Bowling Green — Neighborhood Guide
Nether Providence Township (Media/Wallingford), Delaware County, PA 19063
A short video about Bowling Green in Nether Providence Township is coming soon—
in the meantime, use this guide to explore the homes, location, and what to know before you buy or sell.
Living in Bowling Green
Bowling Green is an established single-family neighborhood in Nether Providence Township, commonly associated with
Wallingford but served by a Media, PA 19063 mailing address. The community is set along quiet local streets such as
Luckie Lane, Mulberry Lane, Quaint Road, Surrey Road, Truepenny Road, Twyckenham Road, and Winding Lane, with mature
trees, sidewalks, and homes that sit on comfortably sized lots.
Developed primarily in the 1920s and 1930s with additional homes added over the mid-20th century, Bowling Green offers
a mix of handsome stone and brick colonials, Tudor-style homes, cottages, and some ranches. Residents enjoy a
neighborhood setting that feels tucked away while still being close to the trolley, regional rail, local shopping, and
downtown Media’s restaurants and events.
Quick Facts — Bowling Green
Municipality: Nether Providence Township (Media/Wallingford), PA 19063
Community Type: Detached single-family homes with sidewalks
Primary Streets: Luckie, Mulberry, Quaint, Surrey, Truepenny, Twyckenham, Winding
Approx. Era Built: Mainly 1920s–1930s with mid-century additions
Typical Home Size: ~1,900–3,500+ sq ft (varies)
Typical Layout: 3–4 BR, 2–3.5 BA, basement, driveway (many with garages)
Exact square footage, bedroom/bath counts, and lot sizes vary from home to home. Buyers should confirm details for any
specific property using current listing information, public records, and inspections.
Homes & Housing Styles
Bowling Green is best known for its early 20th-century architecture. Many homes are stone or brick colonials and
Tudor-style residences with classic details, while others are Cape Cods, cottages, or later ranch homes. Interior
layouts commonly include three or four bedrooms, multiple baths, a traditional foyer, separate living and dining
rooms, and a family room or den, often with a fireplace.
Public sales data shows finished living areas typically in the upper-1,000s to mid-3,000s square feet, with many
properties featuring basements (sometimes finished) and outdoor spaces such as patios or decks. Lot sizes in online
records often range from about a quarter-acre to around a half-acre or slightly more, contributing to the neighborhood’s
green, established feel.
Because homes were built over several decades and have seen different levels of renovation, it is important to compare
recent sales for homes of similar age, size, and condition when assessing value in Bowling Green.
Neighborhood Feel, Amenities & Lifestyle
Bowling Green is often described as a charming enclave with mature trees, sidewalks, and a mix of home styles. It is
noted as one of the few Wallingford-area neighborhoods with continuous sidewalks, which makes everyday walking, jogging,
or stroller walks more convenient than in many nearby streets that do not have them.
There is no widely documented clubhouse, pool, or centralized HOA amenity for Bowling Green. Instead, residents rely on
the broader area’s parks, playgrounds, and community programs in Nether Providence Township, along with the shops,
restaurants, and events in nearby Media and Swarthmore. Local agents also highlight the neighborhood’s proximity to
grocery stores and shopping centers that are within a short drive or walk, depending on the home’s exact location.
Any neighborhood guidelines, if present, are typically handled through township codes and individual deed restrictions,
so buyers should review title work and municipal information as part of their due diligence.
Location, Transit & Surrounding Area
Bowling Green sits along the SEPTA Route 101 trolley line, with service into downtown Media along State Street and
toward Springfield Mall and the 69th Street Transportation Center in the other direction. The Wallingford station on
the Media/Wawa Regional Rail line is only a short drive away, providing train access toward Center City Philadelphia.
By car, residents are close to U.S. Route 1, which connects quickly to I-476 (the Blue Route) and I-95. Philadelphia
International Airport is roughly 10 miles away, with Center City Philadelphia just beyond, while neighboring towns such
as Media, Swarthmore, and Rose Valley provide additional shopping, dining, parks, and cultural options.
The combination of an established neighborhood fabric, sidewalks, and multiple transit choices makes Bowling Green a
good reference point for buyers comparing Nether Providence, Media, and Swarthmore-area communities.
School District & Taxes
Most of Bowling Green lies within the Wallingford–Swarthmore School District. A small number of homes on Bent Road
fall in Upper Providence Township and are served by the Rose Tree Media School District. Because district boundaries
and assignments can change, buyers should verify current school assignments for any specific property directly with the
appropriate district before making decisions based on schools.
Property taxes depend on each home’s assessed value and the current tax rates for Delaware County, Nether
Providence Township (or Upper Providence, for a few properties), and the applicable school district. For planning
purposes, your lender, tax professional, or local government sources can provide up-to-date estimates tied to your
situation.
Market Snapshot & Next Steps
As an older, established neighborhood with a relatively small number of homes, Bowling Green can see limited
inventory at any given time. A single new listing or recent sale may shift the apparent averages, and broad online
statistics for Media or Nether Providence may not capture the nuances of this specific enclave.
To understand current conditions, it’s important to focus on recent comparable sales and active listings within
Bowling Green and nearby, adjusting for square footage, lot size, age, and level of renovation. That is especially
true here, where homes range from 1920s stone colonials to mid-century ranches and updated cottages.
If you’re considering a move in or out of Bowling Green, The Cyr Team can prepare a custom pricing and timing
plan based on your goals and how your home compares to other options in Nether Providence, Media, and the surrounding
Delaware County market.
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