Market Square Memorial Park
Teresa Huddell
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
(610) 298-9585
119 Total Sales
1 in Marcus Hook
$245,000 Price
Marcus Hook
Located in Delaware County
Planted on the state line in Delaware County is Marcus Hook, a small borough affectionately called “The Cornerstone of Pennsylvania.” Starting as a humble fishing hub and later a resort destination, the community has evolved into a petroleum industry hotspot. This transformation over the years gave way to a modern town with active commerce. Today, this community is where the business district, parks, homes and schools are snuggled close together. “Marcus Hook is a relaxed community with festivals and events. It’s a nice place to live and easy to get around,” says an associate at the local Marcus Hook Deli.
The housing stock leans heavily towards townhomes that often range from 1,000 to 1,500 square feet in size. The community also contains several Colonial-style houses and twin homes. On average, these properties enter the market between $150,000 to $250,000.
Local students are served by the Chichester School District. Kindergarten to fourth graders will attend Marcus Hook Elementary. These students move on to Chichester Middle until the end of their eighth-grade year. Both elementary and middle schools received an A in the Diversity category on Niche. Chichester High educates Marcus Hook’s teenage residents. The school earned a B- on Niche in the Colle Prep category.
Despite its heavy industrial presence, Marcus Hook has been recognized as a Tree City USA for over 35 years. And locals have easy access to parks and green spaces. Next to the community center is Market Square Memorial Park. This gathering spot often hosts festivals and public events. When the park is not filled with visitors, the space offers serene views of ships passing in the Delaware River. Mickey Vernon Park is a 4-acre public spot with playgrounds and lighted baseball fields. Locals also take advantage of a walking route that passes by many notable markers in the community, increasing the overall walkability of Marcus Hook. The pedestrian route leads past the neighborhood historical society, library, and local business establishments.
Those looking for a bite to eat stop at the no-frills Marcus Hook Deli. “The neighborhood has some good restaurants, but people love coming here for hoagies. We sell a lot of them daily,” says an associate at Marcus Hook Deli. For a classic diner experience, locals turn to Sungate Diner for traditional American breakfast and lunch staples like omelets, home fries, grilled cheese sandwiches, or cream chipped beef. Maxi’s is a laid-back watering hole where residents go to shoot pool and unwind. The community also has a few longstanding convenience stores for pantry items.
Residents set their calendars for several exciting festivals and parades throughout the year. Some of the most notable are the borough’s Memorial Day Parade, Pirate Festival, and the Holiday Parade and Festival of Lights. Marcus Hook locals can reach downtown Philadelphia in 20 minutes by car. Near the edge of the community is the SEPTA Marcus Hook Station, providing a quick commute to those looking to travel around the city.
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Ashley Kennedy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Teresa Huddell
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Dawn Saunders
Dawn Saunders
Century 21 The Real Estate Store
(484) 562-6016
58 Total Sales
7 in Marcus Hook
$140K - $549K Price Range
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Nick DeLuca
Nick DeLuca
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 510-8958
197 Total Sales
3 in Marcus Hook
$105K - $325K Price Range
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Shannon Diiorio
Shannon Diiorio
Compass RE
(484) 922-8462
110 Total Sales
4 in Marcus Hook
$175K - $305K Price Range
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David Adebiyi
David Adebiyi
Springer Realty Group
(866) 828-0292
54 Total Sales
1 in Marcus Hook
$185,000 Price
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Nicole O'Reilly
Nicole O'Reilly
EXP Realty, LLC
(484) 254-5076
68 Total Sales
1 in Marcus Hook
$165,000 Price
Parks in this Area
Mickey Vernon Park
Marcus Hook Housing Trends
On average, homes in Marcus Hook, PA sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Marcus Hook, PA over the last 12 months is $190,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$195,000
Median Sale Price
$190,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$192,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$120,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
97
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Area Facts
Number of Homes
2,119
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,286
Significantly below the national average
1,926
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,790
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,296
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
Open Houses
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Sunday, Oct 19Open Sun 1PM - 4PM
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Sunday, Oct 19Open Sun 11AM - 12:45PM
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Marcus Hook Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,234
Median Age
36
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,943
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,140
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
14%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.8%
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®
49
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 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.
