19063 postal area.

05

Regional Rail and the State Street Trolley

Media Station serves the Media/Wawa Regional Rail Line. The D1 trolley, formerly Route 101, runs through State Street and connects with 69th Street Transit Center. Service and journey times vary, so current SEPTA schedules should be checked.

06

Nearby Gardens, Parks and Trails

Tyler Arboretum, Ridley Creek State Park, Glen Providence Park and Rose Tree Park provide nearby gardens, hiking routes, open lawns, programs and seasonal events.

Neighborhood Guide

Living in Media: Dining, Shopping, Culture and Recreation

01 — Dining

Dining in Downtown Media

Media’s restaurant scene is concentrated around State Street and nearby side streets, with options ranging from cafés and BYOB dining to pubs and full-service restaurants.

La Belle Epoque Wine Bistro

A French bistro at 38 West State Street serving lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, wine and seasonal specials, including outdoor dining during Media’s summer events.

State Street Pub

A sports-oriented gastropub at 37 East State Street with a rotating beer selection, cocktails, shareable food, pub games, weekend brunch and late-night hours.

Fellini Cafe

A BYOB Italian trattoria at 106 West State Street offering lunch, dinner, catering, private dining and its longstanding Monday Opera Night.

Brick & Brew Media

A gastropub at 26 West State Street featuring a scratch-made menu, craft beer and cocktails in an intimate downtown setting.

Bittersweet Kitchen

A café at 18 South Orange Street serving creative comfort food, all-day breakfast and lunch, small-batch baked goods, coffee and evening pizza on select days.

Spasso Italian Grill

An Italian restaurant at 1 West State Street serving homemade pasta, seafood, meat dishes, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, happy hour and banquet options.

02 — Shopping

Local Shopping and Markets

Media combines an independent downtown retail district with grocery shopping, a year-round farmers market and larger shopping centers in the surrounding 19063 area.

State Street Shops

A walkable mix of independent clothing, jewelry, home, gift, art, book and specialty retailers throughout the downtown district.

Trader Joe’s Media

A neighborhood grocery store at 12 East State Street, placing everyday food shopping directly within Media’s downtown commercial district.

Media Farmers Market

A year-round producer market at 98 South Edgmont Street. During the 2026 growing season, it operates Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from April 12 through November.

Linvilla Orchards

A farm market, garden center and seasonal family destination just outside Media in Middletown Township, with pick-your-own crops, bakery items, produce and year-round events.

The Promenade at Granite Run

A mixed-use retail and dining destination on Baltimore Pike in the broader Media area, with national stores, restaurants and services, including a small-format IKEA opened in July 2026.

Springfield Mall

A nearby enclosed shopping mall in Springfield with Target, Macy’s, apparel, beauty, footwear, dining and service businesses.

03 — Outdoors

Parks, Culture and Things to Do

Media offers borough parks and cultural venues, with major gardens, trails and county open spaces a short drive from downtown.

Ridley Creek State Park

A nearby state park encompassing more than 2,606 acres of Delaware County woodlands and meadows, with trails, picnic areas, fishing and historic sites along Ridley Creek.

Tyler Arboretum

A 650-acre public garden at 515 Painter Road with horticultural collections, historic buildings, educational programs and approximately 17 miles of hiking trails.

Glen Providence Park

DelawareCounty’s oldest park, established in 1935, with wooded trails, a pond, a creek,picnic areas and an outdoor stage within walking distance of downtown Media.

Rose Tree Park

A Delaware County park near Media known for open lawns, community events and the county’s free summer concert series.

MAC Film Festival

An annual Media Arts Council program, formerly known as the Media Film Festival, presenting independent short films at downtown venues. The festival has showcased local, regional, national and international filmmakers since 2007.

Media Theatre

A performing arts venue at 104 East State Street presenting a Broadway series, youth productions, movies, concerts, dance and special events.

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Client Insights

Frequently Asked Questions

What school district does Media, PA use?

Media Borough is served by Rose Tree Media School District. Students attend one of four elementary schools based on address, followed by Springton Lake Middle School and Penncrest High School. Buyers should confirm the current elementary assignment directly with the district for the specific street address.

What is the difference between Media Borough and a Media mailing address?

Media Borough is a compact 0.76-square-mile municipality centered on State Street. The Media mailing address and ZIP code 19063 also cover properties in surrounding townships. Those homes may have different taxes, zoning, municipal services and neighborhood character, even when they use a Media postal address.

How competitive is the Media, PA market?

Redfin described Media as somewhat competitive for the three months ending May 2026. Homes sold in a median 34 days, the average sale-to-list ratio was 98.1%, and 22 homes sold in May. Conditions differ by property type and location, so buyers should evaluate current competition and comparable sales for the specific listing.

Why buy houses in Media, PA with The Meghan Chorin Team?

The Meghan Chorin Team brings more than 20 years of Delaware County and Main Line experience and over $1 billion in closed transactions. In Media, the team distinguishes borough properties from the wider postal area and evaluates school assignment, taxes, parking, condition, housing type and current comparable sales.

Buy or Sell with Local Media Expertise

Media real estate requires a clear understanding of borough boundaries, the broader 19063 market, school assignments, parking, property condition and current comparable sales. The Meghan Chorin Team combines local experience with Compass marketing and private-listing tools. Call (610) 299-9504 or use the form to begin a property-specific conversation.

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