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Moving to Downingtown, PA
$634,500Median list
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About Downingtown
Downingtown is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, about 29 miles northwest of Center City Philadelphia. The population was 7,898 at the 2020 census. Profile data read September 25, 2026.
Home prices in Downingtown
The median list in Downingtown is $634,500.
Top places in Downingtown
- East Lancaster Avenue Historic District.
- Downingtown Log House.
- General Washington Inn.
- Roger Hunt Mill.
Commuting from Downingtown
- SEPTA Regional Rail Paoli/Thorndale Line; Downingtown station serves the town (per Wikipedia, read September 25, 2026).
- Typical weekday ride to Center City: approximately 65 minutes (approximate; varies by train and stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to Center City Philadelphia: ~70 minutes (approximate; varies with traffic).
Schools in Downingtown
Public schools: Downingtown Area School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Downingtown FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Downingtown, PA?
The median list in Downingtown is $634,500. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Downingtown, PA?
SEPTA Regional Rail Paoli/Thorndale Line; Downingtown station serves the town (per Wikipedia, read September 25, 2026). - Which school district serves Downingtown, PA?
Downingtown is served by Downingtown Area School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.