Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, Delaware County, PA
Nether Providence
Performance Tier
Average
Median Sold
$625,000
Avg. Appreciation
111%
Avg. $ Gain
$338,150
2025 Sales
6
Low Activity
Compared to the Wallingford-Swarthmore district average, Nether Providence is
outperforming by 5%.
Based on closed sales across 4 counties.
About
Nether Providence Township is a 4.6-square-mile first-class township in central Delaware County, approximately 13 miles southwest of Philadelphia, formally established in 1687 and now home to nearly 14,500 residents. The township transitioned through four documented phases — farming, manufacturing, resort destination, and finally residential community — leaving a housing stock anchored in mid-century construction, with an public records-derived average year built of 1956. Four of the five schools in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District are located within the township’s boundaries, and Strath Haven High School has received two U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence designations.
Specifications
Location Anchors
What Makes This Distinct
Because Nether Providence Township was effectively built out by the late 20th century — with remaining open land acquired by the municipality for parks and recreational use — new inventory is structurally constrained, making resale the dominant transaction type and limiting supply-side pressure on pricing.
For Buyers & Sellers
If You’re Buying
$625k median price point. historically strong appreciation. move fast – homes go quickly.
If You’re Selling
Strong appreciation – sellers gained $338k on average. properties doubled in value (111% gain). homes selling quickly (quickly). median sale price $625k.
School District
Nether Providence is served by the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Buyers should verify current school assignments directly with the district.
View Wallingford-Swarthmore School District Information
Sources Consulted
Closed sales data · netherprovidence.org · en.wikipedia.org · livingplaces.com · homes.com · wssd.org · en.nearbywiki.org · findingaids.library.upenn.edu · schusterlaw.com
Data refreshed: April 25, 2026 (median sold, appreciation, performance tiers, narratives) · Content reviewed: April 25, 2026 (overview, structural insight)
The Cyr Team · neighborhood sales data · 4 counties