Living In Lansdale, Pennsylvania

Immerse yourself in the bustling community of Lansdale, Pennsylvania and you’ll understand why homebuyers flock to this thriving Philadelphia suburb full of picturesque neighborhoods. Located in beautiful Montgomery County, Lansdale continues to be a community on the rise while remaining close-knit, making it ideal for young professionals and families alike. Lansdale is rich in arts and culture with a strong educational system and numerous points of historical interest.

Brief History Of Lansdale

The earliest known settlers of Lansdale were members of the Jenkins family. The Jenkins Homestead is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains Lansdale’s historic epicenter, allowing visitors a peak into the borough’s past. With the North Pennsylvania Railroad’s arrival in 1850, Lansdale rapidly grew and expanded from it largely agricultural roots. Lansdale Borough was officially incorporated in 1872 and was named after the chief surveyor of the railroad, Phillip Lansdale Fox.

Social & Cultural Entertainment

When it comes to a night out or a fun-filled weekend, Lansdale offers more than enough choices for its residents to consider. Countless restaurants, local breweries, distilleries, coffee shops, shopping boutiques, live music venues, and more can be found throughout the streets of this walkable downtown scene. Lansdale also hosts some of the largest festivals in Montgomery County with numerous annual festivals and events that always draw a crowd, such as the Festival of the Arts each August in Memorial Park. This event showcases artists and crafters, jazz and chamber musicians, and booths offering tasty treats. Lansdale is also noted for its “Founder’s Day” celebration, a community-wide celebration which features a vintage car parade, an array of family entertainment and a firework spectacular as the grand finale.

Outdoor Recreation

Lansdale also boasts 21 parks that cover more than 170 acres and provides year-round recreational opportunities for the whole family. This includes two community swimming pools, trails for hiking and biking, tennis and basketball courts, and football and soccer fields. Stony Creek Park is notable for its labyrinth in the summer and ice skating in the winter and the outdoor amphitheater at White’s Road Park makes it a popular summertime venue with concerts and various performances throughout the season.

Commuter Convenience

When the mood to explore further strikes, Lansdale’s convenient Montgomery County location allows you to get where you’re going quickly and efficiently. Easy access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Routes 309, 63, and the Septa Lansdale train station allow you to explore all that Montgomery County and the surrounding area has to offer. For daily commuters of weekend adventurers, the excitement of downtown Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs is only a short drive or train ride away.

W.B. Homes in Lansdale, Pennsylvania

The location you choose for your brand-new home is just as important as the home itself. The experienced team at W.B. Homes has been building new construction neighborhoods and high-quality homes throughout Bucks and Montgomery Counties for over 30 years. Contact us at 215-800-3075 to learn more about our charming Lansdale neighborhood today.