Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Chester a good place to live?
South Chester is a good place to live. South Chester is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. South Chester is a suburban neighborhood. South Chester has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.1 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $49,958 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.2% of residents. A majority of residents in South Chester are renters, with 62.9% of residents renting and 37.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving South Chester can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our South Chester neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Chester?
The median home price in South Chester is $132,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $26,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $29K a year to afford the median home price in South Chester. The average household income in South Chester is $50K.
What are the best public schools in South Chester?
The best public schools that serve South Chester are:
- Chichester Senior High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- Northley Middle School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
- Linwood El School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
What are the best private schools in South Chester?
The best private schools that serve South Chester are:
- The Christian Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Drexel Newman Academy has a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
- Frederick Douglass Christian School has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in South Chester, Chester, PA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near South Chester, Chester, PA?
The most popular neighborhoods near South Chester, Chester, PA are Chester Township, Linwood-Chichester Township, Nether Providence Township, Thornbury Township and Ogden.
