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Trappe’s suburban growth in southeast Pennsylvania
Trappe is a small borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania that has experienced steady growth in the past few decades. In the 1700s, many German settlers moved west of Perkiomen Creek for its open farmland and hilly landscapes. Over time, its industrial footprint expanded upon the arrival of major pharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer and GSK, bringing more jobs and housing developments to the region. “That was really when the area changed completely,” says Adam Wachter, a local Realtor with Realty ONE Group Restore. “It’s a small, tight-knit community with a little bit of shopping, fantastic parks and semi-affordable homes with open space.”
Condos, townhomes and Colonial houses
The borough features several subdivisions that offer a mix of historic homes and new builds. “You can find homes that were built in the late 1800s, and you can get a home that was built 15 years ago,” Wachter says. “There’s an entry point for the condo and townhome buyers, and then there are forever home options as well.” Many three-bedroom townhomes start at $365,000, while some newer luxury condos can sell for as much as $520,000. Older homes can have rambler, Cape Cod and farmhouse-style architecture and range from $350,000 to $575,000. Larger traditional and Colonial homes are well over 2,000 square feet and range between $600,000 and $990,000, depending on the year they were built.
Colonial-style homes come with large lots and offer nice curb appeal in Trappe.
StoneSchool Luxury Condos provide another housing option in Trappe.
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A-rated schools in Perkiomen Valley School District
The borough is zoned for Perkiomen Valley School District, which earns an A on Niche and serves over 4,000 students across eight campuses. South Elementary School sits on the north side of the borough and offers art and music classes. Perkiomen Valley Middle School East has student clubs for cooking, skiing and snowboarding, while Perkiomen Valley High School provides a career study program. All three schools earn A ratings on Niche. Ursinus College is located west of the borough and offers over 60 areas of study, earning a B-minus.
Students in Trappe begin their education at South Elementary School.
Trappe students continue their education at Perkiomen Valley Middle School East.
Perkiomen Valley High School prides itself on its A grade from Niche.
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Bus stops along Main Street, plus two major highways
Pennsylvania Route 29 runs parallel to Perkiomen Creek east of the borough and leads 3 miles south toward U.S. Route 422. Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority buses stop at many points along Main Street, providing rides to Norristown and Pottstown over 10 miles away. Phoenixville Hospital is open 24 hours a day and is around 7 miles southwest. The Philadelphia International Airport is around 38 miles southeast and offers direct flights to over 130 destinations.
SEPTA buses provide convenient transportation throughout Trappe.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 38 miles from Trappe.
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A new park, community gardens and playgrounds
Many parks are available to the community, one of which is Rambo Park, which features a playground, a butterfly garden and a Little Free Library. Heritage Park has a basketball and a tennis court, while the 17-acre Water Works Park has a baseball diamond and soccer fields. Sisca Community Park & Gardens is the newest recreational offering with a soft foam surface playground that recently finished construction in 2025. “There are five or six playgrounds to choose from within a five-minute drive,” Wachter says. “When my youngest was really little, we would always ask him, ‘Which one do you want to go to today?’” There are also a few museums and historic sites around the area, including The Speaker’s House, an 18th-century home where the first speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives lived.
Children in Trappe enjoy the playground at Sisca Community Park.
Trappe residents enjoy the walking trails at Water Works Park.
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Several shopping centers around the borough
Trappe Center is the local shopping mall that’s home to more than 25 businesses, including Goodwill, Dollar Tree and True Value. There are a few restaurants along Main Street, including The Trappe Tavern, a family-owned and operated establishment with prime rib sandwiches and 25 beers on tap. Italian Delite Pizzeria & Restaurant offers gourmet pies such as taco, chicken cordon bleu and hot tamale pizzas, and Valerio Coffee Roasters allows customers to build their own bagels alongside hot and cold brews. Providence Town Center is south of the borough near the highway and has a Wegmans, Best Buy and Movie Tavern.
Grab lunch with friends at Italian Delite Pizzeria & Restaurant in Trappe.
Trappe Center includes a variety of local eateries and retail stores.
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Family fun at Trappe Day in Waterworks Park
Trappe Day is an annual event held every fall at Waterworks Park. The local celebration features a petting zoo, food trucks, a mechanical bull and live music performances. Historic Trappe also hosts a few smaller events throughout the year that include historical reenactments, harvest fairs and baking workshops.
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