JACK SWEENEY
BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester
(484) 787-5729
22 Total Sales
1
$290,000 Price
Aston Township
The township of Aston is a sprawling suburban community on the outskirts of Philadelphia. The township was so named by the original constable, Edward Carter, after his home in Oxfordshire, England. The British army traversed the township's main thoroughfare, Concord Road, as they pursued George Washington's forces after the Battle of the Brandywine. Traditional suburban tracts are a short distance from excellent schools, community and retail centers and major freeways.
Here you'll find a community of winding suburban streets under dense forests. Wide streets and sidewalks provide the perfect routes for cyclists and joggers to get around the neighborhood. Schools and parks are less than seven miles from most homes and Philadelphia is just under an hour away thanks to major freeways. The township's residential landscape is mainly comprised of single-family houses, with a small collection of manufactured homes also available. Split-level and ranch-style houses are a common sight in the neighborhood, offering open floor plans that allow residents to take advantage of living space, whether through the former's two-story floor plans or the latter's expansive single-story floor plans. Rows of Colonial-revival style houses are also common, featuring simple floor layouts and massive yards perfect for cultivating a garden or playing lawn games. Aston's home prices range from $158,000 or more for town houses to between $300,000 and $700,000 or more for mid-size and larger homes.
The Penn-Delco School District serves the township's public school students, who begin their academic careers at primary schools like Aston Elementary. The school has an overall B-minus Niche rating and teaches from kindergarten through fifth grade. Students move on to intermediate and secondary institutions such as Northley Middle and Sun Valley High School. Both schools have at least a B-minus Niche rating, and the latter school has renovated the campus and updated its curriculum with more emphasis on technology integration and technical education courses.
Nearby parks give locals a place to get out and get active. Throw the ball around with your pet or join a pickup basketball game at Poore Park, a small pocket park between Chester Creek and Mt. Road. In the center of a suburban block between Vinsmith Avenue and Stella Lane is Vinsmith Park, home to expansive green spaces, including a baseball field, basketball court and playgrounds all ringed by a paved footpath. Take a trip to the Aston Community Center and Library, with hundreds of book, CD and DVD titles available for rent and resource rooms to utilize for your organization's next meeting.
Pennell Road and Concord Road are the main thoroughfares running through Aston, lined with shopping centers and quality local restaurants to enjoy. Blair's Florist on Concord Road offers professionally designed flower arrangements and gifts for all occasions in-store and through a delivery service. Franchise stores like Giant will keep you stocked with fresh produce, pharmaceuticals and other household necessities. Enjoy Aston's first Tex-Mex establishment, The Tattooed Pig, dishing out a bevy of Mexican dishes with influences from well-known Texas flavors and those of the chef's hometown of Philadelphia.
Quiet suburban streets near schools, parks and major thoroughfares make Aston an excellent place to call home.
Written By
Ian Burke
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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JACK SWEENEY
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Gaurav Gambhir
Gaurav Gambhir
KW Empower
(267) 651-8678
198 Total Sales
1
$187,000 Price
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Joseph Rauh
Joseph Rauh
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
(856) 579-6916
112 Total Sales
1
$305,000 Price
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Teresa Huddell
Teresa Huddell
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
(610) 298-9585
117 Total Sales
2
$307K - $710K Price Range
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Tameka Goldsborough
Tameka Goldsborough
RE/MAX Town & Country
(484) 787-5825
100 Total Sales
4
$251K - $740K Price Range
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Renee Lambert
Renee Lambert
NextHome Synergy
(610) 991-8744
54 Total Sales
8
$130K - $365K Price Range
Schools
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- K to 5th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Aston Township Housing Trends
On average, homes in Aston Township, PA sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Aston Township, PA over the last 12 months is $392,500, up 112% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$405,000
Median Sale Price
$392,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$497,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$295,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$204,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
112%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,720
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,769
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,651
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,000
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
840
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 9Open Sat 12PM - 2PM
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Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,300 - $1,500 per month
- Brandywine Manor
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 650+ Sq Ft
- 785 Cherry Tree Rd
- Aston, PA
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$1,160 - $1,490 per month
- Arrowhead Court Apartments
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 732+ Sq Ft
- 700 Cherry Tree Rd
- Aston, PA
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Neighborhoods in Aston Township
Chester Township
Settle down in Chester Township for a variety of home options and a convenient location. “It’s a great location for someone who wants to be close to the city without being right in the middle of it,” says Megan Toll, a local Realtor with Keller Williams Philadelphia. “People like the easy access to main highways and having the city, the airport, Delaware and New Jersey right across the river, all within a few minute range. Chester Township lets you be close to wherever you work or play.” You’ll find brick rowhomes, split levels, Colonial revival and ranch-style homes in Chester Township. Rowhomes can go for anywhere from $50,000 to $380,000 while one-story single-family homes and the occasional two-story option go for $175,000 to $500,000. Home sizes range from 1,000 to 3,000 square feet and they sit on lots from 3,000 square feet to just under an acre. Established homes were built mostly between the 1920s and 1950s. Mixed material exteriors are a common design and add texture to the neighborhood’s curb appeal. Spacious front porches overlook lush green lawns and are joined by the added convenience of two-car garages. Students in Chester Township can attend Toby Farms Intermediate School and participate in programs like Success for All Reading and Everyday Mathematics. Extracurricular options include football, basketball and volleyball. Northley Middle School is another option that received a B-minus rating from Niche and serves about 750 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. Both the school’s teachers and academics rate highly as well. Sun Valley High School received a B rating from Niche and is the only high school in the district. The school offers strong sports programs, with cheerleading and ice hockey especially, which have both made waves in state and national championships. There are plenty of places to stretch your legs and get some fresh air, like Chester Creek Trail, a rail trail that follows the creek along a branch of Civil War-era Pennsylvania railroad tracks. Upland Park is a nearby option stretching across 60 acres that contains everything from a playground and picnic tables to sports fields and hiking opportunities. The park was once a summer camp for kids, but its new setup is welcoming to all ages thanks to the Redwood Community Center. The center hosts free activities for local seniors like line dancing, fitness classes and social events. Kick back with a drink at 2SP Brewing Company, a full-service brewery complete with a tasting room and delicious drinks like Pony Boi, Baby Bob and Fuzzy Math. If you’re hungry, grab a slice from Pappone’s Pizza, a family-owned eatery serving Italian classics that include everything from pizza to hoagies to pasta. Don’t forget to try some of their amazing garlic breadsticks. Cooper’s Super Bar is the local watering hole and the place to be for bar grub and funky neon decor. Other popular spots in the neighborhood include Linvilla Orchards, a local favorite for gathering Fall pumpkins. Residents enjoy attending hockey games year-round at Ice Works. And if you’ve been bitten by the shopping bug, The Village Green Shopping Center is close by and has everything from Big Lots to Family Dollar.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
