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Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia · PA 19125
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$470K
Median Price
79/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
8 min
to Philadelphia, PA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
79/100
WYLT Score71/100
Our Take
Cheltenham offers solid suburban living with plenty of walkable streets, decent schools, and a quick 8‑minute commute into Philadelphia. It’s a reliable choice for families and professionals, though some traffic and higher taxes are worth noting.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable neighborhood with good bike infrastructure
- ✓Highly rated public schools
- ✓Proximity to downtown Philadelphia
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !Rush‑hour traffic can be heavy
- !Property taxes are relatively high for the area
- !Crime is moderate, typical for a mid‑size suburb
- !Older homes may require more maintenance
- $High property taxes
- $Older HVAC and insulation can raise utility bills
- $Homeowners insurance may be above average
Best For
FamiliesStudentsProfessionalsPet Owners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Philadelphia, PA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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