The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19018 sells for about $275,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,600 a month.
ZIP 19018 — Clifton Heights
The 19018 housing market remains stable with a median listing price of $275,000 and consistent demand for entry-level housing. Market activity is driven by its affordability relative to the broader Philadelphia metro area, though inventory remains constrained. Note that specific figures for months of supply and price-cut percentages are based on current portal estimates and may fluctuate.
This ZIP is well-suited for commuters to Philadelphia, first-time homebuyers seeking affordability, and investors looking for stable cash-flow properties.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.0% · poverty 11.0% — 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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19018, Delaware County PA
The area is served by local public school districts including Upper Darby and Penn-Delco, with performance ratings varying by specific school.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and storm risks associated with the Darby Creek watershed.
The area maintains a stable residential character with proximity to Philadelphia employment hubs, though major new commercial development is limited.
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 benefit from proximity to Philadelphia, with access via local roads and regional transit options, resulting in a mean commute time of approximately 32 minutes.
The area features local parks and green spaces along Darby Creek, with proximity to regional shopping and dining districts in neighboring Delaware County communities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for multi-family and single-family rentals, with a landlord-friendly regulatory environment.
The local economy is integrated into the broader Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, with a mix of service, retail, and healthcare employment.
The area is served by local road networks and regional transit connections, facilitating access to Philadelphia.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and small-scale commercial improvements.
Delaware County utilizes a county-wide assessment system for property tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and school district tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard risk assessments for the Philadelphia metro area.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and GreatData.com.
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.
Provides local green space and recreational corridors.
Primary commercial corridor featuring local businesses and services.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).