
Neighborhood: 19029
- Commuter FriendlyStreamlined routes and connections make daily commuting simple.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Outdoor ActivitiesAmple parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.
Essington (19029) sits along the Delaware River just southwest of Philadelphia, with a small-town, family- and pet-friendly feel and easy airport-and-highway access. Residents enjoy four true seasons, river breezes in summer, and leafy streets near Governor Printz Park, the historic Lazaretto, and trailheads at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge for birding, biking, and peaceful walks. The vibe is relaxed and practical—lots of longtime locals, boaters, and airport commuters—yet close to city energy when you want it. Day-to-day errands are simple: ShopRite in nearby Eddystone, ACME in Folsom, Wawa and Dunkin for coffee, casual riverfront spots like The Deck at Harbor Pointe, plus pubs and pizza along Wanamaker Avenue and Industrial Highway; bigger runs are a short hop to Springfield Mall and MacDade Boulevard’s stores. Fitness options include nearby Planet Fitness and outdoor workouts on the refuge trails. Per Zillow’s Rental Market Trends, recent median rent in 19029 has been steady with a typical range across unit sizes.
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Nearby schools in Essington
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- 4/10Leedom El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Tinicum SchoolGrades: 1-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Norwood SchoolGrades: 1-8Distance: 1.3 mi
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Powhattan Apartments has a walk score of 45, it's car-dependent.
The schools assigned to Powhattan Apartments include Leedom El School, Tinicum School, and Norwood School.
Powhattan Apartments is in the 19029 neighborhood in Essington, PA.
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