$1,174,579Average Value$313Average Price per Sq Ft14Homes For Sale
Quiet suburb on the Main Line
Penn Valley is a woodsy community offering residents plenty of privacy along the Schuylkill River. “It’s a nice neighborhood of mostly single-family homes that have approximately two-thirds to three-quarter-acre lots,” says Damon Michels, an associate broker with the Damon Michels Team at Keller Williams who grew up in Penn Valley. “There are great schools and easy access to Interstate 76.” The community is part of Philadelphia’s prestigious Main Line and shares a zip code with its southern neighbor, the borough of Narberth. Residents are also just a 12-mile drive from Center City, which is Philadelphia’s central business district.
Private homes with spacious lots
A thick canopy of trees shades Penn Valley’s residential streets, few of which have sidewalks. A variety of single-family homes sit behind the tree line on spacious, manicured lawns that average just under three-quarters of an acre. “People [in Penn Valley] are more inclined toward privacy,” says Jennifer LeBow, a Realtor with Compass who grew up in the Main Line. Stately French Country estates and brick Colonial Revivals sit down the street from sprawling ranch-style homes. Prices for single-family homes range from around $735,000 for a four-bedroom Cape Cod-style home to about $1.54 million for a five-bedroom estate. Homebuyers will also find new construction built around the early 2020s, with new traditional homes selling for about $2 million. In the northwest corner of Penn Valley, the Oak Hill Condominium Association features 135 condos with views of the Schuylkill River. Condos range from around $190,000 for a one-bedroom unit to about $430,000 for a three-bedroom unit with a private balcony overlooking the river.
Top-rated schools with a low student-teacher ratio
Students attend the Lower Merion School District, which earned an A-plus from Niche and was rated the best school district in Montgomery County. The district has an average student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Kids begin their education at Penn Valley Elementary School before moving to Welsh Valley Middle School. Teens in the west side of Penn Valley attend Lower Merion High School, while those further east attend Harriton Senior High School. All four schools were rated an A-plus by Niche. Harriton Senior High School has won two Blue Ribbon School Awards from the Department of Education for its academic excellence. Teens at Harriton can participate in award-winning extracurricular activities such as the Science Olympiad team, which holds 21 state championships. Nearby private school options include the A-plus-rated Haverford School, which serves grades K-12.
Lush parks with access to the Schuylkill River
Just west of Penn Valley is Rolling Hill Park, which features nearly 100 acres of woodlands and meadows for locals to explore. A system of multi-use trails weaves through the park, and the Creek Trail leads down to Mill Creek where the abandoned Barker’s Mill still stands. Further north along the Schuylkill River is Flat Rock Park, which has a boat launch where residents can bring their kayaks or cast their lines into the river. Kids can explore the playground at Sabine Park, which sits along the neighborhood’s southern border on Montgomery Avenue.
Local favorites on Montgomery Avenue
Penn Valley is largely residential. “Unlike Narberth, there is no Penn Valley town center. Residents tend to pick up the necessities via car versus on foot,” LeBow says. The community sits just north of Montgomery Avenue – which acts as Penn Valley’s own business district. “Our office is on Montgomery Avenue. There are some restaurants right there, and the Pub of Penn Valley,” Michels says. A La Mousse is a cozy, French-inspired café known for its homemade desserts, while Kismet Bagels Luncheonette serves fresh bagels paired with specialty schmears like walnut raisin. Residents can pick up groceries at ACME Markets. Further north is Cara de Roma, an intimate Italian restaurant that serves authentic Roman dishes over white tablecloths.
I-76 provides convenient commutes to Center City
Penn Valley is centrally located in Philadelphia’s Main Line, about 2 miles north of U.S. Route 30. Interstate 76 runs parallel to the Schuylkill River along the neighborhood’s northern border. Residents can also head south to Narberth, where the SEPTA station provides train service to Center City, among other places. Center City is Philadelphia’s central business district and is about 12 miles east of Penn Valley. Philadelphia International Airport is about 16 miles southeast.
Annual festivals in Narberth
The Penn Valley Civic Association hosts events like an annual community bike ride, but residents can also easily head south to Narberth. “People are typically going into the borough for those events,” Michels says. Popular festivities include the Narberth Dickens Festival, which is held each December and features period-inspired performers and street vendors from 1840s London.
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Parks in this Area
Flat Rock Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
General Wayne Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Gulley Run
Grills
Picnic Area
Sabine Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
West Mill Creek Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Trails
Pencoyd Park
Picnic Area
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
33 min drive
Bus
Oakwood Dr & Oakwood Ter - Mbns
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Montgomery Av & Bryn Mawr Av
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Hagys Ford Rd & Tower Ln - Mbns
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Hagys Ford Rd & Chermar Ln - Fs
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Oakwood Dr & Oakwood Ter
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Conshohocken State Rd & Mill Creek
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Conshohocken State Rd & Mary Waters Ford Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Penn Valley
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Penn Valley, Narberth sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Penn Valley, Narberth over the last 12 months is $829,350, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Bring your personal touches to this classic 5 BR, 3.2 bath stone Colonial on a large, 1.5 acre lot in the heart of Penn Valley. The hard part has been done for you--the seller opened up walls to create a two-story addition in 1986 which added a huge family room directly off the kitchen on the main level, and two additional bedrooms plus one bath upstairs. Other notable features of this classic
Welcome to 1031 Bryn Mawr Avenue — A Sanctuary of Style in Penn ValleyWhere timeless charm meets modern luxury. This fully reimagined 3,300 sq ft stone home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a flexible fifth space ideal for a guest suite, office, or studio.Custom-crafted top to bottom, the interiors are bathed in natural light and rich in detail—from bespoke cabinetry to hand-finished trim. The
This is a house with a LOT of wow factor! If you're a fan of mid-century modern design, prepare to be charmed by this authentic gem. Its soaring ceilings, sun-drenched rooms, and a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces create an inviting, one-of-a-kind home.Thoughtfully designed in 1956 by a premier Philadelphia architectural firm, Carroll, Grisdale & Van Alen, on nearly two acres in
Beautiful 1st floor upgraded Condo in the West Building Terrace with a courtyard view. Great layout, bedroom does not back up to living room. Hardwood floors in LR, DR, and hallway. Recessed lighting in LR, DR, hallway and kitchen. Carpeted Bedroom with large closet. Additional closet in hallway. Ceramic floors in Bathroom and Kitchen. Modern custom white European height vanity in bathroom,
Beautiful 1st floor upgraded Condo in the West Building Terrace with a courtyard view. Great layout, bedroom does not back up to Living Room. Hardwood floors in LR, DR and hallway. Recessed lighting in LR, DR, hallway and kitchen. Carpeted bedroom with large closet. Additional closet in hallway. Ceramic floors in Bathroom and Kitchen. Modern custom white European height vanity in bathroom,
This is your opportunity to move into a beautiful 1st floor unit at the Oak Hill South Terrace. Kitchen has cherry cabinets, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, under cabinet lighting and neutral floor tile. Neutral wall to wall carpeting in living room, dining room and bedroom. Custom window treatments. Redone bathroom with European height vanity, Toto toilet, and bathtub
Brand new apartment. Singe standing building Offering new appliances , new kitchen cabinets , new counter top,new floor all around with beautiful tiles in the spacious bathroom,new A/C system, new water heater.In the addition to all amenities there is a new deck with grill ready to use with the steps to small fenced backyard is also add value for your convenience Small
Welcome to your new sanctuary at Oak Hill West Terrace! RENOVATED and READY for immediate move in . This is a first-floor, one-bedroom, one-bathroom. The highlight- Step outside to your private oasis—a fenced-in patio. But that's not all—this community offers an array of amenities to enhance your lifestyle, including parking, a pool perfect for sunny days, a clubhouse for gatherings, fitness
Rare opportunity for long term resident family. This Large and spacious corner condo at Oak Hill Condominiums , Penn Valley, on the Main Line! This unit was combined with another to make a 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home for someone looking for that extra space but with all 1-floor living. This home offers 1500 square feet. The renovations include an all new expanded kitchen with breakfast bar,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,123
Median Age
48
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$171,410
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$187,705
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
79.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
51.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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