Take a Look at Northern Philadelphia Suburbs... Abington and Cheltenham Townships

Both Abington and Cheltenham Townships are located directly north of Philadelphia. It offers easy access into Philadelphia by roadway, train, or bus.

Abington Township is primarily a residential area continuing to move forward. It has a wide variety of exceptional single family homes, condos, and apartments. There are many recreation programs, parks, and nature areas. It is a Blue Ribbon Award winning school district.

Population: 56,322
Size: 15 Square miles.
Township office: 1176 Old York Road; 215-884-5000.
Government: Commissioners.
Tax rate: 21.739
School District: 970 Highland Avenue; 215-215-884-4700.
Free Library: 1030 Old York Road, Abington.
Shopping: Willow Grove Park Mall and local.

Cheltenham Township is a mostly developed community, convenient to Philadelphia. It is an area where the citizens are proud of their community and its appearance. There is plentiful recreation and some historical sites.

Population: 34,923
Size: 8.73 square miles.
Township office: 8230 Old York Road; 215-887-1000.
Government: Commissioners.
Tax rate: 25.558
School District: 1000 Ashbourne Road; 215-881-6300.
Free Library: Keswick Avenue and Waverly Road, Glenside.
Shopping: Cheltenham Square Mall and local.

Please take some time to learn more about Philadelphia the this area by looking at some of the websites provided for you here:

• Philadelphia Online

• Philadelphia Inquirer

• Philadelphia Magazine

• Philadelphia Visitors Bureau

• Philadelphia City Hall

• Abington Township

• Abington School District

• Cheltenham Township

• Cheltenham School District

• The Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce