Upper Providence Township is a hidden community near the Media Borough
Every so often, you go in search of one thing, and a different, unexpectedly wonderful thing comes along and alters your path. Upper Providence Township is one of those places where homebuyers come with one intention and find something monumentally better. “Nobody ever says let’s go to Upper Providence. They’ll say they’re looking for Media Borough, and you have a conversation with them about what they want, and that opens the door to Upper Providence,” says Alec Schwartz, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services.
Upper Providence Township is one of the state's safest neighborhoods.
Septa trolleys can take you through Media or to Center City, just outside Upper Providence.
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Colonial Revivals, split-levels and other homes have a wide price rang
A picture-perfect residential suburb of Philadelphia, Upper Providence is a hilly community with a bit of commerce along one main artery and mostly single detached homes, with a smattering of attached and row homes. “There are a lot of Colonials, a lot of split-levels, a lot of Cape Cods and ranch-style homes, a lot of trees – too many trees; when they fall down, they knock out power lines,” Schwartz observes.
House hunters can expect to spend a handsome sum. Still, diligent homebuyers can find bargains. “You can get into a starter home for $250,000 to $300,000 for something that needs some work. I’d say that a detached entry-level colonial is probably around $450,000 to $500,000,” Schwartz estimates. Larger properties can range from $650,000 to almost $3 million.
Shaded ranchers sitting on large lots in Upper Providence Township are cooled by towering trees.
Large colonials stand out in Upper Providence Township with colorful shutters.
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Students attend highly rated Rose Tree Media Schools
When it comes to schools, parents have a variety of options. In fact, schools play a significant role in why homebuyers purchase here, Schwartz says. “When they do their research, and they're looking at school district ratings, this district has done well historically. It does well with its science program, I hear that a lot.” Students can attend Rose Tree Elementary, Springton Lake Middle and Penncrest High. The elementary and middle schools get A ratings from Niche, while the high school scores an A-minus. They're part of the A-rated Rose Tree Media School District.
Children of Upper Providence Township attend Rose Tree Elementary School.
Move on from elementary in Upper Providence Township onto Springton Lake Middle School.
Students in Upper Providence Township attend Penncrest High School, home of the lions.
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Rose Tree County Park is a gathering place with a lot of events
Naturally green, Upper Providence is also home to several parks, one the most significant being Rose Tree County Park, a substantial park. The park hosts outdoor concerts during the summer over the course of six weeks. There’s an amphitheater, or attendees bring folding chairs or simply sit on the ground. Ridley Creek State Park is the other major dedicated outdoor space, with 4.6 miles of trails where riders and hikers can have their way. Rose Tree Park is also home to several annual events and activities. “They do an annual community day. The local animal center does a bark in the park,” Schwartz says. And a few times each year, you’ll find something called a “roots ramble,” where there’s music at various restaurants. Buy a bracelet, and participants can go to any venue.
Let the kids tire out on the giant jungle gym in Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence Township.
Bird watchers be on lookout in Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence Township.
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Locals travel to downtown Media and nearby townships to shop and dine
Most days, Upper Providence diners head for downtown Media, where they find dozens of restaurants of all varieties occupying a five-block stretch of town. “There are a bunch of good ones," Schwartz says. Residents who choose to cook their own meals can stock up on groceries in neighboring Springfield Township and Middletown Township at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and Acme.
Dine on brunch or dinner outside on a nice day near Upper Providence Township at House in Media.
Enjoy classic brunch dishes at House in Media, a 5-minute drive from Upper Providence Township.
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On average, homes in Upper Providence, PA sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Providence, PA over the last 12 months is $750,000.
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