MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA

County Offices
Swede & Airy Streets
Norristown, PA
610-278-3000
www.montcopa.org

Chamber of Commerce
101 Bill Smith Boulevard
King of Prussia, PA
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

 

Major Highways
Pennsylvania Turnpike; Interstate 76 and 476; US Highways 30, 202, and 422

 

Services
Situated northwest of Philadelphia, Montgomery County boasts a strong economy, a strategic location, and remarkable diversity. Valley Forge National Historical Park, the nation’s largest mall, thousands of acres of farmlands and woodlands, miles of scenic rivers, and dozens of corporate office parks are a few elements in the colorful mosaic of this vibrant region.

Healthcare institutions within the county range from local medical centers to the expansive facilities of regional hospitals like Abington Memorial. In addition to an excellent physician-per-person ratio, many of the county’s fully accredited, comprehensive institutions like Lankenau Hospital have affiliations with prestigious medical training schools, ensuring the very latest in technological breakthroughs, research, and treatment. Offering a highly trained professional staff, Montgomery County hospitals feature a wide range of diagnostic and rehabilitative services, state-of-the-art medical/surgical equipment, advanced acute-care facilities, modern birthing centers, and cost-effective programs that cover every aspect of healthcare.

Providing excellence in public education, Montgomery County’s school districts rank among Pennsylvania’s finest. Award-winning public schools combine with a wide range of opportunities for private instruction and parochial-school options. Honors and advanced-placement programs, special needs programs, the latest in classroom technology, dedicated staff members, and strong parent involvement consistently produce high SAT performance scores and an exceptional percentage of college-bound seniors. Private schools on every level expand the options for alternative learning and social environments in parochial and independent schools.

Montgomery residents have an abundance of choices for continuing education, from vocational/technical training and adult education classes to four-year degrees and beyond. In addition to the institutions of higher education within Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley as a region is home to some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges and universities. The expanded facilities of the University of Pennsylvania combine with those offered in such famous schools as Villanova University, Rosemont College, and Bryn Mawr to the west.

 

Lifestyle
Montgomery County offers suburban comfort with a touch of class. Spacious homes, some of which date back almost three centuries, are surrounded by meticulously manicured and generous lots. New subdivisions blend with a hometown atmosphere in most communities, while the smaller villages and rural areas retain all of the charm of quiet, tree-lined neighborhoods, shaded streets, and narrow country lanes of another era.

Regardless of where you settle in Montgomery County, a municipal park will only be minutes from home. Weekends find many residents in the national or state parklands, enjoying a complete range of outdoor activities. Winter sports include ice-fishing, sledding, cross-country and downhill skiing, and ice-skating. During the warmer summer months, residents enjoy horseback riding, hiking, bird-watching, nature study, birding, boating, fishing, tennis, swimming, team sports, or golfing on public and private courses. Serious athletes can join casual bicycle riders along the Schuylkill Bike Trail, 22 miles of scenic beauty that winds along the river bank.

Few locations can rival Montgomery County for the quality and sheer volume of art galleries, museums, and historical homes or sites. Unique venues feature such wonders as the world’s largest privately owned collection of stained glass housed in the Gothic-style Bryn Athyn Cathedral, or the impressive collections found in the Streitwieser Historical Trumpet Museum.

Performing arts in Montgomery County begin on the community level, with an abundance of dinner theaters, musical and arts festivals, hands-on craft shows, and year-round celebrations. A myriad of living history sites and elaborate re-enactments allow residents to take a step back in time, experiencing life in Pennsylvania more than 200 years ago. Off-Broadway plays abound and top performers pack the houses at popular facilities such as the Hedgerow Theatre and the Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, while comedy clubs blend with the sights and sounds of headline musical performers at a wide variety of exciting night spots.

Aficionados of shopping can explore thousands of stores, shops, markets, antique dealers, malls, craft centers, and specialty boutiques. Spend the entire day at the East Coast’s largest enclosed mall at King of Prussia or browse through the quaint shops in Skippack Village. Sophisticated styles await shoppers along the Main Line’s prestigious boutiques, while bargain-hunters may prefer to seek out one of the many factory outlets or take a stroll through Franklin Mills.

Dining options in Montgomery are equally varied, from casual and family fare to gourmet meals by candlelight. World-class international cuisine, ethnic variety, and local flavors from Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo-Fly Pie to Philly Cheesesteaks are all available. From Lower Moreland to Marlborough and along the entire Main Line, Montgomery County has every ingredient for the “good life.”

 

Abington, Rockledge
Abington Offices
267-536-1000
www.abington.org
Rockledge Offices
215-379-8572
http://rockledgeborough.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

With approximately 56,000 residents, Abington Township is a thriving community strategically located on the border of Philadelphia and Montgomery counties, making it an ideal home for commuters to Center City. Elegant older homes are the trademark of this area, although new constructions harmonize beautifully with the stately mansions of the past.

With a population just under 3,000, Rockledge is a small, quiet residential community that provides suburban living in a family-oriented atmosphere with a wide selection of moderately-priced, attractive homes.

 

Cheltenham
Municipal Offices
215-887-1000
www.cheltenhamtownship.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

This highly developed residential community offers suburban living at its best within an easy commute of Philadelphia’s numerous amenities. The area offers an abundance of attractive homes in a wide range of architectural styles and price ranges.

Commuters are drawn to this community for its proximity to Philadelphia and excellent transportation facilities, as well as its modern, well-equipped school system. Five shopping centers and full recreational amenities combine to make Cheltenham a self-contained community.

 

Conshohocken, Plymouth, Whitemarsh
Conshohocken Offices
610-828-1092
www.conshohockenpa.gov
Plymouth Offices
610-277-4100
www.plymouthtownship.org
Whitemarsh Offices
610-825-3535
www.whitemarshtwp.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Easy access to Philadelphia via the Pennsylvania Turnpike makes these two communities attractive to commuters who desire a residence in an area of beautiful landscapes, open spaces, woodlands, hills, and gracious homes. Ranging from cape cods to contemporary stone ranch styles and Colonials, many of the homes in this area feature expansive lots of an acre or more.

Among the many luxurious recreational organizations in the area is the prestigious Whitemarsh Valley Country Club, well-known for its U.S. Pro-Tour IVB Golf Classic each year.

 

Douglass, New Hanover (Gilbertsville)
Douglass Offices
610-367-6062
www.douglasstownship.org
New Hanover Offices
610-323-1008
www.newhanover-pa.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Quiet neighborhoods mark the primarily residential townships in this area, although New Hanover creates a true “country” atmosphere with a full half of its 22 square miles devoted to farmland.

Gilbertsville and Douglass enjoy a significant segment of commercial activity. Both buses and taxis take commuters to nearby Pottstown where bus and rail service to Philadelphia are available. Just minutes away, Pottstown also provides the closest major medical facility and expanded opportunities for shopping.

 

East Greenville, Marlborough, Upper Hanover
East Greenville Offices
215-679-5194
www.egreenville.org
Marlborough Offices
215-234-9300
Upper Hanover
215-679-4401
www.upperhanovertownship.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-679-3336
www.upvchamber.org

Upper Hanover is the perfect residential choice for those who desire vast expanses of gently rolling hills, giant shade trees, and open space. With ample room for new development, this area offers spacious one-acre lots with an abundance of options in new-home construction that cover a wide range of architectural styles and price ranges.

Of these three communities, Upper Hanover features the most expansive recreational facilities, including a vast expanse of county parkland.

 

Hatboro, Horsham
Hatboro Offices
215-443-9100
www.hatborogov.org
Horsham Offices
215-643-3131
www.horsham.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-956-9540
http://hatborochamber.com

These two residential communities are located in an area surrounded by wide, gently rolling fields and wooded countryside. Strategically located at Routes 611 and 263, they offer excellent access to Philadelphia and other major business centers, as well first-rate educational, shopping, and cultural amenities.

In addition to traditional residences in a wide variety of styles and price ranges, newcomers will find an abundance of new single-family construction and townhome communities. Local shopping centers and privately owned shops meet the retail of area residents.

 

 

Hatfield, Lansdale, Montgomery, North Wales, Towamencin, Upper Gwynedd
Hatfield Offices
215-855-0900
www.hatfieldtownship.org
Lansdale Offices
215-368-1691
www.lansdale.org
Montgomery Offices
215-393-6900
www.montgomerytwp.org
North Wales Offices
215-699-4424
www.northwalesborough.org
Towamencin Offices
215-368-7602
www.towamencin.org
Upper Gwynedd Offices
215-699-7777
www.uppergwynedd.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Major highway links between the North Penn area and Philadelphia have spurred growth in these residential, commercial, and industrial centers. English manors and large estates are available, as well as single-family homes and townhouses.

Lansdale, in particular, began its economic growth with the construction of the Northern Pennsylvania Railroad. To keep pace with expansion while retaining the uncrowded feeling North Penn communities carefully control growth to protect the open spaces.

 

Jenkintown
Municipal Offices
215-885-0700
http://jenkintownboro.com

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

Less than one square miles in size, Jenkintown offers an extremely community-oriented and self-contained residential refuge. Traditional Colonial and Tudor twins, as well as single-family homes, are available on well-maintained lots shaded by mighty oaks and giant maples.

The area also offers brick and stucco houses scattered among the older stone and frame structures with large porches and handcrafted trim. Excellent schools that feature small classrooms and outstanding education programs enhance the draw to this small community.

 

Limerick, Royersford, Upper Providence
Limerick Offices
610-495-6432
www.limerickpa.org
Royersford Offices
610-948-3737
www.royersfordborough.org
Upper Providence Offices
610-933-9179
www.uprov-montco.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-489-7200
www.springfordchamber.com

Royersford, with its Main Street shopping district and stately older Victorian homes, serves as a focal point for a number of surrounding communities located in both Chester and Montgomery counties. A 12-acre conservation park adds to the feeling of openness in this community, just as the State Game Farm enhances Limerick.

Each of these population centers are nestled into an area rich in farmlands and historic villages as well as scenic beauty, offering vast opportunities for further expansion.

 

Lower Merion
Lower Merion Offices
610-649-4000
www.lowermerion.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

The attractive communities in the Lower Merion area are not only convenient to the amenities of the major suburbs but they provide easy access to the resources of Philadelphia. Housing options are abundant, ranging from older single-family dwellings and Colonial estates to multi-family complexes and new construction.

Shopping is available in these communities, providing local conveniences. For those who desire a wider selection of retail goods, the King of Prussia Mall is located nearby.

 

Lower Moreland, Bryn Athyn
Lower Moreland Offices
215-947-3100
www.lowermoreland.org
Bryn Athyn Offices
215-947-9889
www.brynathynboro.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

Excellent transportation services and close proximity to Philadelphia make these communities attractive to commuters who desire a serene suburban lifestyle. Newcomers will find an abundance of housing options from which to choose, from stately older homes in well-established neighborhoods to new construction in a variety of architectural styles.

A major draw to this area is the outstanding school system. With a foundation of excellent programs, a dedicated staff, and classes with as few as 10 students—these schools consistently produce high SAT achievers.

 

Lower Providence, Worcester
Lower Providence Offices
610-539-8020
www.lowerprovidence.org
Worcester Offices
610-584-1410
www.worcestertwp.com

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Just north of the Schuylkill River are the semi-rural townships of Lower Providence and Worcester, as well as the young and growing community of Audubon, named after the naturalist and painter John James Audubon. Young families and professionals alike are drawn to this area of fertile farmlands, rolling hills, woodlands and patchwork fields.

A wide variety of housing styles in equally wide price ranges includes handsome Colonial and split-level homes as well as large estates. The possibilities for expansion are plentiful, with new development offering spacious lots of one and two acres.

 

Norristown, East Norriton, West Norriton
Norristown Offices
610-272-8080
www.norristown.org
East Norriton Offices
610-275-2800
www.eastnorritontwp.org
West Norriton Offices
610-631-0450
www.westnorritontwp.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Once fertile, rich farmland, the area surrounding Norristown has grown and developed into an attractive suburban and residential area for residents who work locally as well as those who commute to Philadelphia.

Quiet, shady streets offer a wide range of housing options that vary from moderately-sized rowhomes and townhomes to spacious split-levels, ranches and stately Colonials.

Historic Norristown Borough is also the county seat and political center for Montgomery County.

 

 

Perkiomen, Collegeville, Skippack, Trappe
Collegeville Offices
610-489-9208
www.collegeville-pa.gov
Skippack Offices
610-454-0909
www.skippacktownship.org
Trappe Offices
610-489-7181
www.trappeborough.com

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

The primarily rural, residential area served by the Perkiomen Valley School District takes in a number of smaller boroughs and townships, including Lower Frederick and Schwenksville.

Historically, these communities hold a great deal of significance. Recent pharmaceutical and corporate growth has resulted in new home and shopping development.

Skippack Village offers residents a reminder of the past in its antique shops.

 

Pottstown
Municipal Offices
610-970-6500
www.pottstown.org

Chamber of Commerce
610-326-2900
www.tricountyareachamber.com

Conveniently located near the intersection of Pottstown Pike and Route 422, which connect to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Schuylkill Expressway, Pottstown offers a quiet suburban lifestyle within easy access to urban resources. Commuters are drawn to this municipality for its abundance of affordable housing options, which ranges from older homes to new construction and multi-family complexes.

Pennsylvania country charm, local shopping facilities, a full-service hospital, and year-round activities combine to make Pottstown a desirable place to call home.

 

Souderton, Salford, Telford
Souderton Offices
215-723-4371
www.soudertonborough.org
Salford Offices
215-257-5664
www.salfordtownship.com
Telford Offices
215-723-5000
www.telfordborough.org

Chamber of Commerce
215-723-9472
www.indianvalleychamber.com

Sprawling old farmhouses mix with older single-family residences and new construction in a variety of styles and price ranges. One to five-acre lots are not uncommon in some sections, and Salford Township in particular has retained its original flavor as an agricultural community.

Active civic groups, a grassroots friendliness and old-world Pennsylvania hospitality characterize these communities. Shopping facilities and recreation opportunities are available locally, although residents have a plethora of resources from which to choose in the Philadelphia area.

 

Springfield
Municipal Offices
215-836-7600
https://www.delcopa.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

This quiet residential community borders on the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, attractive to both families and young professionals with its excellent school system and easy commute to Center City.

Stone colonial and split-level homes are common, interspersed with charming townhouses set on secluded and beautifully landscaped lots. Shaded lanes and tree-lined neighborhoods enhance the small-town feeling of Springfield, although vast urban amenities of Philadelphia are only minutes away via the SEPTA railway or Route 309.

 

Upper Dublin
Municipal Offices
215-643-1600
www.upperdublin.net

Chamber of Commerce
215-887-5122
www.emccc.org

Just twenty miles north of Philadelphia at Exit 26 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is the history-filled community of Upper Dublin. The charm of its stately old country homes, rare inns and numerous antique shops is further enhanced by the gentle rolling hills, wooded land and considerable expanses of open space.

Excellent area schools produce students who perform exceptionally based on SAT scores, and over 85% of the high school seniors are college bound. A wide range of attractive housing is available in both older homes and new construction.

 

Upper Merion, King of Prussia, Bridgeport, West Conshohocken
(King of Prussia)
Upper Merion Offices
610-265-2600
www.umtownship.org
West Conshohocken Offices
610-828-9747
www.westconshohockenborough.com
Bridgeport Offices
610-272-1811
www.boroughofbridgeport.com

Chamber of Commerce
610-277-9500
www.montgomerycountychamber.org

Adjacent to the gently rolling hills of the scenic Valley Forge National Park, Upper Merion offers residents a variety of cultural, recreational, housing, and employment opportunities.

Residential neighborhoods provide a diversity of architectural styles that range from single family homes in both well established areas and in new developments, to condominium complexes and modern apartments.

The Court and Plaza at King of Prussia Mall combine to create one of the nation’s largest and most impressive shopping centers.

 

Whitpain, Blue Bell
Whitpain Offices
610-277-2400
https://www.whitpaintownship.org/

Chamber of Commerce
215-362-9200
www.pennsuburban.org

The Blue Bell area serves as the hub of Whitpain Township. From yesterday’s rich farmland, developers have transformed this area into a community of attractive suburban homes. Blue Bell, along with the township, is known for its lovely executive homes, major business parks, convenient local shopping, and the main campus for Montgomery County Community College. The nearest major shopping malls are the Montgomery Mall and the Plymouth Meeting Mall. Recreational facilities combine with a wide range of programs sponsored by the township park and recreation board. SEPTA bus routes link commuters with the Norristown Transportation Center and Philadelphia. Nearby communities include Ambler, East Norriton, Norristown, Spring House, and Plymouth Meeting.