Morton Apartments and Rentals

The borough of Morton is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, approximately nine miles west of Philadelphia. The borough sits in Delaware County but is considered part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Morton apartments for rent offer excellent options to join more than 2,600 people living across 0.36 square miles of land.

Morton provides residents with a prime location, with easy access to major roads such as Blue Route and Delaware Expressway. Philadelphia International Airport is roughly 15 minutes away by car.

Morton is known as one of the oldest communities in Delaware County, as it is believed to be part of a land grant in 1636. John Morton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is known to have been the original surveyor of the land.

There are numerous things that make Morton a great place to live. According to City Town Info, roughly 45 percent of adults in Morton are married, and more people can be found in single-person households than in most towns. The community is known for its diverse population, as more than 30 percent of residents are non-white. There are a wide variety of housing options available in Morton, including studio and one-bedroom apartments and newly constructed townhouses. Roughly 86 percent of Morton commuters report driving to work.

Due to the borough's close proximity to Philadelphia, residents of Morton apartments have all the thrills of the bustling city at their disposal. Interestingly enough, Morton is known for its high number of ghost sightings, which attract many people interested in the paranormal.

Popular nearby attractions include the National Museum of American Jewish History, Brandywine River Museum, Delaware Toy & Miniature Museum, and Focus on Nature Tours. Focus on Nature Tours take guests on scenic nature tours for prime bird watching.

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