
Neighborhood: Somerton
- Family VibesWarm atmosphere with family-friendly amenities and safe, welcoming streets.Suburban CalmSerene suburban setting with space, comfort, and community charm.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Highway AccessQuick highway connections for seamless travel and regional access.
Anchored by Somerton and Bustleton in Philadelphia's Far Northeast, 19116 blends suburban calm with city convenience along the Bucks County line. You'll find quiet, tree-lined streets, garden-style apartments, and a four-season climate with humid summers and brisk, occasionally snowy winters. Daily errands are easy at Red Lion Plaza and Somerton Shopping Center, with grocery options like Giant, Aldi, and NetCost Market; coffee comes from Starbucks and neighborhood bakeries, and the dining scene leans Eastern European alongside pho and sushi. Green escapes include the Pennypack Park and Poquessing Creek trails, and workouts are covered by Planet Fitness and local studios. Commuters appreciate Somerton Station (SEPTA Regional Rail), buses along Bustleton and Roosevelt, and fast links to US-1, I-95, and the PA Turnpike. The vibe is friendly, family-oriented, and pet-welcome, with low-key pubs and BYOBs over late-night clubs. According to Zillow Market Trends, recent median asking rent hovers in the upper-$1,600s, with most listings ranging from the mid-$1,300s to low-$2,300s.
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Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Near Lion's Gate Apartments
- Fat Jack's BBQ, a Philadelphia area favorite for traditional barbecue items, such as pulled brisket, pork and ribs with picnic table seating, is less than a 5-minute drive.
- Benjamin Rush State Park, the only state park within Philadelphia city limits where you'll find a large community garden, open meadows and ample trails, is less than a 10-minute drive.
- Olive Lucy Gourmet Food Store, an intimate market specializing in a variety of specialty and imported oil and vinegar products as well as gift baskets, is just over a 5-minute drive.
- Benny the Bum's, a tavern, featuring a quirky style, a large selection of beer and menu items, including lobster, crab and other seafood options, is less than a 5-minute walk.
Nearby schools in Philadelphia
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Loesche William H SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10C.C.A. Baldi Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Washington George High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
Lion's Gate Apartments has a walk score of 69, it's somewhat walkable.
Lion's Gate Apartments has a transit score of 47, it has some transit.
The schools assigned to Lion's Gate Apartments include Loesche William H School, C.C.A. Baldi Middle School, and Washington George High School.
Lion's Gate Apartments is in the Somerton neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA.
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