Homes for Sale in Wallingford, PA — Top-Rated Schools & Tree-Lined Streets

Searching for homes for sale in Wallingford, PA? Wallingford is the primary community name for Nether Providence Township, one of the most recognizable and consistently desirable addresses in all of Delaware County. With the top-rated Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, a SEPTA Regional Rail station, and some of the most mature and established residential neighborhoods in the county, Wallingford attracts buyers from across the region who have done their research and know exactly what they're looking for.

Wallingford is a consistently competitive market with limited inventory and strong year-round demand. As a Delaware County specialist, I monitor this market closely and help buyers position themselves to move decisively when the right home comes available.

Why Buy a Home in Wallingford, PA?

  • Schools: Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, consistently one of the top-ranked K-12 districts in Pennsylvania, with Nether Providence Elementary, Strath Haven Middle School, and Strath Haven High School
  • Commute: Wallingford station on SEPTA's Media/Elwyn Regional Rail line delivers direct service to Center City Philadelphia in approximately 25 to 30 minutes, one of Delaware County's best commuter rail connections
  • Price range: Homes typically sell from $350,000 to $850,000, with the most desirable tree-lined streets close to the train station and Swarthmore College at the upper end
  • Home styles: Mid-century Colonials, ranches, split-levels, and larger custom homes, much of the housing stock dates from the 1950s through 1970s on generous, well-landscaped lots
  • Local draw: Furness Park, the Pendle Hill retreat center, strong community organizations, proximity to Swarthmore College and its arboretum, and easy access to Media Borough's State Street scene
  • Community character: Wallingford has a strong civic culture, active neighborhood associations, and a genuine sense of community identity that keeps residents here for decades

Wallingford Neighborhoods

Wallingford's established residential areas each carry their own character and community identity:

Wallingford Hills: A well-known, family-friendly area recognized for its leafy, quiet atmosphere and tree-lined streets, one of Wallingford's most sought-after residential pockets. Mature landscaping, strong neighbor identity, and consistent demand from families targeting the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Prices typically $425K–$750K.

Pendlehill: A mature, established residential area near the Pendle Hill Quaker retreat and study center, one of the community's most distinctive landmarks. A quiet, contemplative setting with established homes and a neighborhood feel shaped by its proximity to Pendle Hill's gardens and grounds. Prices typically $400K–$700K.

Bowling Green: A central residential section noted in local guides for its established character and practical central location within the Wallingford community. Well-connected to the township's main corridors and amenities. Prices typically $375K–$650K.

Avonbrook & Ridgewood: Established neighborhoods contributing to Wallingford's signature leafy character, mature trees, well-maintained properties, and a settled residential atmosphere. Consistent draws for buyers seeking Wallingford's community feel at accessible price points. Prices typically $375K–$625K.

South Wallingford & East Wallingford: Specific residential sections defining the broader suburban area, offering the full range of Wallingford's mid-century housing stock across a variety of street patterns and lot sizes. Good options for buyers who want Wallingford's school district and community without the premium of the most coveted streets. Prices typically $350K–$600K.

Providence Village: Known for its mix of suburban charm and easy access to local amenities, a practical, well-located community within the broader Wallingford area that appeals to buyers who want convenience alongside the community's established character. Prices typically $375K–$625K.

Garden City: An established, predominantly residential area in the southern portion of the township. A quieter, more suburban feel than the neighborhoods closer to the train station, popular with families who want Wallingford-Swarthmore schools with a bit more space and privacy. Prices typically $375K–$625K.

South Media: Located near the Media Borough boundary and known for its historic fire company and neighborhood character. Benefits from proximity to Media's State Street amenities while maintaining Wallingford's residential feel. Prices typically $375K–$600K.

Moylan: Located near the borough of Rose Valley, Moylan carries a historic character and is often associated with the local school district and its arts-oriented culture. A distinctive, leafy pocket with larger homes and a quieter atmosphere. Prices typically $450K–$800K.

Wallingford Real Estate Market

Wallingford operates as one of Delaware County's most reliably competitive markets. The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, shared with neighboring Swarthmore Borough and Rose Valley, drives consistent year-round demand, and the SEPTA station adds a layer of buyer interest from Philadelphia-area professionals. Well-priced homes on Wallingford's most desirable tree-lined streets regularly attract multiple offers within days.

For buyers, the practical reality here is the same as in Swarthmore and Media, preparation and decisiveness are prerequisites, not advantages. Get pre-approved before you need to be, know which neighborhoods fit your priorities, and be ready to act within 24 to 48 hours of a listing appearing. The best homes here don't wait.

For sellers, Wallingford's demand profile is one of Delaware County's strongest. Accurate neighborhood-specific pricing and strong presentation are the keys to maximizing your outcome in a market where buyers are informed and have often been waiting specifically for a Wallingford home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wallingford, PA

Is Wallingford, PA a good place to live?

Consistently one of Delaware County's most enthusiastic yes answers. The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, the SEPTA connection, the mature neighborhood character, and the proximity to both Media and Swarthmore give Wallingford a combination of assets that keeps residents here for a long time. People who move to Wallingford tend to stay.

What school district is Wallingford in?

Wallingford is the primary community within Nether Providence Township, which is served by the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Some addresses with Wallingford mailing addresses may fall within adjacent township or school district boundaries, always verify the specific address before purchasing.

How far is Wallingford from Philadelphia?

Approximately 13 miles from Center City. SEPTA's Media/Elwyn Regional Rail line runs from Wallingford station to Jefferson Station in Center City in approximately 25 to 30 minutes.

What are home prices like in Wallingford?

The market ranges from approximately $350,000 for smaller homes in South and East Wallingford to $850,000+ for the most desirable larger homes on Wallingford's premier tree-lined streets. The broad middle, mid-century Colonials and ranches in Wallingford Hills, Avonbrook, and Bowling Green, trades in the $400,000 to $650,000 range.

Work With a Delaware County Realtor Who Knows This Market

Wallingford's competitive dynamics and neighborhood distinctions make local knowledge genuinely valuable. As a Delaware County specialist, I'll help you navigate this market with a clear strategy and make sure you're positioned to act when the right home comes available.

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Current Wallingford PA Listings

$324,990
3 Beds 1 Baths
Investor or house-hacker opportunity in the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District! Welcome to 214–216 Beech Road, a modern, move-in-ready duplex offering immediate income, flexibility, and excellent future rental potential. Live in one unit and let the other help offset your mortgage, or add a versatile income-producing property to your investment portfolio. 214 Beech is a well-maintained efficiency unit currently rented for $825/month on a month-to-month lease, providing immediate cash flow with flexibility for the new owner. 216 Beech is a spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath unit that is currently vacant, move-in ready, and previously rented for $2,000/month. For investors, the vacant unit provides the opportunity to secure a new tenant and establish current market rent. For owner-occupants, simply move into the larger unit while collecting rental income next door. Both units feature modern living spaces and their own private backyard areas, an added bonus for tenants or an owner-occupant. Gas and electric are separately metered, water is shared, and tenants are responsible for their own gas, electric, and trash. With one unit already generating income and the other ready for immediate occupancy or rental, this property offers multiple paths to maximize its potential. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, public transportation, major roadways, and everything the surrounding area has to offer. Whether you're building your rental portfolio, purchasing your first investment property, or looking for a smart way to house hack, 214–216 Beech Road is ready for its next owner. Property is being sold strictly as-is. Seller will make no repairs. Buyer is responsible for the township U&O inspection and any required repairs.

214-216 Beech Rd, Wallingford

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton. Contact: 6103634300

$849,000
4 Beds 3 Baths
Lovely stone home for sale in one of Wallingford’s most special neighborhoods, Heatherwold - featuring a path to the Train through the woods, the library at the end of the lane, and Block Parties, a Halloween Parade, Holiday Caroling and more. It is the kind of neighborhood where people put down roots and stay for decades! 13 Green Valley has been lovingly and meticulously renovated and maintained by the same family for 50+ years and features many improvements, from an expanded footprint to 26 new MARVIN windows and a brand new sewer line. Hardwood floors throughout. From the covered front Porch, step into the sunlit Foyer where you will find a skylight and roomy coat closet (heated!). From the Foyer, glass French Doors open to reveal an expansive Living Room centered around a magnificent Mercer-tiled, wood-burning fireplace. To the right of the Foyer, there is a Formal Dining Room with a second wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth to every gathering. The very spacious eat-in Kitchen follows with an abundance of cabinets and flows seamlessly into the Family Room at the rear of the house. From here, glass doors slide open to a simply gorgeous Screened Porch, the ultimate relaxing spot for summer evenings. A full Bath with a skylight is also on this floor along with a second coat closet (also heated!). There is also a patio off another back door at the rear of the house. Upstairs, you will find four generous Bedrooms, including the Primary Bedroom with an ensuite Bath. There is a Hall Bath on this floor, too, with a Tub/Shower combo. You’ll also find a clever closet with “hidden cedar storage” tucked into the Hallway for stashing winter clothing. There is also an Attic with pull down stairs located in one of the bedrooms which offers wonderful storage. The expansive, unfinished basement provides endless potential for a Playroom, Home Gym, or Office - or all three! It is that spacious! Laundry is currently located here. Outside, the lush backyard is simply delightful! It features a row of blueberry bushes (which have supplied the sellers with a legendary harvest of fresh berries each summer!) plus a charming Play House and a very impressive two car stone Garage with a loft. 13 Green Valley Lane is ideally located within an easy walk of the SEPTA Train Station, Post Office, schools, shopping and more. The airport is a short 15 minute drive, too. 13 Green Valley is located in top-rated Wallingford Swarthmore School District - home to Strath Haven High School and the largest marching band in the state of Pennsylvania with one out of every three students participating! Don’t miss the chance to make this very special home your own. Showings start Wednesday, September 9.

13 Green Valley Rd, Wallingford

Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Media. Contact: (610) 566-3000

$600,000
4 Beds 3 Baths
Welcome to 308 Copples Lane in the award winning school district of Wallingford-Swarthmore and in one of the prettiest Wallingford neighborhoods! This home has a very unique floorplan due to its original construction which consists of three bedrooms, one full and one half baths, the open living room and dining area, and large kitchen PLUS the addition toward the rear of the property that created a new primary bedroom with full bath and a very large den. The house is handicapped accessible in most living spaces (kitchen, LR, DR, rear hallway, primary bedroom and primary bath, and den) and also provides a floorplan perfect for an in-law suite. There are so many windows throughout the house granting so much natural sunlight. Hardwood floors flow from room to room with only the rear hallway and den currently carpeted. The home sits on approximately one half acre of level ground which makes it perfect for playing, pets, entertaining, and relaxing.....think pool or putting green or volleyball court or horseshoe pit or swingset or outdoor kitchen? This home is a mile from the SEPTA Wallingford Train Station and Wallingford Elementary School. It is within close proximity to Strath Haven Middle and High Schools. Go Panthers! Homes in the neighborhood have sold for up to $900,000 and this home offers the same value potential. A few photos are AI generated just to give some ideas to envision the empty spaces with new updates and furnishings. The house has lots of cabinet space and an additional storage area that can be accessed through a closet in the den or from the back of the house. This is a GREAT house in a GREAT neighborhood and has a GREAT location. Make it YOUR home!

308 Copples Ln, Wallingford

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact: (610) 892-8300

$799,000
5 Beds 2 Baths
Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort! Rare Assumable 2.375% Mortgage. Set on over half an acre in a private cul-de-sac shared by just five homes, this circa-1840 property (with portions dating to the 1700s) blends historic character with modern function, just steps from Media, Swarthmore, and Wallingford, in the sought-after Wallingford-Swarthmore School District (Wallingford Elementary). Walkable to the train and bus, with easy access to I-476, I-95. Why pay today's rates when you don't have to? Qualified buyers may be able to assume the seller's 2.375% FHA loan and pair it with a second loan- for substantial monthly savings versus financing at today's rates. Inside, original hardwood floors (refinished throughout) and abundant natural light run through a formal living room, a family room with fireplace, and a formal dining room. The updated kitchen mixes butcher block and solid-surface counters, stainless appliances, a farmhouse sink, and upgraded cabinetry, plus a first-floor laundry/mudroom with extra pantry storage. Upstairs, five bedrooms (all hardwood) include a primary with a walk-in closet and vanity area. An adjacent bedroom already has a walk-through connection, making it easy to convert the current 5 bed/1.5 bath layout into a 4 bed/2.5 bath with a true primary suite. Major systems are done: three-zone HVAC (two units, two furnaces), a newer roof with a 50-year warranty, updated plumbing, a new half bath, and real wood Levolor blinds throughout. Outside, enjoy a side porch swing, paver patio, wrap-around porch, and a fully fenced yard with new sod and fresh landscaping. The long driveway (recently relocated and sealcoated) fits 4+ vehicles. A standout 1,000 sq ft detached barn with a sub-panel, updated wiring, and EV hookup offers a workshop, gym, studio, or storage, endless flexibility. An unfinished third floor (heated) and unfinished basement offer future potential to expand even further.

204 W Brookhaven Rd, Wallingford

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. Contact: 6105661100

$475,000
3 Beds 2 Baths
Welcome to 752 W. Brookhaven Road, a thoughtfully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on just over an acre in the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Offering a rare combination of upgraded living, generous outdoor space, and an ultra-convenient location, this special property is ready to welcome its next owner. A charming covered front porch wraps around to a cozy porch swing, the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with a good book. Step inside the inviting dining room, where a striking brick accent wall and custom wet bar with a mini refrigerator and sink create an ideal setting for entertaining. A large bay window fills the room with abundant natural light. The beautifully updated kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar with seating for four. It opens seamlessly to the spacious living room, highlighted by vaulted ceilings, a skylight, and sliding glass doors leading to the back deck. The first-floor primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and an impressive en-suite bathroom. The spa-like bath features dual vanities, a separate dressing vanity, and a show-stopping custom-tiled shower with a frameless glass door, built-in bench, illuminated niche, and three showerheads. A convenient laundry room with additional storage and a large coat closet complete the main level. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The home also offers two separate basement areas, one accessible from inside the home and an additional area accessed from the exterior, providing plenty of room for storage. Outside, the expansive property is a gardener’s dream, featuring a fully fenced garden with eight raised beds. The lot also provides abundant off-street parking and two sizable sheds for tools, equipment, and additional storage. Enjoy the entertaining spaces like the spacious deck that leads down to the patio overlooking the backyard. A perfect spot to enjoy dining al fresco or a fall firepit night! ROOF/SKYLIGHTS 2024 and HOT WATER HEATER 2022. Location, location, location! Enjoy easy access to Regional Rail, I-476, and I-95, with Philadelphia International Airport less than 15 minutes away. The shops, restaurants, and entertainment of Swarthmore and Media Boroughs are also just a short drive away. Schedule your showing today, Home is where your story begins!

752 W Brookhaven Rd, Wallingford

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact: (610) 892-8300

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