Warminster offers walkable streets and a quiet atmosphere
"Warminster Township is a desirable area,” says Mike Cirillo, Realtor at Better Homes Realty Group. Look no further for a spacious oasis of strip malls and parks tucked away from Philadelphia’s hubbub. “Warminster has a suburb vibe without close proximity to the city,” Cirillo says.
Surrounded by other suburbs of Philadelphia, Warminster Township takes on the structure of its neighbors. Take a ride down a mix of loose grid streets and curved roads high in walkability.
Warminster homes feature driveways, garages and gardens
You’ll find single-family style homes with garages and driveways set on large yards, which vary in creative landscaping from trees to garden beds. For a classic look, get a symmetrical Colonial home with shuttered windows for a price range between $447,000 to $494,000. For fans of lower profiles, the neighborhood offers plenty of ranch styles with bay windows for $337,000 to $392,000. A contemporary home may catch your eye with Tudor details like half-timbering and masonry. These may cost $353,000 to $432,000. The median home value in Warminster Township is $296,700, comparable to but more expensive than nearby Hatboro’s median of $275,000.
Public schools earn a B rating and offer college prep programs
In Warminster Township, students attend schools in the public Centennial School District, which earns a solid B rating on Niche. At these schools, students can expect excellent college prep and clubs. The schools include Willow Dale El School, Klinger Middle School and William Tennent High School.
Green spaces feature walking paths, courts and ball fields
Pick between a couple of multi-purpose green spaces in Warminster Township. Stroll along the paved walking trail in Crooked Billet Green, a park named after the Battle of Crooked Billet that took place in Hatboro. Children can burn energy on the playground, and basketball players can go for a pick-up game on the court. At Syzmanek Park, watch a football game on a field with night lights. Plus, ball players can hit home runs on the baseball field.
Warminster has casual dining, live music and BYOB patios
“Warminster Township is very convenient for strip malls and restaurants so it's a good area,” Cirillo says. Hungry residents can find a diverse selection of eateries in the neighborhood. A small local bar, Debbie’s Place thrives off live music and food specials. Patrons order cold beers to go with deep-fried pierogies and cheese fries. Alternatively, Rey Azteca Mexican Restaurant offers Tex-Mex meals like fajitas and burritos. The BYOB restaurant welcomes people to sit on the pretty patio next to trees and flowers. A neighborhood mainstay of over five years, Joe & Tina’s Pizzeria III serves popular chicken cheesesteaks and bruschetta pizza.
History buffs can explore Warminster’s steamboat legacy
The area even has a museum for American history buffs. At the Craven Hall and John Fitch Steamboat Museum, people can admire an elegant Federal building celebrating John Fitch, the inventor of the first commercial steamboat. Displays include biographical information on Fitch and a model of the steamboat.
SEPTA station connects residents to big-city attractions
For big-city excitement, folks can take a convenient ride over to Philadelphia with the SEPTA Warminster Train Station. Warminster Township is located about 26 miles from Philadelphia by car. In Warminster Township, enjoy the suburban atmosphere coupled with the convenience of strip malls secluded from the city.
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