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Longstanding historical community just 20 miles west of Philadelphia
First colonized by the New Sweden colony in the 1600s, the Borough of Upland gets its name from the Swedish province of Uppland. The community’s hilly terrain gave one of its main streets the name “Hill Street,” where buyers will find some of Upland’s oldest homes, dating from the late 1800s. A suburb of Philadelphia, the community offers spacious, budget-friendly homes that still offer easy access to for commuters. “It’s a traditional, old-fashioned community that has a lot of history and a lot of families who have been in the area for generations,” says Realtor Karen Dauber with Long & Foster Real Estate. Dauber is a lifelong resident of Delaware County and has been working in real estate since 1996.
Older brick homes in Upland preserve the history of the area.
The Schoolhouse Museum alongside the Caleb Pusey House in Upland.
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Suburban community with Colonial Revival homes
Homes here consist of Colonial Revival-inspired rowhomes and single-family homes from the early-to-mid-1900s. While Upland isn’t a very busy area, it gives off a city-like feel with homes being in close quarters, some featuring driveways and others requiring street parking. Most homes either have little yard space or are right up on the sidewalk, including some brick sidewalks reminiscent of its colonial past. The oldest and most historic home in the neighborhood is the Caleb Pusey House. Built in 1683, it was visited by William Penn and is the second oldest English house in the state. For one of the neighborhood's older homes, buyers can expect to pay around $100,000 to $200,000. Meanwhile, those built around the 1950s typically go for $250,000 to $300,000.
There is a piece of history in every inch of the Upland neighborhood.
The hilly streets of Upland are lined brick colonial homes and old brick sidewalks.
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Students attend Chester Upland School District
Neighborhood students go to Main Street Elementary School, which uses modern technology such as high-tech Promethean boards and iPads to deliver a 21st-century educational experience. Students then go on to Toby Farms Intermediate School for sixth to eighth grade and then to Chester High School for grades nine through 12. All three of the schools scored a C-minus on Niche for their academics.
Students in Upland attend Main Street Elementary School in the heart of the neighborhood.
An aerial overview of Main Street Elementary School in Upland highlights is playfields.
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Upland Park is the town’s main outdoor destination
Many residents enjoy lounging in a wide-open green space or going for a stroll along paved tree-lined trails. There’s also an inclusive playground for kids of all ages and abilities to play on. The park is home to the Redwood Community Center, a popular spot for weekly events for local seniors, from country line dancing, exercise classes and several other entertaining programs. Residents can also visit the park for annual holiday events. “Residents are very traditional with their celebrations. Locals hang out at the park, kids decorate their bikes for the holidays. And of course, everyone comes for the Fourth of July fireworks,” says Dauber.
A brand new, all-inclusive playground in Upland Park for children to enjoy.
Three Widener University nursing students study at the Upland Park playground.
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Small town comforts on Upland Avenue
For those who’d prefer to light up the sky themselves, residents can get everything they need from Phantom Fireworks, located in Upland’s one shopping center in the middle of town. There, residents can shop at Family Dollar for many of their household needs. After shopping, residents can stop by the deli or grab a steak along with other produce at Sam & Sam Meats, an Upland staple, serving the community for decades. For classic comfort food, head to Upland Diner, a popular spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner. While the restaurant has lots of options, the pot roast and sticky cinnamon bun French toast are a favorite among locals. The town has a few other dining options as well, like G@G Pizza or Chinese food from Great Wall. There are more big box stores and restaurants in nearby Chester, just 2 miles away.
The Upland Diner has been a familiar landmark since 2000.
People in and around Upland come to Sam and Sam Meats for fresh meats and friendly service.
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Residents can easily connect to Wilmington or Philadelphia
Commuters can easily hop on Interstate 95, which runs directly through the southern portion of Upland. Philadelphia International Airport is just 8 miles away. Residents can drive just 11 miles further and they’ll be in Center City Philadelphia, where shops, restaurants and entertainment are abundant. For residents driving to Wilmington, Delaware, it’s a 14-mile trip south of I-95. The closest hospital is the historic Crozer-Chester Medical Center, which was once Crozer Theological Seminary, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. graduated from in 1951. For those seeking public transportation, the nearest light rail station connecting to Philly is Eddystone Station, just 3 miles away. Easy access to Philly and beyond makes Upland an attractive suburb to call home.
I-95 connects Upland residents with Philadelphia to the north and Wilmington to the south.
The Eddystone Septa Station is a hub for Upland residents heading in and out of the city.
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Parks in this Area
Crozer Park
Baseball/Softball
Community Center
Multi-Purpose Field
Veterans Memorial Park
Upland Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Washington Park
Samson Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Eaton Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
14 min drive
Bus
Crozer Chester Medical Center
Bus
6th St & Main St
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6th St & Patton Av
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Main St & 11th St - Fs
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6th St & Vista Ln - Fs
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Main St & 6th St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.24 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
12/4/2022Niche Review
Upland is an up and coming neighborhood. A lot of the houses are being bought up and renovated. The borough is very community oriented, there's always events for kids and the elderly. In the past 5 years I've seen nothing but signs of improvement. New street signs, added parking lot for residents, parks and poop bags so it's very pet friendly. Affordable housing and friendly community.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upland
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upland, PA sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upland, PA over the last 12 months is $167,217, down 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Duplex in great condition. First floor is rented month to month, second floor is vacant. Both units offer 1 bedroom, 1 full bath and full kitchen. First floor has access to private back yard. Utilities are all separate, heat, electric and water. Income and expense information is uploaded in MLS documents. Perfect for owner occupant living in one unit and generating income from rented unit.
Great opportunity to acquire well maintained Two -unit apartment building. Both units are 1 bed, 1 full bath. Utilities are all separate with tenants paying electric, gas, heat, hot and cold water. Good rental income. Property has been updated and renovated in past few years with new flooring, replacement windows, upgraded kitchens and bathrooms, painting exterior of building and removing
Great Renovated 2bdr house in desirable Upland/Brookhaven area; nice clean block; New laminate and tile floors, new hot air heater, high efficiency on demand water heater, new roof, remodeled bathroom, new rear fence; spacious back yard; New appliances, Will not last long; Professionally managed.
***Now accepting applications for our Pre-Approved Wait list!***Welcome to Upland Estates - a beautiful place to live. Our property features lush landscaping in a quiet, peaceful environment. You will enjoy the spacious apartments and wonderful neighbors. This gated community is professionally managed with excellent management and maintenance staff. Call our leasing office today for more
Well maintained Single Home with 2 beds,1 bath, and a good sized yard for rent. The house has been freshly painted and the floors were recently done in the living room and dining room. The rent is $1,350 a month with first, last, and Security as a deposit. We ask that you come look at the property and then if interested you would submit an application through tenant magic. I may have availability
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,162
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,497
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,467
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
11.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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