Nearby neighborhoods: Wyncote, Jenkintown, Ardley, Roslyn, Abington, North Hills, Cheltenham Township
County: Montgomery County
Known for: Named one of the best places to live in PA by Niche. It boasts a cute main drag with coffee shops and restaurants. The Keswick Theatre which hosts acts from around the world is on of the towns well known landmarks.

Glenside is a Philadelphia suburb with welcoming residents. You’ll find an entire range of architecture from cute as a button bungalows, twins with big yards, and grand homes with classic features. The easy-to-park center of town makes it a place you’ll frequent often. Lining the streets are quaint coffee shops and restaurants, as well as locally-owned small businesses where the regulars run errands. From spring to fall, you’ll find the Glenside Farmers Market in full swing set up near the Glenside train station.

Warminster, and Doylestown Regional rail lines not only provide an easy commute into the city (it’s one of the busiest in the SEPTA system!), it also splits the town of Glenside into two townships. South of the train tracks is located in Cheltenham Township and north of the tracks is located in Abington Township. This is key when looking up real estate taxes and schools.

Residents can find answers to everyday living questions such as permit parking, resident services such as leaf pick up, and community pool access via the Cheltenham Township or Abington Township websites. Both sites have packed a to-do calendar of events as well.

Along your travels about town, you may pass a striking castle. That’s when you’ll know you’ve arrived at the Arcadia University campus. Located on a beautiful campus that features Grey Towers Castle, the university is a quick 10 min bike ride from town. Downtown is the perfect backdrop for many town events. The Arts Fest, and Music Festival-sponsored by The Royal, Knight Food Truck Festivals, and the Winter Local Shop. You can find out the where and when’s from the Downtown Glenside Foundation.

BLOGS ABOUT THE SUBURBS

Real Estate Market Update: Philly and Suburbs

March 2024 - We've combined statistics from the past few months and our experience working with clients to give you a market update for the city and the suburbs.

Stars of the Main Line: Ardmore, Bryn Mawr and Wayne

We toured the stars of the Main Line; Ardmore, Bryn Mawr and Wayne PA. Come along and visit some of our favorite places in the quaint downtowns of these charming suburbs.

Burbs Nearby | Glenside

Bordering the northwest neighborhoods of Philadelphia, and only 6 miles from Center City, you will find the town of Glenside, PA. Essentially split in half by the regional rail train tracks, the section south of the train tracks is located in Cheltenham township, and north of the train tracks is located in Abington Township.

Burbs Nearby | Narberth

Welcome to Narberth! A quaint town on the Main Line that is often praised for its walkability. We love it for its year round festivals, insanely delicious french pastries (more on that below), and its central location to many other hot spots on the Main Line.

School Guide for Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks, and Chester Counties

Looking for homes in the Philly suburbs and want to know your school options? This guide gives an overview of your options, and includes an interactive school district map for Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties, resources for private school, and homeschooling information.

Burbs Nearby | Bala Cynwyd

Homes in the burbs provide more space, are built for growing families and host some of the most outstanding school districts in PA and nationally. We took a tour of one such town, welcome to Bala Cynwyd!

Walking Tour | Media in Delaware County, PA

Two of our PHG agents grew up in Media, PA. We asked them to take us around town and share some of the fond memories they have about this family-friendly suburb. Take a stroll with us down State Street and find out why this is “Everybody’s home town”.

Philly Area Day Trip: Tubing on the River

If you are looking to pass the hot summer days in style, pack your cooler, grab your tube and hit the Philly area rivers for a day of relaxing fun. Check out our suggested routes and must-have list on what to pack.

Philly Suburbs for City Lovers (PA Edition)

Many clients feel like they are giving up their entire city lifestyle when they move to the Philly suburbs, but you don’t have to. These PA suburbs with dowtowns are full of independent businesses, theaters and museums, farmers markets, and vintage shops. You just have to know where to look.

Anna Welsh: littlebags by Anna

Anna Welsh is a Philadelphia entrepreneur that grew her passion for sewing into a sustainable handmade bag company, littlebags by Anna. Oh, did we mention she started this biz at 12?!

PHG Explores Greater Philadelphia: Lansdowne

With the official name dating back to the 1700s, Lansdowne is a great location for families and young professionals with plenty of activities for people of all ages to enjoy.

Featured Homestories Nearby

Caitlin and George: Renovated With Love

Meet Caitlin and George, two DIY’ers that took on the renovation of this gorgeous home. The work is complete and memories have been made. They’re now lovingly passing it on to the next owners who will call it home.

At Home With... Laura and Peter

Laura and Peter purchased their home as a new build about a year ago. We visited them in nearby Lower Gwynedd to see how they have settled in. This sweet family is enjoying the space in their new home, the green gardens out back and all the town has to offer!

At Home With...Shana and Scott

With a central location that is walkable in all directions, it is no wonder that Shana and Scott found a little slice of paradise among the streets of Rittenhouse. They invited us inside their home that was built in the 1800s, just in time for the magnolia tree to be in full bloom!

Ruth: Dream Location

I've always believed that one's home should rise to greet them when you walk through the door. It should be a place of peace, a sanctuary, a getaway, a secret lover of sorts.

Kayla & Jeff: Outdoor Adventurers

Per Kayla in her easy British accent chock full of slang, “We love our block cos it's the sweet spot! Easy parking with no neighbors opposite. Effortless dog walking at the track. Adelaide learned to scoot there too.”