Philadelphia & Southeastern Pennsylvania
Media, Pennsylvania
Borough and Delaware County seat
A walkable county seat known as Everybody's Hometown
Media is the seat of Delaware County, about 13 miles west of Philadelphia. Its State Street downtown is unusually walkable for the region, with restaurants, a landmark movie theater and a trolley line running down the middle of the street. The borough brands itself Everybody's Hometown.
History & Local Character
Created in 1850 when Delaware County moved its seat from Chester, Media was laid out as a planned courthouse town. The trolley arrived in 1860 and still runs through the center of State Street.
Housing & Real Estate
Media offers Victorian singles, twins and rowhouses within walking distance of downtown, with newer townhouses near the trolley line. Prices are high relative to surrounding boroughs.
Restaurants & Shopping
State Street and Baltimore Avenue support a dense restaurant and bar scene, from pubs and pizzerias to contemporary dining, with outdoor seating along the trolley tracks.
Schools & Education
Rose Tree Media School District serves the borough, and Penncrest High School is nearby.
Parks & Recreation
Ridley Creek State Park is minutes away with trails and picnic areas, and the borough maintains several small parks and a community center.
Transportation & Accessibility
SEPTA's Media/Elwyn regional rail line and the Route 101 trolley serve the borough, and Baltimore Pike connects to I-476 and Philadelphia.
Local Businesses
Independent restaurants, shops, law offices and the county courthouse keep downtown busy on weekdays and weekends.
Nearby Attractions
- Ridley Creek State Park
- Media Theatre
- Delaware County Courthouse
- Linvilla Orchards
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very walkable downtown with trolley service
- County government employment
- Strong restaurant and arts scene
- Close to Ridley Creek State Park
Considerations
- Expensive housing for Delaware County
- Parking restrictions downtown
- Trolley and traffic noise along State Street
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Media called Everybody's Hometown?
Media uses the nickname Everybody's Hometown to describe its walkable, community-oriented downtown and county-seat role.
Does the trolley still run in Media?
Yes. SEPTA's Route 101 trolley runs along State Street through the borough.