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When were prices and availability in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA last updated?

Prices and availability in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA were last updated on 21 Jan 2021.

What is the average rent in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA?

The average rent in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA is $1,200. Start your search for apartments in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA now.

Renters’ Guide to Prospect Park

Located on the southeastern tip of Pennsylvania is Prospect Park, a peacefully quaint borough with a rich colonial history that’s reflected in much of the architecture. Though a quiet suburban atmosphere and patches of woods give this area a more secluded feel, Prospect Park is actually not very far from Philadelphia. With its own private police force and volunteer firefighting squads, Prospect Park is a spectacular setting for families to raise their children while commuting to work in the nearby city.

A close proximity to I-95, Route 420, and Route 13 makes Prospect Park, PA a commuter’s paradise. Prospect Park, PA is 16 miles southwest of Philadelphia (and 8 miles from Philadelphia International Airport). At the same time, Prospect Park, Pennsylvania is 112 miles southwest of Manhattan and 111 miles southwest of the Brooklyn Bridge, so visiting New York City is always a possibility. Although it is close to many large cities, Prospect Park, PA itself is quite small. Prospect Park, Pennsylvania is about 140 smaller than nearby Philadelphia, and roughly 20 times smaller than Allentown.

Like most of southeastern Pennsylvania, the Prospect Park weather is warmer than the rest of the state; however, although sunny days are common, it also rains more than in most of the United States. Spring weather averages 53°F and is mostly sunny with occasional showers. Summers average 76°F and can become very warm and humid. Autumn weather is moderate, averaging 59°F. Winters are frigid and can be very snowy with an average of 36°F.

Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Demographics

  • Total Population6,872
  • Female 3,168
    Male 3,704
  • Median Age42

Cost of Living in Prospect Park, PA

The cost of living in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania is higher than the rest of the state and most of the country on average, particularly in terms of groceries, transportation, and healthcare. If you are renting in Prospect Park, PA, your monthly utilities will be considerably higher than the United States’ average, but only slightly higher than the state of Pennsylvania.

SEPTA handles all of Prospect Park, PA’s transportation needs, and the average cost of a train ticket in Prospect, PA is $2.25, with a $1.00 discount offered to riders with disabilities, and a special $6.00 day pass to students K-12 (seniors 65 and over ride free with identification). Route 114 services Prospect Park, starting at the Prospect Park train station and passing by the Riddle Hospital (Prospect Park, PA hospital) before connecting with either the Darby or Chester Transportation Center to take you into Philadelphia, or else the opposite way, towards Wilmington and Newark. The average commute time in Prospect Park, PA is 25 minutes—which is also the national average—and almost everyone has a car.

Average Rent in Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA

  • Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Average Rental Price, January 2021 $1,200 /mo

Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Apartment Rent Ranges

  • $701-$1,00025%
  • $1,001-$1,50073%
  • $1,501-$2,0002%

Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Rent Trends

Average Rent Mar / 2018 Jul / 2018 Nov / 2018 Mar / 2019 Jul / 2019 Nov / 2019 Mar / 2020 Jul / 2020 Jan / 2021
Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA $1,049 $1,049 $1,161 $1,163 $1,192 $1,249 $1,188 $1,240 $1,200
National $1,381 $1,418 $1,428 $1,432 $1,468 $1,475 $1,477 $1,464 $1,462
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Living in Prospect Park, PA

Prospect Park, PA has terrific educational opportunities as well as a thriving artistic community. If you are raising a family or have any interest in national history, then Prospect Park has a lot of potential. However, Prospect Park’s closeness to Philadelphia leaves some risk of urban sprawl, and there’s not a lot of job opportunities for non-commuters, which could be two reasons not to live in Prospect Park, PA.

Things to do in Prospect Park

Most of the fun things to do in Prospect Park are centered around kids. Family-friendly things to do in Prospect Park with kids include splashing the day away at the Prospect Park Swim Club, or, for free things to do in Prospect Park, checking out the Prospect Park library for books and free seminars. Also, every fourth of July the entire town gets together to enjoy the annual Prospect Park fireworks.

There may not be a lot of shopping in Prospect Park, but the surrounding cities are fashion capitals, and there are still plenty of Prospect Park attractions for couples to enjoy. The Viviana Prospect Park theater offers musicals and intimate meals by candlelight, while Cornerstone Pizza and New London Pizza are the best places to grab a slice. Otherwise, Imperial House has amazing Chinese food, and the Trieste Restaurant has been a local Italian hit since 1960.

Employment and Economy

As a small borough, Prospect Park, PA does not have many employment opportunities aside from those offered by local businesses. However, the numerous careers in Philadelphia and other nearby areas keep the economy quite steady.

Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Households

  • Total Number of Households2,838
  • Family 1,623
    Non-family 1,215
  • Children 995
    No Children 1,843
  • Average People Per Household2.5
  • Median Household Income$57,768
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$874

Education in Prospect Park

Prospect Park offers strong educational opportunities for children, starting with the thought-provoking workshops at the Kindergarten Academy, and continuing throughout Prospect Park School, where elementary students are treated as family. The Interboro High School, on the other hand, retains an excellent graduation rate.

Prospect Park, Delaware County, PA Education Statistics

  • No High School1%
  • Some High School46%
  • Some College23%
  • Associate Degree9%
  • Bachelor Degree16%
  • Graduate Degree5%

Tips for Renting in Prospect Park

If you are looking to rent in Prospect Park, PA, know that the real estate market moves quickly, and listings don’t stay up for long. If you are moving to Prospect Park, PA from Philadelphia, you should invest in a car. While the public transportation in Prospect Park is good, it does not run constantly like it does in the city, and you’ll also most likely want to drive to other nearby areas.

If you are moving to Camden, NJ from NYC, or if you are moving to Camden, NJ from Philadelphia, then you can expect to enjoy faster work commutes, but you should also be prepared to pay higher taxes. Also, you’ll quickly find that while Camden may not have all of the entertainment options that you’re used to, there’s still plenty of fun to be found!

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