Royersford Apartments and Rentals

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Royersford, Pa., was 4,752 in 2010. This borough is located about 30 miles northwest of Philadelphia, and offers a pleasant lifestyle and a fun yet family-friendly way of life. The easy lifestyle offered in the area will undoubtedly attract those searching for Royersford apartments for rent: The population of the borough increased by almost 12 percent between 2000 and 2010.

Incorporated in 1879, Royersford offers a quaint downtown, winding neighborhoods and a peaceful way of life. After it was first settled, Royersford grew into a regional farming community. However, because of rail presence and an increasing population, Royersford grew ripe for industry. Eventually the borough became a small iron and manufacturing center for regional industries. After World War II, Royersford transformed from a sleepy industrial town to a suburban area. Royersford continues to thrive in the same way to this day.

Because of its small-town vibe, Royersford doesn't offer as many amenities as some larger cities. However it is located right off the Pottstown Expressway and Benjamin Franklin Highway, Route 422, which leads motorists to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The area's transportation accessibility gives residents the opportunity to shop in larger towns, though they don't need to travel outside of Royersford to have fun: Numerous shops and restaurants are located in the borough's central downtown area.

When residents want to socialize and take their children to play, they head to the borough's two main parks: Victory Park and Chestnut Street Park. These two well-maintained parks provide options for picnicking, playing and event hosting. Victory Park's pavilion is available for reservation. Royersford residents enjoy the parks for their clean and well-maintained facilities, sense of community and recreational opportunities.

Royersford is not home to any major college or university. However, numerous institutes of higher learning are located within commutable distance of Royersford. Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania, Eastern University, Montgomery County Community College, Villanova University, West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Delaware County Community College and St. Joseph's University are all located within about 20 miles of Royersford.

Royersford serves primarily as a bedroom community, so many residents commute to Philadelphia or other nearby cities for work. According to City-Data, the mean commute time for Royersford residents is 25.9 minutes. Within Montgomery County, some of the top employers include Mainline Health Systems, Abington Health,  Lockheed Martin, Holy Redeemer Health Systems, ACTS Retirement-Life Communities, Aetna Inc., Prudential and SunGard. However, this list does not include employers in Philadelphia, as the city is located in Philadelphia County.

According to City-Data, the cost of living index in Royersford is 104.5, which is 4.5 percent higher than the U.S. average. This is on par with the cost of living in the Philadelphia metro area. Those searching for Royersford apartments will be happy to note that 49.9 percent of the borough's homes are renter-occupied units. The median gross rent in Royersford is just $840 per month.

Because of its small-town nature, Royersford's main attraction is its historic downtown area, which is closely linked to the borough of Spring City. The two cities reside on opposite sides of the Schuylkill River and share many close ties, businesses and special events. When residents feel like a taste of big-city life, they are just a short trip from exciting and historic Philadelphia.

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