About the neighborhood

Edgemoor offers a peaceful community with predominantly single detached homes alongside townhouses and varied apartment options. Housing ranges from lofts to residences with four or more bedrooms, providing diverse choices. Residents benefit from convenient access to grocery stores and several nearby restaurants and cafes. Primary schools and public green spaces such as Sellers Park are scattered throughout, contributing to a pleasant environment. Parking is generally easy to find, and proximity to highways like I-495 enables quick travel for commuters. Well-served by several bus lines, this neighborhood provides straightforward access to essential destinations, all within a tranquil setting for quiet living.

Characteristics

Transportation

Commuting by car is very easy in Edgemoor. Finding a place to park is quite easy, and most homes for sale are a reasonably short drive from the nearest highway, such as I-495. In contrast, residents using public transit may experience limited options in Edgemoor as a result of the service's low frequency. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the community, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. Edgemoor is not especially bike-friendly as the bicycling network is not very extensive, and there are quite a few hills. Traveling as a pedestrian is also not very popular in this community, despite the fact that carrying out day-to-day needs is convenient without a vehicle.

Services

Residents will value that no matter where their property is located in Edgemoor, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, high schools are not especially numerous and accordingly not always within a short distance. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary schools. Regarding eating, the nearest grocery store in Edgemoor is generally only a short trip away. Moreover, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of opportunities, and home buyers can enjoy a few cafes as well. Residents benefit from a fair number of nearby clothing stores.

Character

Home buyers who prefer a slower-paced ambience will enjoy Edgemoor. The noise levels in this part of the Greater Philadelphia metropolitan area are low, as the streets are usually quite peaceful - although there are still several noisier sections, especially around one of the railway lines or I-495. Finally, it is very easy to get to green spaces from most locations in the community since there are about 10 of them close by for residents to discover.

Car friendly9.0

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.6

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance