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A Levittown blend of suburban and commercial air
In 1951, Levitt & Sons began building what is now Levittown, Pennsylvania, after successfully completing Levittown, New York, earlier that year. To help with the housing shortage after World War II, Abraham Levitt and his sons mass-produced more than 17,000 tract homes in six different house models about 25 miles outside of Philadelphia. Many of the subdivisions within the town have similar looks, with rows of houses of the same style. Originally, FHA guidelines restricted Black Americans from buying a home in the community, so by 1953, Levittown became the largest census-designated place in the country with no residents of color. In 1957, the first Black family moved in, immediately experiencing racial attacks and protests outside of their Levittown home. Martin Luther King Jr. even met with the family to help their fight for legislative change. Within four years, the family moved away. Today, the community continues to evolve and celebrate its diversity, leaving this segregated history in the past.
Highland Park is one of the forty-plus suburban neighborhoods within Levittown. “I love Highland Park because it’s the very middle of the middle class,” says Melissa Centifonti, a neighborhood local and Broker/Owner with Realty One Group Focus. “I drive a mid-sized van, and I even wound up in Middletown Township. It’s as middle class as it gets.” Highland Park sits next to the on-ramp to Interstate 95, making it especially attractive to city commuters. Business Route 1 also runs through the north side of the subdivision, allowing residents access to all the retail and restaurants along the highway. “Another big draw is that there are so many grocery stores,” Centifonti adds. “Within a quarter-mile from my house, there are three different options.” Off the busy thoroughfares that surround the neighborhood, however, sidewalks line residential streets and mature maple trees shade manicured front lawns. In addition to this classic suburban atmosphere, Highland Park has a low CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10.
Highland Park local enjoy access to walkable retail just north of the community.
Lowes is one of several national retailers serving Highland Park.
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Shopping and dining convenience along Business Route 1
The neighborhood’s proximity to Business Route 1 gives residents access to all the shopping and dining options along the highway. Langhorne Square Shopping Center is the closest retail area, including fitness studios like Planet Fitness, department stores like Marshalls and grocers like Redner’s Fresh Market. Also located in this commercial plaza, Steve’s Prince of Steaks is one of the local spots for a cheesesteak.
For a larger variety of storefronts and eateries, Oxford Valley Mall is 1 mile down Business Route 1. Oxford Valley Mall is a spacious retail area that also features medical offices and Jefferson Bucks Hospital. In addition to the shops within the mall, there’s Target and Sam’s Club. Metro Diner serves casual American brunch, Arirang dishes out Japanese hibachi and sushi, and Cancun offers Mexican cuisine in a colorful atmosphere. “A big attraction near the mall is Sesame Place, which is a huge amusement park,” says Stacey Stier, a local Realtor with Realty One Focus. This Sesame Street-themed park provides family entertainment through roller coasters, water parks and other rides. “All students will eventually take a school trip there throughout their time at Bucks County schools,” she adds. Stier also mentions that in 2024, a new luxury apartment complex, Atlee Square, was completed and offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom rental units.
On the east side of Highland Park at the intersection of Woodbourne Road and Trenton Road, Garden of Eatin offers a blend of American and Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with the Mediterranean menu available after lunch. Nearby, Curly’s Comfort Foods is another popular cheesesteak diner with a drive-thru option. Also on this side of the neighborhood is H Mart, an Asian grocery store that specializes in Korean foods. A handful of Christian-faith churches sit near this busy intersection, including Highland Park Community Church and Queen of the Universe Catholic Church.
Highland Park locals flock to Sandy's Beef and Ale for their famous sandwiches.
Highland Park locals head to Target for shopping needs.
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Commutes to Philly on Interstate 95
While Highland Park is mostly residential, it is surrounded by major thoroughfares that connect Levittown to the surrounding areas. In addition to Business Route 1 extending along the north of the neighborhood, Interstate 95 runs across the west side. “It’s really easy to get on I-95 or Route 1,” Centifonti says. “Those major arteries are right there at the end of my neighborhood.” Once on the interstate, Philadelphia International Airport is about 32 miles south. “If I can fly out of Trenton, I will,” says Stier, referring to the smaller regional Trenton-Mercer Airport located about 10 miles north of Highland Park. “The only airlines there are Frontier and Spirit, but you can get to Florida for just eighty bucks.” The SEPTA bus services the community, with many nearby stops along Business Route 1 and Woodbourne Road. The Langhorne train station is about a mile west, which offers a 1-hour SEPTA ride directly into Center City.
SEPTA busses run along Lincoln Highway in Highland Park.
Highland Park residents enjoy convenient access to I95 and I295.
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Outdoor events at Forsythia Park and Falls Township Community Park
South of Highland Park is Forsythia Crossing Park, a neighborhood park that features a playground, a paved trail loop and a brand-new roller hockey rink. Although it’s a smaller-scale park, Forsythia Crossing Park hosts Groovin’ at the Gates each September, bringing the community together for live music and food vendors. “They run shuttles from our neighborhood to the park, so we can go to the shows without worrying about parking,” Centifonti says.
“There are a lot of smaller satellite parks throughout Levittown’s neighborhoods,” says Brian Andrews, the Director of Parks and Recreation for Falls Township. “But the largest park is Falls Township Community Park, with a 70-acre lake.” The community park, about 5 miles east on the other side of Levittown, has a playground, athletic fields, a skate park and walking trails around a recreational lake. “No gas boats. Electric boats only,” Andrews says. “Driftwood Adventures comes to the lake during the summer to offer paddleboard rentals.” He also mentions that Falls Township Community Park is the site for a few events throughout the year, the two-day Touch a Truck Festival held in September being the most highly anticipated. “On the first day, there’s a food truck festival and a beer garden with a fireworks show at the end,” Andrews says. “The next day, local contractors and emergency response workers bring their vehicles for kids to climb on and explore.”
Forsythia Crossing Park is a 6.6 acre park with a variety of amenities.
Play basketball with a friend at Falls Township Community Park.
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A variety of clubs at Neshaminy High School
The Neshaminy School District serves students living in Highland Park. They can begin with kindergarten through fourth grade at Albert Schweitzer Elementary, which receives a B-plus grade from Niche, before advancing to fifth through eighth grade at Carl Sandburg Middle, graded a B. “When Levitt built his Levittown, there was a pool in each neighborhood,” Centifonti says. “There are only two left, and one is inside Carl Sandburg. You can drop in for a $5 swim.” Neshaminy High School, which receives a B-plus rating, offers students a variety of clubs. In addition to the more traditional options like Debate Club and Science Club, the school also offers more unique options like Podcasting Club, Ski Club and Future Medical Professionals. For students who opt to attend a private school, Faith Baptist Christian Academy is nearby. This preschool through twelfth grade Christian school receives an A rating from Niche.
Neshaminy High School underwent major renovations in 2009.
Sanburg Middle School serves grades 5-8.
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Signature Levittown Cape Cods with side-gable roofs
Most residences throughout Highland Park are Cape Cods that feature steep side-gable or dormer roofs. “Originally, they came with 1 full bathroom downstairs, and you make the upstairs your own,” Centifonti says. “With the upstairs left open, people had to figure out what they wanted to do up there, which makes each house unique on the inside.” Sidewalks line the streets, and most houses have driveways and an attached garage. Housing inventory is low, but when available, price tags generally range from $360,000 to $475,000. Some homes are the original 1,300- to 1,800-square-foot Levitt & Sons constructions, while others have seen more recent updates and have been expanded to more than 2,500 square feet. Centifonti adds that more than ninety percent of Highland Park residents own their homes.
Garages are included with a limited number of Highland Park homes.
Colorful landscaping adorns the front entrances of many Highland Park homes.
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Parks in this Area
Forsythia Crossing Park
Falls Township Community Park
Trails
Events
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
20 min drive
Bus
Lincoln HWY & Highland Park Way - Fs
Bus
Woodbourne Rd & Harmony Rd
Bus
Lincoln HWY & Highland Park Way - Mbfs
Bus
Woodbourne Rd & Trenton Rd
Bus
Lincoln HWY & Highland Park Way - Mbns
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Highland Park
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highland Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highland Park, Wrightstown sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Park, Wrightstown over the last 12 months is $415,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this stunning, recently updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the highly sought-after Highland Park neighborhood, within the award-winning Neshaminy School District. Situated on a spacious, fully fenced corner lot, this home offers both privacy and curb appeal.Step inside to discover a bright and modern interior featuring a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for today’s
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,699
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,402
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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