THE GUIDE TO LIVING

The Guide to Living on Philadelphia’s Main Line

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THE GUIDE TO LIVING ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE

The History of Philadelphia’s Main Line

Established in 1682 by William Penn, Bucks County, Pennsylvania occupies a distinctive place in American history and in the contemporary landscape of refined suburban-rural living.

THE HOMES COLLECTION

The Homes of Philadelphia’s Main Line

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THE GUIDE TO LIVING ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Explore common questions about life on Philadelphia’s Main Line, including the best, neighborhoods, restaurants, and more.

IS PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE A GOOD PLACE TO LIVE?

Philadelphia’s Main Line is generally considered one of the best places to live in the United States.

HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE?

According to the 2020 Census data, Bucks County, Pennsylvania has a population of 646,056 people, including a median age of 44 and a median household income of $64,479.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUY A HOME ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE?

The median sale price for a home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is $379,000, which is just above the national average of $308,980. Of course, depending on location, homes prices can vary. Ready to buy the home of your dreams? Browse homes for sale on Philadelphia’s Main Line presented by Sotheby’s International Realty.

WHAT ARE THE BEST CITIES AND TOWNS ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE?

Whether you are looking for a large urban environment or a charming small town, Pennsylvania has something for everyone.

WHAT ARE THE BEST RESTAURANTS ON PHILADELPHIA’S MAIN LINE?

Bucks County, Pennsylvania is home to a number of great restaurants, including:

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A COUNTY, A TOWNSHIP, AND A BOROUGH IN BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA?

Bucks County, Pennsylvania includes 31 townships and 23 boroughs. Generally, boroughs are smaller and more densely populated localities that exist within larger townships. As an example, the town of New Hope, Pennsylvania is a borough located in Solebury Township (which lies within Bucks County).

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Find a Trusted Design Professional on Philadelphia’s Main Line

Explore a curate collection of the very best Residential Architects, Custom Home Builders, Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects on Philadelphia’s Main Line, including members of our Partner Network

Bucks County Estate of Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Image courtesy of Angle Eye Photography.

VILLANOVA, PENNSYLVANIA

Janiczek Homes

Janiczek Homes is a Custom Home Builder in Villanova, Pennsylvania

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Bucks County Estate of Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Image courtesy of Angle Eye Photography.

VILLANOVA, PENNSYLVANIA

F.L. Bissinger Architects

F.L. Bissinger Architects is a Residential Architecture Firm in Villanova, Pennsylvania

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Bucks County Estate of Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Image courtesy of Angle Eye Photography.

SAINT DAVIDS, PENNSYLVANIA

Hart & Associates Staging and Design

Hart & Associates Staging and Design is an Interior Design Firm in Saint Davids, Pennsylvania

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