West Conshohocken is a Philadelphia suburb with hometown pride
Rated in the top four suburbs in the Philadelphia area by Niche, West Conshohocken falls on the western side of the Schuylkill River, between Route 476 and the Schuylkill Expressway. Only 15 miles from Center City, Philadelphia, the neighborhood is a mix of city living and green spaces, featuring a multitude of dining options and a healthy dose of hometown pride. “West Conshohocken is its own tight-knit little community,” says Dylan Ostrow, a realtor with Erica Deuschle & Company Real Estate Team with Keller Williams Main Line. With hometown pride, plenty of green spaces and great schools, there’s plenty to love about West Conshohocken.
West Conshohocken Borough Hall hosts the community's monthly council meetings.
Take a stroll along the scenic banks of the Schuylkill River in West Conshohocken.
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Townhouses and Colonial Revivals make up most of the area’s homes
West Conshohocken is located on a hill, with houses atop the hill enjoying views of trees and houses all the way down to the river. The streets are tree-lined and several parks dot the area. Houses in West Conshohocken vary between stand-alone Colonial Revivals and attached townhouses. Most houses have single car driveways, but those that don’t are provided with ample street parking. Most single family homes cost $400,000 to $900,000, but larger ones cost $1.2 million to $3 million. Townhouses range from $340,000 to $900,000.
New Modern Colonial homes represent the most expensive residences in West Conshohocken.
West Conshohocken residents love to decorate for the holidays.
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Community parks include Saint Gert’s and Mackenzie parks
Gridded streets give way to Saint Gert’s Park, a small park on a hill featuring a playground and running track with views of the surrounding town. Nearby Mackenzie Park offers basketball courts, soccer nets, and a covered sitting area with picnic benches and grills, making it perfect for recurring block parties for locals. “Since this is a small community, neighbors meet up at the parks nearby and enjoy spending time after work and school together,” says Ostrow.
The pavilion at McKenzie Park in West Conshohocken is a great place for a picnic.
McKenzie Park in West Conshohocken includes baseball fields used by local youth sports teams.
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Sports fans cheer on the teams at highly rated Upper Merion Schools
Students in West Conshohocken attend schools in the Upper Merion School District. Roberts Elementary School, Upper Merion Middle School and Upper Merion High School all earn an A from Niche. Locals cheer on the Merion Vikings at high school football games, making sure to wear blue and gold to root for the home team.
Roberts Elementary School serves students in the West Cronshocken neighborhood.
Upper Merion Middle School receives an overall A grade from niche.com.
Upper Merion High School receives an overall A grade from niche.com.
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West Conshohocken honors its veterans through banners and events
School spirit isn’t the only pride West Conshohocken residents have in their community. West Conshohocken Borough honors its veterans by denoting their names and military photos on their Hometown Heroes flags, displayed on major roads throughout town. “West Conshohocken is known for its patriotic spirit, with parades and festivals for Memorial Day and Fourth of July,” says Ostrow. “There’s always something going on for locals to enjoy.”
Locals dine at Catch 101 and other restaurants
For a taste of local cuisine and nightlife, try Catch 101, a seafood restaurant serving an ever-changing menu of seasonal dishes featuring fresh fish and crustaceans in a modern, intimate venue. When locals are in the mood for a beer, they head to WestSide Bar and Grill, offering a varied beer list and comforting American food, including burgers, wings, and their special West Conshy Hot Chicken sandwich.
Catch 101 serves delicious seafood in West Conshohocken.
Gypsy Saloon is a favorite for a drink after a long day in West Conshohocken.
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