In the western half of Ridley Township, Woodlyn is an established suburb whose residential streets border major thoroughfares like Interstates 476 and 95. With highway access and a central location in southeastern Delaware County, the community attracts those looking for suburban living near Philadelphia. “The location is quite good. I-95 is readily accessible and offers convenient travel across the tri-state area,” says Gretchen Koch, a Realtor with Century 21 Preferred Real Estate with nearly 50 years of experience in the industry. “You really can work almost anywhere because it’s so convenient in terms of transportation, especially along the corridor of MacDade Boulevard.” The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority has several bus stops along MacDade Boulevard, which is also an accessible commercial corridor with shopping centers and local restaurants. Less than 20 miles from Philadelphia and 6 miles from Philadelphia International Airport, Woodlyn offers proximity to some of the county’s top employers, including Boeing.
Explore the single split level homes in Woodlyn, where style meets comfort in the neighborhood.
Enjoy a quiet lifestyle in Woodlyn, a quaint suburb less than 10 miles outside of Philadelphia.
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Woodlyn neighborhoods include Milmont Park and Swarthmorewood
Most houses in Woodlyn were built around the mid-1900s and have quarter-acre lots. Cape Cod, Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes are the norm, but the community has several neighborhoods with a variety of architectural styles. Dutch Colonial Revivals and Victorian-style homes are more common in the Milmont Park neighborhood, which also features a handful of new construction houses built around the 2020s. The Swarthmorewood neighborhood has primarily twin homes, and homebuyers can also find twin homes in the western half of Woodlyn across I-476. The median price of single-family homes hovers well below the national median at around $295,000, and properties sell quickly after an average of 14 days on the market. “Woodlyn is one of the more affordable parts of Ridley Township,” Koch says.
You'll find a mix of home types in Woodlyn, from two story Colonials to Bungalows.
Woodlyn also features classic Philadelphia style twin homes on its residential streets.
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Shopping centers and restaurants on MacDade Boulevard
MacDade Boulevard passes through Woodlyn and serves as its primary commercial corridor. Shopping centers like Woodlyn Plaza feature a mix of beauty salons and fast casual restaurants, while the Ridley Shopping Center is a popular spot for running errands with Acme Markets and Home Depot. Local eateries serve up a variety of flavors, and spots such as Michael’s Sandwich Shop and Liberty Tavern are known for their classic Philly cheesesteaks. For more shopping and dining, the Springfield Mall is less than 4 miles from Woodlyn and has over 70 shops and restaurants.
Macdade Crossing features a wide variety of retail stores for the residents of Woodlyn.
Woodlyn Plaza features everything from restaurants to shopping right in Woodlyn.
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SEPTA offers bus and train service into Philadelphia
An expansive sidewalk system means many of Woodlyn’s residential streets are walkable. Residents also have access to public transportation. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority offers local bus service with stops on MacDade Boulevard. SEPTA also provides train service at Ridley Park Station and Swarthmore Station, both about 2 miles from Woodlyn. The train connects residents to Center City Philadelphia in about 30 minutes. For those who prefer to drive, Interstates 476 and 95 pass through Woodlyn, and Philly is less than 20 miles away via I-95. For air travel, residents are about 6 miles from Philadelphia International Airport. Taylor Hospital is 2 miles from Woodlyn and has a 24/7 emergency department. It’s also designated as a Primary Stroke Center.
Ridley School District and proximity to Swarthmore College
Woodlyn is part of the Ridley School District, which receives an overall grade of B-minus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. The district has seven elementary schools, a middle and a high school, all of which earn a C-plus or higher from Niche. “Ridley Township is known for its schools, and they’re always top-ranked in sports,” Koch says. Nearby private school options include Notre Dame de Lourdes School, a Catholic institution serving prekindergarten through eighth grade. Residents are also less than 2 miles from Swarthmore College and the main campus of Widener University.
Woodlyn Elementary School in Woodlyn, PA, offers advanced placement courses for eager students.
Ridley High School offers advanced placement courses, preparing students for future success in Ridley Township.
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Ridley Township’s marina borders the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
Woodlyn is home to Ridley Township Municipal Park, which has a playground, athletic field and paved walking path. It’s also home to Ridley Youth Lacrosse. Ridley Raiders Youth Football is a staple at Blackrock Park, and the Woodlyn Hockey Rink hosts the Ridley Hockey League. Ridley’s Creekside Center has fitness classes for all ages, and the Ridley Township Public Library supports the community with a variety of recreational and educational programming. Residents can also head to the library and borrow free passes to local museums and zoos. The community is less than 3 miles from Darby Creek. The Ridley Township Municipal Marina sits along the creek and features a boat ramp, fishing pier and boat slips. Residents can purchase seasonal or daily passes to visit the marina, and Darby Creek flows into the 1000-acre John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. The refuge has more than 10 miles of nature trails that lead hikers, bikers and runners through the largest freshwater tidal marsh in Pennsylvania. Back at the marina, Stinger’s Waterfront is a popular spot known for its seafood and scenic vistas. Woodlyn experiences all four seasons, with humid summers and snowy winters.
Experience the joy of bocce ball at Ridley Township Municipal Park, just a stone's throw from Woodlyn.
Let the kids play at Ridley Township Municipal Park, just outside of Woodlyn, PA.
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Activities at the Ridley Township Fall Festival
The whole town gathers outside the Ridley Township Municipal Building for seasonal festivities. As the leaves change colors in September, the Ridley Township Fall Festival brings residents together with live performances and family friendly activities. The holiday season kicks off in December at the Ridley Township Christmas Tree Lighting. Santa himself lights the tree, and kids can send letters to the North Pole while sipping on hot cocoa.
PA UCR Program shows a decrease in crime
The Ridley Township Police Department serves the community. According to data from the Pennsylvania Uniform Crime Reporting Program, the department saw a 20% decrease in the number of reported offenses between 2023 and 2024. Theft was the most common offense reported in 2024, representing nearly 75% of all reported offenses. Ridley Township's overall CAP Index crime score is 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
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On average, homes in Woodlyn, PA sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodlyn, PA over the last 12 months is $305,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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