Media and surrounding
Pennsylvania Neighborhood Guide
Welcome To Media, A Charming Suburb Outside Of Philadelphia
Media, the city in Delaware County where people from all walks of life and from all over the world live and work, was established 300 years ago when William Penn sold a portion of his land. It is known as “Everybody's Hometown” because of its tradition of cooperation and inclusion.
Considering Media as your next home? In our Media Neighborhood Guide, we’re taking you on a Media tour, like a local. Keep reading to discover if this charming neighborhood is the right place for you.
Media, Philadelphia: Home Prices, Values, and Market Trends
- $450k Average sale price
- 50Average days on market
- 23%Homes sold over list price
- 96%walkability score
- 85%public transport score
- 29%biking score
About Media,
Vacationers and Philadelphians started to flock to Media soon after the town got its first courthouse in 1851. The neighborhoods boast sidewalks and well-maintained, adorable single-family homes, rowhomes, townhouses, and apartment buildings. Minshall House, Cooper House, and Hillhurst, among other historic homes, are a living representation of Media's history. With plenty of good restaurants, fun nightlife and lush green spaces, Media was even chosen as one of Apartment Therapy’s Coolest Suburbs in America in 2019.
Media At A Glance
Walkability and Connectivity
Media is very walkable and well-connected to Philadelphia via SEPTA public transport.
The Lifestyle
You’ll enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in the suburbs with friendly people and plenty of local events and activities to participate in.
You’ll love…
The amazing food scene, the interesting mix of nature and historical architecture, and the abundance of activities for young, old and families.
Where Is Media, Philadelphia?
Located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Media is a small town and borough 12 miles southwest of Philadelphia. Often, when referring to Media, we are also including the surrounding neighborhoods including Garden City, Rose Valley, Glen Riddle and Elwyn.
Search Media Real EstateLiving in Media
This cute suburb is quite walkable and well-connected to Philadelphia via SEPTA public transport. Residents and visitors can hop on the Media/Wawa Line at Media Station. There’s also SEPTA Routes 101 and 102, also referred to as the Media-Sharon Hill Line, which is a light-rail service that runs through Media.
You’ll Also Love Media If You…
If you love delicious food
You’ll be surprised by the amazing food that exists in Media! Pinocchio's Restaurant, a well-known family-run business, has been serving authentic Italian meals for over 60 years, including veal cacciatore and fresh pizzas. Try Bittersweet Kitchen for their all-day breakfasts. Locals and tourists love their French Toast BLT and crème brûlée pancakes. Head to Azie Media for delicious Asian plates like their fresh sushi, Kobe beef and crab and cheese spring rolls. Another popular Italian spot among locals in Media is Ariano. Here, you can indulge in warm thick crust pizza with plenty of interesting toppings, creamy seafood risotto as well as fine Italian beer. For a no-frills place to grab some tasty traditional Greek Food, check out Yia, It's All Greek to Me. End the evening at Brick and Brew for some whiskey sour and other cocktails in a cozy, cellar-like setting.
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If you love nature mixed with history
Spend an entire day contemplating nature at the Tyler Arboretum and Ridley Creek State Park to unplug from a busy week. With the admission that allows for multiple entries on the same day, visitors may spend hours exploring the 650-acre collection of plants, special trees, interesting treehouses, and historic buildings here. At Ridley Creek State Park, you can fish, hike, ski cross-country, and explore its historic formal gardens and living-history Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation site. During the summer, head to Rose Tree Park for a free concert festival, as well as several historic structures, such as the Rose Tree Tavern, which was built in 1737 and listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
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If you love events and activities
You’ll find no shortage of fun attractions to do in Media with kids, friends, and family. The Pennsylvania Veterans Museum is one of Media's most popular educational destinations. It tells the stories of WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War veterans. Dining Under the Stars replaces cars on State Street with dinner tables on Wednesday evenings during warmer months. In the summer, State Street holds Americana Roots Ramble in May, State Street Blues Stroll in June, and the Jazz By Night Celebration in November, among other concerts. Media has numerous child-oriented activity choices, including Media Toddler Town and Media Tot Lot, that make it a great location for young families.
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