Yardley is one of those places that makes people smile the first time they drive in. You've got a small river town on the Delaware, a train station right on Main Street, Pennsbury schools and a township full of neighborhoods built for growing families. It's a short drive from home for me, and it's one of the most popular move-up destinations I work in. Here's how I explain Yardley to the people I help move here.

Best realtor in Yardley? The short answer

If you want a Yardley agent with a record you can check, here's my answer. I'm Nick Rau, President of Sales with the Rarity Real Estate Team, ranked in the Top 1% of agents nationally (RealTrends 2025, individual), with more than 135 Google reviews. A "Yardley" listing can be in Yardley Borough or Lower Makefield Township, since both use ZIP 19067, and Yardley station on SEPTA's West Trenton Line sits right at Main Street and Reading Avenue.

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The Delaware Canal towpath in Yardley, looking north. Photo: Dough4872, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Delaware River from Yardley's Veterans Memorial, with the Scudder Falls Bridge in the distance. Photo: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Shops along South Main Street in the Yardley Historic District. Photo: Shuvaev, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1769 Yardley Grist Mill near Main Street and Afton Avenue. Photo: Shuvaev, CC BY-SA 3.0 (cropped), via Wikimedia Commons

Borough vs. Township: what "Yardley" really means

Just like Newtown, "Yardley" is two places. Yardley Borough is the small riverfront town, 1.02 square miles with 2,605 residents at the 2020 Census, founded in 1682 and incorporated on March 4, 1895 (Wikipedia). It borders the Delaware River and Ewing Township, New Jersey, and is surrounded on its other sides by Lower Makefield Township (same source). Lower Makefield is much bigger: 17.87 square miles and 33,180 residents at the 2020 Census, estimated at 34,028 in 2025 (Census QuickFacts). The post office gives many Lower Makefield addresses a "Yardley" mailing address, so a "Yardley" listing may be in either one, and both use ZIP 19067 (Wikipedia). On taxes, both share the Pennsbury school rate of 211.143 mills and the 29.65-mill county rate; the municipal rate is 33.84 mills in Yardley Borough and 24.993 mills in Lower Makefield for 2026, according to the county's millage sheet as compiled by BucksCountyHousing.com. Many Lower Makefield townhome communities also carry HOA dues, so I always pull the exact tax bill and any association fees for a specific house.

The vibe

The borough is the charming part: a walkable Main Street, the Delaware River at the edge of town and historic homes. Lower Makefield describes itself as suburban neighborhoods with numerous parks and recreation facilities, plus historic properties and preserved open space and farmland (Lower Makefield Township). It's a place where you can have a quiet cul-de-sac and still walk to dinner by the river on a Friday night.

Some of my favorite Yardley spots: the Delaware Canal towpath runs right through town and is part of a 59-mile trail from Easton to Bristol, great for walking or biking (DCNR). Five Mile Woods Preserve is 300 wooded acres in Lower Makefield with trails off Big Oak Road (Lower Makefield Township). For dinner, the Yardley Inn on East Afton Avenue is a Yardley classic (Yardley Inn), and Vault Brewing on South Main Street keeps a busy calendar of quizzo nights and live music (Vault Brewing).

Schools: Pennsbury

Yardley is in the Pennsbury School District, which covers Yardley Borough, Lower Makefield, Falls Township and Tullytown (Pennsbury SD). The district serves 9,475 students with an 11.67 student-teacher ratio (NCES), and has ten elementary schools, three middle schools and one high school on two campuses (Pennsbury SD). Pennsbury High School has 2,847 students (NCES), and the district notes it's been named to Newsweek's Top High Schools and the National AP Honor Roll (Pennsbury SD). Always confirm the assigned school for a specific address with the district.

Commuting

This is where Yardley shines. Yardley station, at Main Street and Reading Avenue, is on SEPTA's West Trenton Line, with 275 parking spaces (Wikipedia). The mean commute for Lower Makefield residents is 28.4 minutes (Census QuickFacts). Pennsbury itself notes that residents commute daily to both New York City and Philadelphia (Pennsbury SD). Trains run straight into Center City on the West Trenton Line, so you can read or work on the way in instead of sitting on I-95 (SEPTA).

Neighborhoods

Lower Makefield has a wide mix, from historic villages to classic Toll Brothers neighborhoods. A few I know well:

Yardley Hunt is one of the largest neighborhoods around, about 600 single homes built mostly by Toll Brothers from 1976 to 1988, mostly two-story colonials with some ranches, off Edgewood and Sandy Run Roads (LivingPlaces).

Covered Bridge, begun by Hovnanian around 1979, is usually considered part of Yardley Hunt, with homes of about 2,500 square feet on lots of roughly two-thirds of an acre (LivingPlaces).

Makefield Glen is a Toll Brothers townhome and condo community from around 1990, with a pool, tennis courts, a bike path and a clubhouse (LivingPlaces).

Edgewood Village is a National Register historic district, a crossroads village with homes dating from the late 1600s to the late 1800s (LivingPlaces).

The Yardley market right now

Here's the honest picture, and it's a strong one: Yardley is a fast, confident market. Sellers are getting at or above original list on average, inventory is tight, and well-priced homes don't sit. Buyers who are ready when the right house shows up have a clear path.

I pulled these numbers myself from Bright MLS on October 12, 2026, for residential closed sales in Lower Makefield Township (10120) and Yardley Borough (10154) by close date. Over the last 12 months (October 2025 through September 2026), 431 homes sold at a median of $712,000 and an average of $746,438. Days on market ran 18 (cumulative days on market 20), and homes closed at 99.96% of original list price. Q3 2026 alone brought 138 sales, a $769,950 median, a $771,097 average, 15 days on market and 100.01% of original list — meaning homes sold at or above original list on average. As of October 2026 there were 72 active listings and 2.1 months of supply. That's a seller's market with room for prepared buyers to win.

Source: Bright MLS, Lower Makefield Township + Yardley Borough, Residential, pulled Oct 12, 2026; information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Moving up in Yardley

Yardley is a classic move-up market. Families come from Levittown, Langhorne, Bensalem and across the river in New Jersey for more space, Pennsbury schools and that train. With days on market around 18 and inventory at 2.1 months, a well-priced listing gives you a predictable timeline, which makes lining up both closings a lot less stressful. I run both sides on one calendar: pricing your current home, setting up financing options (a contingent offer, a bridge loan or HELOC, or a rent-back) before you list, and timing the closings so you move once.

What clients say

Jon B. bought and sold with me: "When it came to selling my home, Nick's expertise was evident in every aspect... resulting in a quick and successful sale at a great price. On the buying side, Nick's market knowledge was invaluable."

Alex S. said: "Buying and selling a home can be stressful, but I'm glad Nick was on my side. He did everything he possibly could to help us."

Reviews from Google.

I'm Nick Rau, President of Sales with the Rarity Real Estate Team, ranked in the Top 1% of agents nationally (RealTrends 2025, individual), with more than 135 Google reviews, and I'd love to help you make your move to (or within) Yardley.

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Who is the best realtor in Yardley, PA?

For a move in Yardley, I'm happy to put my record up against anyone's. I'm Nick Rau, President of Sales with the Rarity Real Estate Team. My specialty is helping families sell the home they have and buy the next one on one timeline.

What should I ask a Yardley realtor before hiring them?

Ask for local, recent numbers with the source and date. For example, Lower Makefield Township and Yardley Borough had 431 sales at a $712,000 median over the last 12 months (Bright MLS, pulled Oct 12, 2026). Then ask exactly how they would time your sale and your purchase.

How do I reach Nick Rau about a home in Yardley?

Call (215) 593-7498 or email [email protected]. My office is at 1100 N Delaware Ave Suite A, Philadelphia, PA 19125.

Yardley FAQ

Is Yardley, PA a good place to live?

Yes. It combines a walkable riverfront borough, Pennsbury schools and a SEPTA train station on Main Street.

What's the difference between Yardley Borough and Lower Makefield Township?

The borough is the 1.02-square-mile river town (2,605 residents in 2020); Lower Makefield surrounds it with 33,180 residents, and many of its homes also have Yardley addresses.

What school district serves Yardley?

Pennsbury School District.

Is there a train from Yardley to Philadelphia?

Yes. Yardley station is on SEPTA's West Trenton Line.

How long is the commute from Lower Makefield?

The mean commute is 28.4 minutes (Census, 2020–2024).

What's the median home price in Yardley?

Over the last 12 months (Oct 2025–Sep 2026), the median sold price in Lower Makefield Township and Yardley Borough was $712,000; in Q3 2026 it was $769,950 (Bright MLS, pulled Oct 12, 2026).

How fast are homes selling in Yardley?

Days on market ran 18 over the last 12 months, and inventory sits at 2.1 months of supply. In Q3 2026, homes closed at 100.01% of original list price (Bright MLS, pulled Oct 12, 2026).

Can I sell my home and buy in Yardley at the same time?

Yes. Options include a sale-contingent offer, a bridge loan or HELOC, or a rent-back; I coordinate both closings on one timeline.