Delaware River Valley
Yardley PA Real Estate, Bucks County, Hellertown, Pennsylvania
Yardley is a small suburban town located along the banks of the Delaware River in beautiful Bucks County near Hellertown in the Pennsylvania Lehigh Valley.
Featuring a serene community atmosphere, Yardley is also within a convenient commute -- either by car or train -- to substantially larger cities. World-class dining, shopping and entertainment in cities like Philadelphia and New York City are just a train ride away. Princeton and Trenton, New Jersey are also nearby.
The prevailing style of Yardley and Hellertown Pennsylvania real estate brings to mind an era gone by.
The majority of Hellertown, PA homes for sale are Colonial in style—either renovated historical real estate properties or more contemporary renditions.
From unique stone Colonials homes to Dutch Colonials to Dover Colonials and more, Yardley’s neighborhoods are a mix of historic homes and more recent suburban-style dwellings.
Yardley, Pennsylvania real estate – including some current listings offered by Kurfiss -- also includes many restored and remodeled Bucks County farmhouses. In addition, current homes for sale in Yardley, PA include Cape Cod homes, ranch-style houses and contemporary abodes, as well as a number of modern townhouses and condos.
As for recreation in and around Yardley and Hellertown, the very historic Washington Crossing Park is five minutes away and the Delaware River and Canal flow along the edge of town, making real estate in Yardley, Pennsylvania extremely desirable.
The canal towpath – once a working mule-drawn barge system -- is a perfect place for jogging, walking or taking a bicycle ride. In addition, in the heart of downtown Yardley there’s Lake Afton, a popular spot that attracts people year-round. Locals enjoy fishing during the warm-weather months and ice-skating in the winter.The Yardley Country Club, which offers memberships to the public, is just a few minutes outside of town and offers golf and fine dining.
The community of Yardley, Pennsylvania is also full of restored historic sites. The Grist Mill -- once the sorghum and meal supplier for thousands of Civil War Union soldiers -- is now home to a number of charming shops. Next door is Cramer’s Bakery, a local favorite for donuts and other cakes, and just a few blocks toward the Delaware River is the Yardley Inn, a restaurant known for its fine menu.
Yardley’s business district features all the types of stores and shops one needs, from a local drycleaner to pizza shops to upscale hair salons and spas. The Yardley Business Directory provides a more comprehensive look at what’s available in town.
With proximity to large cities and natural areas and as part of a community with a low crime rate and access to good public schools, Yardley, PA real estate encompasses some of the best features of suburban living.
