Moving to Lansdale, PA: Living in Lansdale Guide

Lansdale is a railroad town that never stopped being one. The borough grew up around the North Pennsylvania Railroad in the 1850s, and today three SEPTA Regional Rail stations inside its limits carry commuters into Center City. It is the hub of the North Penn Valley in central Montgomery County, with a walkable Main Street, a busy events calendar, 21 borough parks and its own borough-run electric utility.

Lansdale suits commuters who want to take the train, young couples buying their first home, and families who want the North Penn School District without paying Main Line prices. It is denser than the townships around it, with older twins and single homes on tight lots and a growing number of apartments near the train. Homes move quickly, so it helps to know the neighborhoods before you start looking.

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Where Is Lansdale?

Lansdale is a borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, about 21 miles north of Philadelphia and 27 miles southeast of Allentown. It covers 2.99 square miles of land and sits at the center of the North Penn Valley, surrounded by townships such as Towamencin and Upper Gwynedd.

Approximate driving distances from downtown Lansdale (free-flowing traffic; expect longer at rush hour):

Doylestown: about 11.2 miles, roughly 23 minutes
Norristown: about 11.3 miles, roughly 25 minutes
King of Prussia: about 16.1 miles, roughly 31 minutes
Center City Philadelphia: about 24.4 miles, roughly 44 minutes
Allentown: about 30.5 miles, roughly 50 minutes
Downingtown (home of our Tri-State team): about 32.7 miles, roughly 55 minutes
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): about 41 miles, roughly 1 hour

Main Street (PA Route 63) is the borough’s main east-west road, and Broad Street is the main north-south road. PA Route 363 starts on the west edge of town and heads southwest on Valley Forge Road. The Lansdale interchange of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension (I-476) is just west of the borough in Towamencin Township. SEPTA’s Lansdale/Doylestown Line stops at three stations in the borough: Lansdale station downtown, Pennbrook in the southern part of town and 9th Street in the north. SEPTA bus routes 94, 96 and 132 connect Lansdale to Montgomery Mall, Chestnut Hill, the Norristown Transportation Center and Telford.

Lansdale Population & Demographics

Lansdale had 18,773 residents at the 2020 Census, up from 16,269 in 2010, and the Census Bureau estimates 18,986 as of July 2025. The borough is more diverse than the county around it: 16.1% of residents identified as Asian at the 2020 Census, and the Census Bureau reports that 20.1% of residents were born outside the United States.

Measure (ACS 2020–2024)	Lansdale	Montgomery County	Pennsylvania	United States
Population (survey estimate)	19,011	867,573	13,018,639	334,922,500
Median age	37.2	41.2	40.9	38.9
Median household income	$88,229	$113,915	$77,971	$80,734
Per capita income	$45,259	$62,159	$44,355	$44,673
Bachelor’s degree or higher (25+)	39.8%	53.0%	35.2%	35.7%
Owner-occupied homes	55.3%	71.4%	69.3%	65.2%
Poverty rate	11.3%	6.5%	11.7%	12.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (via Census Reporter and Census QuickFacts). 2020 and 2025 population figures from Census QuickFacts; 2010 count and 2020 household details from the 2020 Census as summarized on Wikipedia.

At the 2020 Census, Lansdale had 7,126 households, and 31.1% of them had children under 18. There were 7,583 housing units, with a homeowner vacancy rate of just 1.1% and a rental vacancy rate of 8.6%. QuickFacts shows 21.4% of residents are under 18, 16.0% are 65 or older, and the average commute is 25.4 minutes.

Is Lansdale Safe?

Lansdale is patrolled by its own borough police department. We did not find a crime data source specific to the borough that we felt comfortable quoting, so we are not publishing a crime rate here. For current information about a particular block, contact the Lansdale Police Department, and use the “Report a Crime” and notification tools on the borough website. Like any dense borough, conditions can vary from one street to the next, so visit a neighborhood on a weeknight and a weekend before you commit.

Cost of Living in Lansdale

Home Prices

Lansdale is one of the more affordable ways to buy in central Montgomery County. The Census Bureau puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in the borough at $343,800 (2020–2024), below the Montgomery County median of $436,700 but above the Pennsylvania median of $254,500.

Recent sales in the 19446 ZIP code, which reaches beyond the borough into neighboring townships, run higher. Redfin reports a median sale price of $487,289 over the three months ending August 2026, up 2.2% from a year earlier, with 187 homes sold. Homes went under contract in a median of 22 days and typically closed at about 101.6% of list price. Redfin rates the ZIP “very competitive.” For comparison, Redfin’s national median sale price in August 2026 was $398,596.

Rent

Renting is common here, with close to half of homes renter-occupied. Zumper’s September 2026 data puts Lansdale’s overall median rent at $1,912 a month, up 1% from a year earlier, with one-bedrooms at $1,437, two-bedrooms at $1,795 and three-bedrooms at $2,885. The Census Bureau’s median gross rent for the borough (rent plus utilities, 2020–2024) is $1,470, below the Montgomery County median of $1,683.

Best Neighborhoods in Lansdale

Downtown and Main Street

The blocks around Main Street and the Lansdale train station are the most walkable part of town. You can walk to Railroad Plaza, Stove & Tap, the Well Crafted Beer Company taproom and the borough’s First Friday events, then take the train to Center City. Housing is a mix of older twins, singles and apartments close to the tracks. It suits train commuters, young professionals and anyone who wants restaurants within walking distance and does not mind some noise and activity.

Near Memorial Park and Stony Creek Park

If you want green space close to home, look at the streets near Memorial Park on East Main Street and Stony Creek Park on East Hancock Street. Memorial Park has lighted tennis and pickleball courts, a lighted baseball field and a gazebo, and Stony Creek Park has a pond, a nature trail and a labyrinth. These neighborhoods suit families and dog owners who want to walk to a park but still be close to downtown.

Pennbrook and the South End

The southern part of Lansdale is served by SEPTA’s Pennbrook station and the Route 94 bus toward Montgomery Mall and Chestnut Hill. It is a good fit for commuters who want train access without living right on Main Street, and for buyers who want quicker trips south toward Norristown and King of Prussia. Walk the area at rush hour so you know what the train crossings and traffic look like.

Weather & Climate in Lansdale

Lansdale has a hot-summer humid continental climate with four clear seasons. Average monthly temperatures in the borough range from 30.2°F in January to 74.7°F in July. The nearest long-term official weather station is Philadelphia International Airport, about 41 miles away, where NOAA’s 1991–2020 normals (as summarized on Wikipedia) show an average January high of 41.3°F, an average July high of 87.8°F, 44.11 inches of precipitation and 23.1 inches of snow a year. Lansdale runs a little cooler than the airport, so expect a bit more snow and ice.

The best months to move are usually May, June, September and October. Summer is the busy season for families trying to settle in before school starts, so book early for a Saturday in June or July. For winter moves, clear and salt front steps and sidewalks the day before.

Things to Do in Lansdale

Railroad Plaza and the Kugel Ball

Next to the Lansdale train station, Railroad Plaza is a brick patio with benches built around a Kugel Ball, a 2,200-pound granite sphere that floats on a thin film of water so you can spin it by hand. Every June, the Kugel Ball 5K starts and finishes right at the sphere.

Memorial Park

At 300 East Main Street, Memorial Park covers 10 acres with a concrete grandstand, a lighted baseball field, lighted tennis and pickleball courts, a gazebo, footpaths and a memorial to the borough’s war veterans. The tennis court lights stay on until 10 p.m. from mid-April through December 1.

Stony Creek Park

Stony Creek Park, at 200 East Hancock Street, has 21.5 acres with a 1-acre pond, a 0.6-mile nature trail, a footpath, a labyrinth, an overlook and a tot lot. The gazebo and grilling area can be rented for parties.

Borough Pools

Lansdale Parks & Recreation runs the borough pools every summer. The 2027 season opens Memorial Day weekend, and newcomers moving in during the spring should sign up early.

Community Events

Lansdale keeps a full calendar. The borough’s event list includes First Friday, Founders Day, a Mardi Gras Parade, Cruise Night, the Under the Lights Car Show, Restaurant Week, Oktoberfest, a beer tasting festival and the Lansdale Farmers’ Market. Every September, Bike Night brings thousands of motorcyclists to town.

Where to Eat in Lansdale

Stove & Tap

At 329 West Main Street, Stove & Tap is open daily with an ever-changing menu built on fresh, local ingredients. It hosts live music, runs a Sunday brunch and handles private parties, which makes it an easy pick for a housewarming dinner.

Well Crafted Beer Company

Well Crafted’s Lansdale taproom is at 310 Madison Street, a short walk from Main Street. It pours the brewery’s own beers and hosts events and local musicians.

Lansdale Tavern

A locally owned family restaurant and bar at 839 West Main Street with indoor and outdoor seating, daily food and drink specials, trivia on Monday nights and music bingo once a month. Kids eat half off on Sundays with a kids’ menu order.

Jobs & Economy

Lansdale is a commuter town at heart. Many residents ride SEPTA’s Lansdale/Doylestown Line into Philadelphia every day, and the nearby Turnpike Northeast Extension puts employers in King of Prussia, Norristown, Doylestown and the Lehigh Valley within reach. The borough’s average commute is 25.4 minutes.

Close to home, Lansdale is the headquarters of the Pennsylvania Northeastern Railroad, a short-line freight railroad, and the borough runs its own electric utility, Lansdale Electric. The North Penn School District, headquartered on East Hancock Street, serves more than 12,000 students across the valley. Main Street’s restaurants, shops and service businesses fill out the local economy. Lansdale’s median household income is $88,229 (ACS 2020–2024), above the Pennsylvania median of $77,971.

Schools in Lansdale

Lansdale is part of the North Penn School District, which served 12,783 students in the 2021–2022 school year across a 42-square-mile area. The district runs thirteen elementary schools, three middle schools, an alternative school and North Penn High School, which is in neighboring Towamencin Township. Elementary schools serving Lansdale include Gwynedd Square, Knapp, Oak Park, Inglewood, Walton Farm and York Avenue, and Penndale Middle School also serves the area. Confirm your exact school assignment with the district before you buy, since boundaries do not follow borough lines.

Private options in and around Lansdale include Mater Dei Catholic School, Lansdale Catholic High School, Calvary Baptist School (pre-K through 12th grade) and Dock Mennonite Academy in Towamencin Township.

Lansdale Quick Facts

Type	Borough (incorporated 1872)
County	Montgomery County
ZIP code	19446
Area codes	215, 267 and 445
Population	18,773 (2020 Census); 18,986 (July 2025 estimate)
Land area	2.99 square miles
Nearest major airport	Philadelphia International (PHL), about 41 miles
Transit	SEPTA Lansdale/Doylestown Line (Lansdale, Pennbrook, 9th Street); bus routes 94, 96, 132
Main roads	PA 63 (Main Street), Broad Street, PA 363; I-476 Lansdale interchange nearby
Public schools	North Penn School District
Electric	Lansdale Electric (borough-owned)

Moving to Lansdale: Tips From Our Crew

Set up your electric with the borough. Lansdale runs its own electric utility. You can start or stop service online through the borough website or in person at Borough Hall, One Vine Street, Suite 201. Do it a week before move day so the lights are on when the truck arrives.
Plan around the train crossings. The rail line runs right through the middle of town, and a train at the wrong moment can hold up a 26-foot truck. We plan our route and arrival time so we are not waiting at a crossing with the crew on the clock.
Save curb space on older blocks. Many Lansdale homes sit close together with parking on the street. Ask neighbors to leave room the night before, and tell us about alleys, shared driveways or corner-lot access when you book.
Check the event calendar. First Friday, the Mardi Gras Parade, Bike Night and other borough events can close or crowd Main Street. If you live downtown, pick a date that does not overlap.
Measure the stairs and doors. Older twins in Lansdale often have narrow stairways, tight turns and small basement doors. Measure sofas, box springs and dressers before move day, and ask us about disassembly for oversized pieces.
Get your COI early for apartment buildings. Larger apartment buildings often ask for a certificate of insurance and a reserved elevator or loading time. We provide COIs free, so send us the building’s requirements a few days ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Lansdale

How much does it cost to hire movers in Lansdale?

The price depends on how much you are moving, the distance, stairs, parking and whether you want packing. A one-bedroom near the train is a very different job than a four-bedroom single in the township next door. The fastest way to get a real number is a free quote. Call our Tri-State team at 410-499-8777, and an owner will call you back within 15 minutes between 8am and 8pm.

Is Lansdale a good place to live?

For a lot of people, yes. You get three SEPTA stations, a walkable Main Street, 21 borough parks and the North Penn School District, at a median home value well below the Montgomery County median. The trade-offs are older housing, street parking on many blocks and a competitive market where homes often sell above list price.

How long is the train ride from Lansdale to Philadelphia?

Travel time depends on the train and the time of day, so check SEPTA’s current Lansdale/Doylestown Line schedule. By car, Center City is about 24.4 miles from downtown Lansdale, or roughly 44 minutes without traffic. Rush-hour driving takes longer, which is why so many residents take the train.

Who provides electricity in Lansdale?

The borough does. Lansdale Electric is run by Lansdale Borough, and you start or stop service through the borough’s customer service department, online or at Borough Hall. Add it to your moving checklist along with water, internet and your address change.

Can you move us from Lansdale to another state?

Yes. For long-distance moves, you get a binding estimate, so the price never changes after booking, plus your own dedicated truck, the same W-2 crew from door to door and a guaranteed delivery date. Our Lansdale moving crew handles both local and out-of-state jobs.

Move to Lansdale With A & M Friendly Movers

A & M Friendly Movers has been family-owned since 2015, run by owners Matthew Treharn and Amber Hallaman. Our crews are background-checked, drug-tested W-2 employees, never subcontractors. With our Owner’s Promise, you talk to an owner, not a call center. If anything is damaged, an owner calls you the same day, and claims are resolved in 60 to 90 days. We handle local moves, packing and unpacking, storage, office moves and junk removal. Military families get 5% off, and there is never a rescheduling fee.

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