Real Estate
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Chadds Ford Traditional Has Natural Serenity, Comforts of Home
This Chadds Ford home on a two-acre property at the end of a private cul-de-sac offers the serenity of nature with easy access to nearby conveniences. Sitting in a neighborhood of only six homes, 102 Dansfield Road is available for sale in Chadds Ford. The property is located in the top-of-the-line Unionville-Chadds Ford school system…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: One-of-a-Kind Charming Farmhouse in Media
A one-of-a-kind, historic farmhouse with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Media. The home is set on a 1-acre parcel that was originally granted by William Penn and perfectly blends historic character with modern amenities. Highlights include the living room and family room, both of which have hardwood…
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Real Estate Work Gets a Go From Pennsylvania’s Governor
Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf announced that starting Thursday, May 21, businesses and employees in the real estate industry may conduct limited business-related activities statewide, including real estate sales and in-person property showings. That said, there are conditions. In-person operations should still be avoided when not absolutely necessary. Every person at a property offered for sale,…
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Drexelbrook Founder L. William Kay II Succumbs to Complications of COVID-19
The owner of Drexelbrook residential and catering facilities in Drexel Hill, L. William Kay II, has died from complications of COVID-19, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Kay passed away on Easter Sunday, April 12. “He was on a ventilator for probably 12 days,” Domenick Savino, CEO/General Manager of Drexelbrook Special Event Center…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Colonial with Golf-Course Views in Haverford Township
A beautiful colonial set on a 0.36-acre lot with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Ardmore, in Haverford Township. This property offers unmatched golf course views as it overlooks the fairway of Merion Golf Club’s seventh hole. Entry to the home is through a gracious foyer that offers…
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See Which Delaware County Towns Made the ‘Best’ List for the Western Suburbs
Eight Delaware County towns are among the 29 best towns in Main Line and its western suburbs, writes Tara Behan for the Main Line Today. Each town has a distinct personality and reputation with something different and unique to offer to its residents and visitors. Broomall offers Marple Township’s lower taxes, affordable homes for first-time…
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Springfield Mall Owner Remains Optimistic About Mall’s Future, Despite Drop in Fourth-Quarter Earnings
Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust, owner of Springfield Mall, saw fourth-quarter earnings that did not meet expectations, causing its shares to drop by 27 percent, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. It remains in active talks with lenders over the issue, but warned it may not be able to meet some covenants on…
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‘Zombie’ Properties Are Everywhere, Even In Wayne and Villanova, Report Says
There are 61 zombie homes in Wayne and Villanova, according to online real estate data company Attom Data Solutions, writes Max Bennett for patch.com. Vacant homes are known as “zombies”. In the United States, there are more than 1.52 million homes sitting empty. They represent 1.5 percent of all homes in the U.S., according to…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Beautiful Colonial on Prime Waterfront Lot in Media
A beautiful colonial home with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Media. The home is situated on a prime, waterfront lot of two-plus acres within the Springton Chase neighborhood. A two-story entrance foyer, formal living room, nicely-sized dining room, study with built-ins, and a great room with a…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Stately Stone Colonial in Haverford Township
A stately stone colonial with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Wynnewood, in Haverford Township. The residence sits on a large double lot with exquisitely landscaped grounds that include a huge level backyard and gorgeous views. Inside, the spacious living room features a gas fireplace, sunny sitting area,…
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Delco Housing Sales Show Largest Percentage Gain in Region for January
Delaware County saw the largest gain in the region for home sales in January, posting 438 closed sales, writes Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. That indicates a 28.1 percent year-over-year increase, according to data provided by MarketStats. The region overall has seen the median sales price of homes and number of deals closed soar…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Exceptional Manor Home in Chadds Ford Township
An exceptional manor home with six bedrooms and five full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford Township. Set on a 3.5-acre lot, the home impresses from the get-go with its elegant gabled portico. Inside, the highlights include a formal living room with fireplace and a wet-bar with beautiful cabinetry. There…
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Delco Residents Pack County Council Room with Property Reassessment Concerns
Property reassessment notices started going out this week. In response, taxpayers packed the County Council room Tuesday at two informational sessions to find out what the notices are all about, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Tyler Technologies, hired to do the reassessment, had Paul Miller on hand with answers. The last county-wide…
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Public Home Sales Are Rare in Rose Valley. Here’s Two Built for the Community’s Founder.
Two Rose Valley homes built for the founder of the town are up for sale, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. This is only the fifth time they’ve been sold. The homes are an outgrowth of a utopian colony established in 1901 on 80 acres surrounding a burned down mill. The colony didn’t last but…
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County Offers Two Presentations Feb. 18 and a Video for Residents to Learn About the 2020 Property Tax Reassessment
Delaware County residents concerned or curious about new property reassessment notices going out starting this month are invited to two presentations Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. The presentations by Tyler Technologies will take place in the Council Public Meeting Room, 201 W. Front St. in Media. Tyler Technologies will…
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Delaware County Sending New Property Values to Owners This Month in Tax Reassessment Project
Property owners in Delaware County will receive notices this month detailing how much their property is worth, as part of a countywide property tax reassessment that began in 2017. The notices will go out mid-month through March to addresses currently on file with the Delaware County Assessment Office. Property owners should carefully review the new…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Newly Constructed Colonial in Swarthmore Borough
A newly constructed colonial on a 0.33-acre lot with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Swarthmore. This beautiful residence is nestled in woods that back up to a babbling brook and a private wooded lot. Inside, the enormous great room includes a kitchen, dining room, and living room…





































