Millbourne is an independent borough in Delaware County with a diverse cultural community and walkable access to shopping, parks and Millbourne Station. "It's a close community because it's such a small borough," says Aphia Siddique, Millbourne's administrative assistant. "It's quieter and residential, but Market Street has stores you can visit, so it's pretty balanced." The borough is bordered to the east by Philadelphia, which provides residents with the vast range of amenities afforded by that city. For those seeking a slightly smaller urban destination, Upper Darby is about 2 miles west and is home to its own collection of retail and dining establishments.. "It's friendly," Siddique says of Millbourne. "People come to the borough and live here for a long time."
University City offers picturesque views of the Philadelphia skyline.
Local businesses of all kinds line Market Street in Milbourne.
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Rentals and rowhouses
Dating to the early- to mid-20th century, Millbourne's housing is a mix of rowhouses, multifamily dwellings, including duplexes and triplexes, and a few single-family homes; many are minimal traditional or colonial-inspired with features like bay windows, decorative cornices and prominent porches with columns. These homes are typically set along narrow, sidewalk-lined streets with limited space between neighbors. Most residents here are renters, and homes rarely go on the market. Prices range from about $200,000 to $300,000, depending on a home's size and renovation needs.
Rowhomes make up the majority of the housing that is available in Millbourne.
Whether with a garage, garden, or gambrel roof, duplexes in Millbourne all have their own, unique style.
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Academic opportunities at Upper Darby High
Millbourne is part of the Upper Darby School District, which serves about 12,000 students and earns a B-minus overall from Niche. The district encompasses 10 elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. Teens can attend the B-rated Upper Darby High, which offers over 50 extracurriculars, including the ethics team, which won the Regional High School Ethics Bowl in 2024 and 2025. Upper Darby High also offers dual-enrollment courses for credit at Delaware County Community College.
Teens prepare for college in Drexel Hill, PAs at Upper Darby High School.
Beverly Hills Middle School serves the residents of Upper Darby PA.
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Pocket-sized parks and green spaces nearby
There are over a dozen green spaces within a mile or two of Millbourne. In Upper Darby, the Cardington Recreation Area is a pocket-sized park with a playground and a playing field, and the larger 69th Street Recreation Area features baseball fields and another playground. Nearby, the Laura Sims Skate House was the first ice-skating rink in the country built in a predominately Black community by a Black architect. Today, the Skate House offers welcomes ice-skaters of all ability levels, offering learn-to-skate sessions for children and adults, along with open-skate sessions. . The Cobbs Creek Tennis Courts are nearby, though players should be aware that there is no on-site pro shop and the three hard-surface courts are not lit. In Philadelphia, Caroll Park is a popular spot for a stroll or picnic, and the Shepard Recreation Center offers a community pool, basketball courts and a boxing gym.
Even on a hot, summer day, the ice is always cold at Laura Sims Skatehouse along Cobbs Creek Parkway near Millbourne.
Anyone can take lessons at the Cobbs Creek Tennis Courts are just a short drive from Millbourne.
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Locally owned businesses with global flavors
Market Street has a handful of small businesses, including auto shops, beauty services and specialty grocery stores. Khamarbari Super Market is known for its Bangladeshi foods, while Begum Grocery is across the street with halal meats. Sabzi Mandi is stocked with Indian ingredients. There's also a Dollar Tree for staple groceries and household items. For a bite to eat, El Sazón de Doña Eva serves up comfort favorites with Ecuadorian flair, like passionfruit cheesecake and Ecuadorian churrasco — pan-fried steak served with fried eggs, plantains, avocado and French fries. "Upper Darby is right next to us, so if you can't get what you need in Millbourne, it's not far away," Siddique says.
Khaamar Baari in Millbourne features a wide selection of fresh produce and products from international suppliers.
Begum Grocery on Market Street serves halal products to Millbourne’s Islamic population.
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Delaware County celebrations
Millbourne takes part in annual Delaware County events. In June, the Delaware County Pride Festival brings over 100 vendors and artisans together for a block party-style street fair with family-friendly activities and live entertainment, including drag shows and concerts. In September, the Parade of Flags kicks off the Upper Darby International Festival, celebrating the area's cultural diversity with dancing and music.
Easy access to Philly
Market Street borders Millbourne, granting convenient access to Philadelphia, about 5 miles away. Residents can also ride the L from Millbourne Station into Philadelphia. "The train literally goes over us," Siddique says. The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is 2 miles away, and Philadelphia International Airport is 7 miles away.
SEPTA provides dependable service via Millbourne Station to and from Philadelphia and the suburbs.
The iconic Love Park serves as the location for the the Philadelphia Christmas Market.
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