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Bustleton

Bustleton

3.9
$419,438 Average Value
$255 Average Price per Sq Ft
31 Homes For Sale

A safe neighborhood for families in Northeast Philadelphia

Bustleton residents enjoy a slower pace of life without ever being too far from the busy streets of Center City. Gene Fish, a local Realtor with Re/MAX Elite, describes the neighborhood as a very safe area, noting “a lot of policemen, firemen and other city service workers live in Bustleton.” Along with safety, families appreciate having access to popular shopping centers and local restaurants. Residents commuting to Center City have no problem getting to work with nearby train stations offering a 30-minute ride straight into the city.

There are many shopping center in the Bustleton neighborhood to shop.
There are many shopping center in the Bustleton neighborhood to shop.
Tiffany On The Blvd has been a Bustleton neighborhood favorite for almost 50 years.
Tiffany On The Blvd has been a Bustleton neighborhood favorite for almost 50 years.
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New traditional homes with tree-lined backyards

Bustleton offers an eclectic mix of home styles, ranging from 1960s twin homes to detached new traditionals from the early 2000s. Most attached homes offer front-facing garages with paved driveways leading straight into the neighborhood’s winding streets. These tightly packed homes sit on narrow lots with backyards separated by wooden fences. Bustleton’s new traditional and ranch-style homes offer a bit more privacy with spacious green lawns and tree-lined backyards. Flat sidewalks make it easy for residents to go on an evening stroll around the neighborhood. A three-bedroom rowhome in Bustleton usually lists between $250,000 and $350,000. Meanwhile, some of the newer homes with four bedrooms can cost up to $500,000.

In Bustleton there are new built homes with attached garages.
In Bustleton there are new built homes with attached garages.
There are many homes in Bustleton that have driveways and garages.
There are many homes in Bustleton that have driveways and garages.
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Take college-level classes at George Washington High School

Students can attend Philadelphia City public schools. Kindergarteners begin at Greenberg Elementary, which receives an overall B-minus on Niche. After eighth grade, students transition to George Washington High. This C-rated school offers an International Baccalaureate Program in addition to dual-enrollment classes.

Greenberg Elementary School received a B- rating from Niche.
Greenberg Elementary School received a B- rating from Niche.
High School students from many neighborhoods attend George Washington High School in Bustleton.
High School students from many neighborhoods attend George Washington High School in Bustleton.
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Long-time locals have loved dining at Kelly’s Seafood since 1969

The ACME Markets and Aldi are two go-to grocery stores in Bustleton. Other big-box retailers are easily accessible at the Whitman Square shopping center on Roosevelt Boulevard. While this main corridor is filled with fast food chains, most residents like to dine at local restaurants. Steve Stein’s Famous Deli is a neighborhood favorite, serving one of the best corn beef sandwiches in Philly. Locals have been raving about the crab cakes at Kelly’s Seafood since its opening in 1959.

Kelly's Seafood has been a staple in the Bustleton neighborhood since 1958.
Kelly's Seafood has been a staple in the Bustleton neighborhood since 1958.
Many Bustleton residents head to Famous Deli & Restaurant for some food shopping.
Many Bustleton residents head to Famous Deli & Restaurant for some food shopping.
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Center City is only a 30-minute train ride away

Public buses and nearby trains make it easy for Center City commuters to get to and from work. The Philmont Station offers a 30-minute subway ride into the city. Drivers can follow Grant Avenue to Interstate 95 and arrive at the Philadelphia International Airport in about 40 minutes. The Holy Redeemer Hospital is less than a 10-minute drive outside the neighborhood. A small private airport borders the east edge of Bustleton, but Fish confirms, “It’s never been an issue for residents.”

Residents in Bustleton can take a train from the SEPTA Philmont Station to get to Center City.
Residents in Bustleton can take a train from the SEPTA Philmont Station to get to Center City.
Train station sits in Bustleton, PA as a form of getting between towns.
Train station sits in Bustleton, PA as a form of getting between towns.
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Escape the busy city on the trails at Pennypack Park

The peaceful woodlands at Pennypack Park offer a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Residents can bike along paved pathways or enjoy a quiet walk through nature on one of the park’s dirt trails. Beavers have recently started building their own homes in Bustleton along Pennypack Creek. At Hayes Memorial Playground, kids can climb on the massive jungle gym or learn to play soccer through the neighborhood’s youth sports program.

Residents in Bustleton enjoy a bike ride in Pennypack Park.
Residents in Bustleton enjoy a bike ride in Pennypack Park.
Walk with friends on the paved trail in Pennypack Park in Bustleton.
Walk with friends on the paved trail in Pennypack Park in Bustleton.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Trenton Mercer

33 min drive

Bus

Roosevelt Blvd & Woodward St

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Roosevelt Blvd & Bowler St

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Grant Av & Roosevelt Blvd - Fs

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Verree Rd & Dogwood Ln

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Bustleton Av & President St

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Darlington Rd & Flagstaff Rd

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Bustleton Av & Winchester Av

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 41 Reviews
2.0 Niche User
3/30/2015 Niche Review
Its hard to find a job in my area, their isn't too many places around offering employment. The only places that do are hard to make careers out of. .
5.0 Niche User
5/27/2015 Niche Review
Employment is great in my area but you have to know someone.
4.0 Current Resident
4/3/2020 Niche Review
The area where I reside is nice and quiet. I like my neighbors and it makes me feel good to help them out when needed. This is a close knit community from what I have seen.
4.0 Niche User
3/8/2015 Niche Review
A restaurant nearby that's awesome is Longhorn. They have the best steak around, the menu is diverse, and the people who work there are all very friendly.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bustleton US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
4,445
Number of Homes for Sale
31
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,940
On par with the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,526
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,286
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
636
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
34,679
Median Age
45
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.6%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,096
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$101,626

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
36.4%
Advanced Degrees
15.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.6%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit Score®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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