The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19073 sells for about $806,760, or $315 per square foot.
Prices are up +10.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,584 a month.
ZIP 19073 — Newtown Square
The 19073 housing market remains robust, characterized by a strong seller's market with a median sale price exceeding $800,000. High demand for single-family homes, coupled with limited inventory, continues to drive price appreciation and competitive bidding. The area's appeal is bolstered by its top-tier school district and ongoing commercial development at Ellis Preserve.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking high-quality schools and suburban space, as well as professionals commuting to Philadelphia or King of Prussia who value a mix of historic charm and modern amenities.
Median prices moved up 10.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 1.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 102.8% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.4% · poverty 4.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19073, Delaware County PA
The area is served by highly-rated public schools, primarily within the Marple Newtown School District, which is frequently cited for strong academic performance.
Newtown Square has seen significant development, including the Ellis Preserve mixed-use project which serves as a major commercial and residential anchor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Pennsylvania) — Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion: Formula: (Assessed Value - Exclusion Amount) × Tax Rate = Tax Owed. Exclusion amount varies by school district and county. State (Pennsylvania) — Property Tax Assessment: Tax = Assessed Value × Local Millage Rate (1 mill = $1 per $1,000 of assessed value).
Residents primarily commute via PA-3 (West Chester Pike) toward Philadelphia or the King of Prussia employment hub, with access to regional rail stations in neighboring communities.
The area features extensive green space including Ridley Creek State Park, various local golf clubs, and the shopping/dining amenities centered around the Ellis Preserve and Newtown Square town center.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, with rents trending upward due to the area's desirability and proximity to major employment corridors.
The local economy is supported by a mix of corporate headquarters, professional services, and retail, with significant employment hubs nearby in King of Prussia and Philadelphia.
Ongoing development at Ellis Preserve continues to shape the local landscape, focusing on high-density residential and commercial integration.
Parcels are subject to Delaware County, township, and school district levies, with specific variations based on municipal boundaries.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and SimpleMaps ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Large state park offering hiking, fishing, and historic sites.
Major hub for shopping, dining, and corporate offices.
Primary local retail and grocery destination.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).