The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 18969 sells for about $458,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 10 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,458 a month.
ZIP 18969 — Telford
The 18969 housing market remains a competitive seller's market, characterized by low inventory and steady price appreciation. Demand is driven by families attracted to the area's school district and suburban quality of life, though high interest rates continue to temper transaction volume.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to quality schools and a manageable commute to major employment centers in the Philadelphia suburbs.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 10 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 101.4% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · 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 5.4%/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
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 18969
Crime rates in the Telford area remain low relative to the broader Philadelphia metropolitan region, with property crime being the primary reported concern.
The area is served by the Souderton Area School District, which is generally regarded for its strong academic performance and extracurricular programming.
The region faces moderate risks from localized flooding near the Perkiomen Creek watershed and standard wind-related storm damage, with insurance premiums trending upward due to regional climate adjustments.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Montgomery County employment corridor and ongoing residential infill development, supported by regional infrastructure improvements.
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-309 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike toward employment hubs in Montgomery County and Philadelphia, with limited public transit options.
The area features access to the Indian Valley Public Library, local community parks, and proximity to the Perkiomen Trail for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, driven by demand from commuters and families seeking suburban housing, with rents showing a consistent upward trajectory.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services, with significant employment provided by regional firms in the Indian Valley area.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles via PA-309; public transit is limited to regional bus connections.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and the preservation of historic borough character.
Montgomery County utilizes a county-wide assessment system with periodic reassessments to maintain tax equity.
Parcels are subject to Souderton Area School District taxes and local municipal levies.
Property insurance market is stable but experiencing premium increases consistent with regional trends in Pennsylvania.
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.
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom4.419.8 mi
- Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park4.516.5 mi
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia4.314.8 mi
- Kids Castle Central Park4.812.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Plymouth Meeting414.8 mi
- Peddler's Village4.718.2 mi
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center & Fairgrounds4.414.1 mi
- Topgolf King of Prussia3.815.6 mi
- Bear Creek Mountain Resort4.517.1 mi
- Elmwood Park Zoo4.512.9 mi
- Elmwood Park Zoo4.512.9 mi
- Pennhurst Asylum4.512.9 mi
- Spring Mountain Adventures4.25 mi
- Kids Castle Central Park4.812.8 mi
- Peace Valley Park4.89.7 mi
- Peddler's Village4.718.2 mi
- Valley Forge National Historical Park4.815.6 mi
- Fonthill Castle4.813.3 mi
- Mercer Museum4.813.1 mi
- The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa4.810.4 mi
- Kids Castle Central Park4.812.8 mi
- Peace Valley Park4.89.7 mi
- Nockamixon State Park4.711.9 mi
- Hickory Valley Golf Club3.610.5 mi
- Turtle Creek Golf Course4.39.9 mi
- Highway Marine4.610.3 mi
- Jeffersonville Golf Club4.312.5 mi
- Bella Vista Golf Course4.310.1 mi
- Hickory Valley Golf Club3.610.5 mi
- Turtle Creek Golf Course4.39.9 mi
- Skippack Golf Club At Evansburg State Park4.37.6 mi
- Philadelphia Premium Outlets4.511.9 mi
- Quakertown Farmers Market and Flea Market4.38.3 mi
- Montgomery Mall49 mi
- Kohl's4.311.4 mi
- Marshalls & HomeGoods4.412.8 mi
- Lehigh Valley International Airport4.523.3 mi
- Trenton-Mercer Airport3.929.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Serves as a central hub for local educational and community events.
A major regional trail system providing extensive walking and biking opportunities.
Features sports fields and playgrounds serving local families.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).