Darby Homes for Rent

Darby, a small borough in Delaware County, offers a suburban feel just outside Southwest Philadelphia. This historic community, settled in 1682, features the nation's oldest library, the Darby Free Library. The neighborhood is walkable, with local businesses and grocers along Main Street and McDade Boulevard. Public transportation is accessible, and Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital provides convenient healthcare. Housing primarily consists of 1920s row homes, with some twin homes, bungalows, and colonial-style houses. Most homes have small front yards and sidewalks, with some featuring back alleyways and attached garages. Local parks include the Jack Frazier Memorial Tot Lot, Yeadon Community Park, and Collingdale Park, which offer playgrounds, sports facilities, and walking paths. The Darby Monarchs, a community-supported Pop Warner Football club, practice at Delco Monarchs Field. Shopping needs are met at Darby Town Center, with stores like Save A Lot and Family Dollar, and nearby big box retailers. Dining options include S & S Island Cuisine for Jamaican dishes and Frank’s Steak Shop for cheesesteaks. Several local bars, such as Crab Tavern, offer late-night entertainment. Annual community events include an Easter egg hunt and a Christmas visit from Santa on a firetruck. Philadelphia International Airport and Interstate 95 are four miles away, with Center City, Philadelphia, 12 miles via I-95. Public transportation options include SEPTA buses, trolleys, and rail service, with subsidized transit programs for seniors.