Living in Chalfont, PA

As of Q1 2026, the average home price in Chalfont is approximately $537,000. The borough's combination of SEPTA rail access and Central Bucks School District eligibility (for addresses in the CB SD attendance zone) places it at a mid-to-upper price point in central Bucks County — higher than Lansdale but below Doylestown Borough.

Source: Bucks County MLS data, Q1 2026

School district assignment in Chalfont depends on the specific street address. Much of Chalfont Borough and eastern New Britain Township falls within the Central Bucks School District (top 5% PA, 97% graduation rate). Some addresses on the western and southern edges of the Chalfont area fall within Pennridge School District. Buyers must verify district assignment for the specific property using the school district's official address lookup tool.

Chalfont is a quiet, small-borough community that appeals to families seeking SEPTA rail access with top-tier school district eligibility. Central Bucks SD (top 5% PA) is a significant draw for addresses in the CB attendance zone. Lake Galena and Peace Valley Park (1,700+ acres) are approximately 5–10 minutes away, providing extensive outdoor recreation. The borough has a small, low-traffic character different from the more commercial Route 611 corridor towns.

The SEPTA Chalfont station serves the Lansdale/Doylestown regional rail line. Peak-hour service to Jefferson Station in Center City Philadelphia takes approximately 60–70 minutes. By car via Route 202 south or Route 309 to the PA Turnpike, the drive to Center City is approximately 40–55 minutes in off-peak traffic.

SEPTA Chalfont station: ~60–70 min to Jefferson Station (Lansdale/Doylestown line)

Chalfont's housing market includes older single-family homes in the small borough core, 1970s–1990s colonials and contemporaries in surrounding New Britain Township subdivisions, and some newer construction. The market is smaller and less active than neighboring Doylestown or Lansdale. Price range: approximately $350,000 for older ranches to $900,000+ for newer construction on larger lots in the Central Bucks SD zone.

On a $537,000 average Chalfont home, estimated annual property taxes are approximately $6,500–$8,500. The Central Bucks School District carries a higher millage than most districts, reflecting the district's top-5% PA educational programming. Bucks County implemented an approximately 8% property tax increase in 2026. Contact us for current 2026 Chalfont Borough and Central Bucks SD or Pennridge SD millage rates for a specific address.

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer, Bucks County 2026 tax increase report

As of Q1 2026, Chalfont is a seller's market with moderate activity. Median days on market is approximately 20 days. The borough is a smaller market, so fewer properties come available at any given time. Central Bucks SD-zoned properties see the strongest demand and fastest turnover; properties in the Pennridge SD zone typically sit slightly longer.

Given Chalfont's small size, the primary neighborhoods are the historic borough core near the SEPTA station, and the New Britain Township communities just outside the borough boundary along Limekiln Pike and Butler Avenue. Properties near the Peace Valley Park access points along New Galena Road attract buyers seeking larger lots with outdoor recreation proximity.

Chalfont sits between Doylestown and Lansdale on multiple dimensions: price ($537k avg vs. $675k Doylestown / $470k Lansdale), commute (~65 min rail vs. ~75 min Doylestown / ~55 min Lansdale), and community scale (small borough between county seat and small city). Buyers who want Central Bucks school access but cannot afford Doylestown pricing often consider Chalfont as a practical middle option.

Chalfont's small market size limits investment volume, but the Central Bucks School District draw and SEPTA access create strong long-term rental demand. Single-family rentals in CB SD zones command a premium over equivalent Lansdale or Warminster rentals due to school district quality. Gross rental yields are modest given the $537,000 average purchase price. Long-term appreciation driven by CB SD desirability has historically been reliable.