Within Levittown, a mass-produced post-World War II suburban town of more than 17,000 homes, there are three neighborhoods that are known as "The Gates." Living in larger homes that sit on larger plots of land than the rest of Levittown, residents of Forsythia Gate, Snowball Gate and Red Rose Gate have reason to be proud. “The Gates neighborhoods are all very similar, suburban-type areas,” says Stacey Stier, Realty with Realty One Focus and Bucks County native. “They’re known to be the only Levittown sections that don’t have sidewalks.” A big blue Forsythia Gate welcome sign greets locals as they drive into the neighborhood of the same name, which is also categorized by the small, recreational Forsythia Crossing Park. The neighborhood sits on the westernmost part of Levittown, conveniently close to Interstate 295 and Business Route 1, where there’s a smorgasbord of shopping, dining and family-friendly fun.
Shops and restaurants around Oxford Valley Mall
Forsythia Gate is all residential, so there are no commercial businesses within the neighborhood. “The main roads around here, like Woodbourne Road, Trenton Road and Mill Creek Parkway, are where all the local businesses are. These roads connect everything together, and once you get off them, you’re in one of the neighborhoods,” Stier says. For major shopping and a variety of dining, residents can head a mile north to the booming retail section along Business Route 1, where Jefferson Bucks Hospital is also located. In addition to all the department store options in Oxford Valley Mall, there’s also Target, T.J. Maxx, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Sam’s Club. For a laid-back Americana brunch, Metro Diner is the local spot. For hibachi and sushi, there’s Arirang Japanese Steakhouse, and for Mexican cuisine in vibrant digs, there’s Cancun. “A big attraction near the mall is Sesame Place, which is a huge amusement park,” Stier adds, referring to a Sesame Street-themed park that provides family entertainment through roller coasters, water parks and other rides. “All students will eventually take a school trip there throughout their time at Bucks County schools,” says Stier. She also mentions that central to the action of this commercial region is a new development of luxury apartments, Atlee Square, with rental units available.
About 2 miles east of Forsythia Gate, there’s a smaller retail area with an ACME grocer and a few locally favored restaurants. The Bridge Coffee and Community emphasizes the meaning of bridge, connecting people together over brunch in cozy, woodland digs. Golden Dawn is a popular American and Italian diner that’s open until 11 PM, and Pizza Star has been the go-to for a slice since 1978. Bailey’s Bar & Grille is an Irish-inspired pub known for its ales, burgers and wings. For something sweet nearby, patrons order their cone or shake of choice from the window of Richman’s Ice Cream & Burger Co.
Forsythia Gate is just a short drive to many major shopping areas such as Oxford Valley Mall.
Jefferson Bucks Hospital is the major healthcare center for Forsythia Gate residents.
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Outdoor fun at Forsythia Crossing Park
On the south side of the neighborhood sits Forsythia Crossing Park, a small area that offers a roller hockey rink, a playground with a swing set, paved walking trails and grassy field space. While it’s not the biggest park in Levittown, Forsythia Crossing Park puts on a show in the fall. Each September, Groovin’ at the Gates brings the community together for live music, food trucks and local vendors. Less than 2 miles east of Forsythia Gate, Cobalt Ridge Park is a narrow, 62-acre strip of green space with a playground and basketball court. Just north of there is Queen Anne Park, complete with a baseball diamond and a deeply wooded walking trail. And through the woods on the east side is the public Levittown Library.
Cobalt Ridge Park is a small, neighborhood park in the Cobalt Ridge section of Levittown.
Forsythia Crossing Park is a fun destination for families in and around Forsythia Gate.
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Two-level ranch homes and Cape Cods in Forsythia Gate
The available housing inventory is incredibly low in Forsythia Gate, with only eight homes sold between 2023 and 2024. Some homes maintain the older charm of their original 1960s build, while others have completely remodeled interiors with modern appliances or updated exteriors featuring decorative stone facades. Typical styles include raised ranch-style homes and Cape Cods with A-frame designs, and many offer multi-car garages and fenced-in backyards. “The homes in Forsythia Gates have a nice, spacious first level, and most have a second level,” Stier says. “They’re all on a bigger lot than the rest of the town, too.” House sizes typically range from 2,300 to 3,500 square feet, and most lots are between a quarter and three-quarters of an acre. Houses may be hard to come by in Forsythia Gate, but when they are for sale, price tags generally stay between $440,000 and $670,000.
Some of the homes in Forsythia Gate are based in part on the Cape Cod-style home.
The ranch homes in Forsythia Gate feature large front yards and two-car garages.
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Public school options in the Neshaminy School District
Students living in Forsythia Gate are part of the Neshaminy School District, where each school filters into Neshaminy High School. They can attend kindergarten through fourth grade at Albert Schweitzer Elementary, graded a B-plus by Niche, before fifth through eighth grade at Carl Sandburg Middle, graded a B. At Neshaminy High School, which receives a B-plus rating, students can choose from a variety of clubs, including not only the traditional options like Choir and Debate but also more progressive ones like Culture Club, Future Medical Professionals and Podcasting Club. “There used to be more private Catholic schools, but a lot have been closed,” Stier adds. “The public schools in this area are pretty decent across the board, so people don’t feel the need to send their kids to a private school.”
Sanburg Middle School received a B rating from Niche.
Neshaminy High School open in 1953.
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Commuting to the city on Interstate 295
For commuter convenience, the ramp onto Interstate 295 can be accessed about a mile north of Forsythia Gate. And once on the interstate, Philadelphia International Airport is 30 miles away. “There’s also Trenton-Mercer Airport less than thirty minutes north, with Frontier and Spirit airlines,” Stier says. “I can get to Florida for just eighty bucks. But there’s only one terminal, so you’re at the mercy of the timing of the other incoming flights.” There are no bus stops within the neighborhood, but SEPTA services the surrounding areas. The Langhorne train station is 2 miles west of Forsythia Gate, which delivers passengers to Philadelphia in about 45 minutes.
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Parks in this Area
Forsythia Crossing Park
Cobalt Ridge Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
20 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forsythia Gate
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forsythia Gate, Levittown sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Forsythia Gate, Levittown over the last 12 months is $576,000, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,350
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$137,187
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$143,443
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
29%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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