Oxford is a suburban borough between three major metro areas
Surrounded by farmland, Oxford is a 6,000-population borough. Once a busy railroad stop off, the area still serves as an important intersection, with several highways converging on the way to Philadelphia, Baltimore and Delaware. Known for its historical houses, the area is still growing, with new construction and subdivisions being developed well into 2025. Well-rated schools, ample shopping and local festivities also attract new homeowners to the area.
Just outside of Oxford’s downtown, you’ll find many family farms.
An historic Train Station sits along Railroad Avenue in Oxford.
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Housing styles include everything from historic Victorian to 21st-century traditional
The oldest homes are closer to the town center, usually featuring street parking and modern renovations. Early 20th-century Colonial and Victorian styles are most common, generally priced between the low $300,000s and the mid-$400,000s. Further from downtown are midcentury Cape Cods and ranch-style houses, usually costing between the mid-$200,000s and the high $400,000s. The latest architecture tends to be on the outskirts, with 21st-century colonial and traditional homes ranging from the low $400ks to the mid-$700,000s, depending on size, location and amenities like pools and finished basements. Townhouses are scattered throughout the area, generally priced between the mid-$100,000s and the mid-$300,000s.
Pine Street is known as Oxford’s Millionaire’s Row as it is lined with large, well-kept homes such as these Victorians.
Oxford does have some new developments being built with many homes being labeled as New Traditional.
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Local parks are the sites for annual festivities like the Oxford Harvest Festival
In addition to a baseball field and dog park, Oxford Area Recreational Authority Park is the location for many annual events, including the Oxford Harvest Festival. Established in 2025, this autumn festival celebrates the season with a day of entertainment, food and local vendors. During the summer, Oxford Memorial Park is the site for movie nights. Guests are invited to bring their beach blankets and folding chairs to a screening of a family friendly film every third Friday of the month. The Nottingham County Park is about 6 miles away, and offers a jogging trail with a fitness circuit, several play areas and two fully-stocked fishing ponds.
Whether at the dog park or on the trails, best friends love to walk together at the Oxford Area Recreation Authority.
Nottingham County Park’s several playgrounds are a popular destination for kids throughout the area.
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Lincoln University is a nearby HBCU
Students can begin at Elk Ridge Elementary School, which has a B from Niche. From there, they'll attend Penn's Grove Middle School, which has a B-minus. Older students will enroll at Oxford Area High School, which has a B. Oxford is less than 4 miles away from Lincoln University, the first Historically Black College and University to offer degrees. Many students consider Oxford for off-campus living.
According to state test scores, 77% of Oxford Area High School students are at least proficient in math and 50% in reading.
Lincoln University, located in Oxford, is the nation's first degree-granting Historically Black College and University.
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Several highways converge in Oxford's center
The borough's center is an intersection for several highways, including the Baltimore Pike and State Routes 10 and 472. U.S. Route 1 also passes through, serving as a direct route to Philadelphia, about an hour's drive away. Chester County's ChescoBus has a commuter line from Oxford to Kennett Square, around 16 miles east.
The Ugly Mutt and SawMill Grill have laid back tavern food
Retail and locally owned boutique stores cluster near the town center, while shopping centers like Oxford Commons are home to familiar franchises like Walmart Supercenter. In addition to seasonal cocktails, the SawMill Grill has a relaxed atmosphere and upscale tavern dinners. The Ugly Mutt hosts regular karaoke and live music events and has a menu full of burgers, ribs and wings.
Just outside of the downtown area lies The Ugly Mutt, one of Oxford’s favorite spots to kick back after a hard day’s work.
The Sawmill Grill is just one of many popular spots where Oxford folks head for a good meal.
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