Family-friendly burbs near Navy Yard (S. Philly) (Brookhaven, Ridley Park: condos, how much)

[WVU09]

Hello all,

We're looking for suggestions on family-friendly suburbs with a short commute (ideally 30 minutes or less) to the Navy Yard in South Philly. We're a single-income family and would like to find something under $250k and are open to condos/townhouses/rowhouses/etc. We're currently in Manayunk, but are considering moving to the suburbs for better schools, easier parking, and a little more space. Open to PA/DE/NJ - not sure where to start.

Thanks for any input!


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When are you moving? 1-2 years
Where are you coming from? Manayunk
Why are you moving?
Where will you be working? Navy yard in South Philly
Have you been here yet? yes

Will you buy or rent? buy
If buying, are you looking for a house or a condo? open to either
How much can you spend? prefer to keep it under $250k


Do you have a preference of living in a NJ or PA suburb? open to either

Are you married or single? married
Do you have children? 2 kids
Do you prefer public or private schools? prefer public
Do you have pets? no
Do you want or need a yard? open
Are you keeping a car? yes
Do you prefer bustling activity or calm and quiet? prefer walkable suburbs

What do you want to be closest to?
Work

[Tangled Threads]

Easy commute over the Walt Whitman Bridge - Collingswood, Audubon, Oaklyn - all in your price range.
On the PA side, perhaps Ridley Park? Not so familiar.

[cpomp]

Ridley Park, Brookhaven in Delaware County would work.