Montgomery County, PA • 19040, 19090

Living in Upper Moreland, PA

Upper Moreland schools, Willow Grove area, and a SE Montgomery County Township with SEPTA access

Upper Moreland Township Willow Grove area, Montgomery County PA
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About Upper Moreland, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Upper Moreland Township is a well-established residential township in southeastern Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, encompassing the Willow Grove area approximately 15 miles north of Philadelphia. The township is served by the Upper Moreland School District, a well-regarded district with strong academic outcomes. Upper Moreland offers SEPTA Warminster line access via the Willow Grove station, proximity to the Naval Air Station Willow Grove (now a joint military reserve base) area commercial corridor, and established residential neighborhoods at mid-range SE Montgomery County pricing.

Upper Moreland Market Snapshot

Median Home Price
Mid range for SE Montgomery County — contact us for CMA
Median Days on Market
~20–28 days
School District
Upper Moreland School District
Commute to Philadelphia
SEPTA Willow Grove station: ~40 min to Center City (Warminster line)
Est. Annual Property Tax
Varies — contact us for current rates
ZIP Code(s)
19040, 19090

Data approximate. Contact us for a current market analysis specific to your search.

Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Moreland

Answers to what buyers and sellers most commonly ask about this community.

What school district serves Upper Moreland Township, PA?

Upper Moreland Township is served by the Upper Moreland School District, with Upper Moreland High School as its flagship. The district has a strong reputation in southeastern Montgomery County for academic outcomes and community programming.

How long is the commute from Upper Moreland Township to Philadelphia?

The SEPTA Warminster regional rail line serves the Willow Grove area with service to Jefferson Station in Center City in approximately 40 minutes. By car via the PA Turnpike or Route 611, Center City is approximately 25–40 minutes in off-peak conditions.

What types of homes are available in Upper Moreland Township?

Upper Moreland has primarily post-war and mid-century housing stock — 1950s–1970s ranches, split-levels, and colonials in established suburban neighborhoods, with some newer townhome developments. The Willow Grove area also has condominium and apartment options near the commercial corridor.

What is the Willow Grove area known for?

Willow Grove is the commercial and transit hub of Upper Moreland Township. The Willow Grove Park Mall area serves regional retail needs. The former Naval Air Station Willow Grove — now the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove — is a significant local landmark and continues to operate as a military reserve facility.

How does Upper Moreland compare to Hatboro for homebuyers?

Upper Moreland and Hatboro are adjacent SE Montgomery County communities. Hatboro is a small borough with a walkable historic commercial core and its own Hatboro-Horsham School District access. Upper Moreland is a township with a broader residential footprint and the Upper Moreland School District. Both offer SEPTA Warminster line access. Price points are comparable; school district preference drives many buyer decisions.

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