Lisa Ciccotelli
Responds Quickly
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
(484) 922-9813
337 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$1,075,000 Price
Upper Delaware County
Located just 22 miles west of Philadelphia, Upper Delaware County, affectionately known as Delco, is home to over 575,000 people and growing. Offering a respite from the fast-paced city life, Delco is known for its pastoral views, forested suburbs, and exceptional schools.
Surrounded by forests and fields, the neighborhood features large colonial houses set back on expansive lawns along curving, well-paved roads. Although sidewalks are uncommon here, children ride bikes and scooters on the low-traffic streets throughout the community. Along busier roads, like New Darlington Road, long, tree-lined driveways reach back into the forest.
While moving to beautiful Delco might be an easy decision, finding a house could be harder. “This is a rapidly growing area with a limited inventory,” says Liz Facenda, a realtor with RE/MAX. Most houses in the area are traditional colonials with three to five bedrooms that sell quickly once put on the market, with prices ranging from $600,000 to over $1.4 million. “The homes here can be expensive, but the schools are great, and you can’t beat the location,” says Facenda.
Students attend schools in the Garnet Valley School District, including Garnet Valley Elementary School, Middle School, and High School, each of which have been rated A+ by Niche and have a 98% average graduation rate. “People definitely move here for the high-rated schools,” says Facenda. “They’re a huge selling factor.” The community comes together on Friday nights to affectionately cheer on the Garnet Valley Jaguars, and the annual musicals and theater productions put on by Garnet Valley High School are well-known attractions. Make sure to wear maroon and white to support the home team!
When the school and workdays end, there’s plenty to do in the area, including heading to Thornbury Park. This public space has dog-friendly walking trails, tennis and basketball courts, a disc golf course, a playground and ample parking, making it the perfect place to decompress after a long day.
Thornbury Park is far from the only public green space in the area. Rolling hills, green fields and ample harvests remind locals of Delco’s past as a farming community. Families spend weekends in the fall at Arasapha Farm, a working farm offering Halloween-themed attractions. “People love going to Arasapha Farm for the Haunted Hay Ride and corn mazes every October,” says Facenda.
When all the outdoor activities have sparked your appetite, head over to La Porta Ristorante for Italian cuisine in a cozy space with live music. If takeout is more your style, try Delco’s Original Steaks & Hoagies, a deli and restaurant serving fresh-cut cheesesteaks and fried Oreos every day.
If there’s one thing everyone in the area can agree on, it’s a love for Wawa and the Philadelphia Eagles. Since Philadelphia is close by, many people enjoy a quick commute to work and recreation. Delco is only 17 miles northeast of Wilmington, Delaware, and 10 miles from the New Jersey border along the Delaware River. The Jersey Shore is only 60 miles away, making it easy to take a weekend beach trip. Be sure to stop by local favorite, Wawa, anytime you need a pit stop!
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Caitlyn Tierney
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lisa Ciccotelli
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Kevin Toll
Kevin Toll
KW Empower
(484) 446-2565
376 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$1,230,000 Price
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Gretchen Koch
Gretchen Koch
Century 21 Preferred
(610) 989-7288
123 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$490,000 Price
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William Furia
William Furia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 759-8679
94 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$540,000 Price
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Tim Reeder
Tim Reeder
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 435-8848
11 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$850,000 Price
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Karen Bittner-Kight
Karen Bittner-Kight
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 859-4535
193 Total Sales
1 in Upper Delaware County
$580,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Rita Reves Park
Palmer Arboretum
Darlington Trail
- Trails
- River
- Hiking
Goose Creek Park
Squire Cheyney Farm Park
Thornbury Park
Transit
Upper Delaware County Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Delaware County, Middletown Twp sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Delaware County, Middletown Twp over the last 12 months is $838,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$856,400
Median Sale Price
$838,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$856,400
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$753,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
88
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$283
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,732
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1993
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,339
Significantly above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,149
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
38,332
Open Houses
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Sunday, Sep 2111am - 1pm
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Saturday, Sep 203 - 6pm
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Sunday, Sep 2112 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,190
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$183,675
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$197,274
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
65.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Aston Township
South Pennsylvania township with traditional suburbs and commercial thoroughfares
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