What Areas Do You Serve? Complete Guide to Smarty Home Solutions Service Areas

Smarty Home Solutions, led by John Smart, AI-Certified Agent with eXp Realty, proudly serves six Pennsylvania counties: Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Berks. Each county offers a distinct lifestyle, housing market, and community character. Whether you are buying, selling, or planning a senior transition, understanding what each county offers is the first step to making a smart real estate decision.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of each county in our service area, including housing market data, community highlights, and what makes each area special. Schedule a consultation with John Smart to discuss which county is right for you.

Philadelphia County (coterminous with the city of Philadelphia) offers the most urban lifestyle in our service area. With 1.6 million residents, Philadelphia is the sixth-largest city in the United States and offers world-class dining, arts, culture, and professional sports.

Philadelphia County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 1.6 million (most densely populated county in PA)
• ✓ Median Home Price: $240,000-$275,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.34% (city + school district combined)
• ✓ Key Industries: Healthcare, education, finance, technology, tourism
• ✓ Popular Neighborhoods: Fitler Square, Rittenhouse Square, Old City, Fishtown, Chestnut Hill, Manayunk, Fairmount

Why Choose Philadelphia County?

Philadelphia offers walkable neighborhoods, a vibrant cultural scene, and the most diverse housing stock in the region. From historic row homes in Society Hill to modern condos in University City and family homes in Chestnut Hill, there is a neighborhood for every lifestyle. Explore our Philadelphia County page for detailed neighborhood guides.

Montgomery County is the largest suburban county in our service area, known for its excellent schools, thriving job centers, and diverse communities. It stretches from the Philadelphia border north to the Lehigh Valley and includes the major employment hub of King of Prussia.

Montgomery County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 862,000 (second-most populous county in PA)
• ✓ Median Home Price: $410,000-$460,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.52% (average combined rate)
• ✓ Top School Districts: Lower Merion, Abington, North Penn, Methacton
• ✓ Key Towns: King of Prussia, Ardmore, Conshohocken, Blue Bell, Lansdale, Ambler

Why Choose Montgomery County?

Montgomery County offers the best balance of excellent schools, employment opportunities, and suburban lifestyle. The county is home to the King of Prussia Mall (largest retail complex in the U.S.), a growing technology corridor, and multiple SEPTA Regional Rail lines for easy commutes to Center City. Explore our Montgomery County page for town profiles.

Bucks County is known for its historic river towns, rolling hills, and strong communities. Located northeast of Philadelphia, Bucks offers a more relaxed pace while still providing convenient access to the city.

Bucks County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 645,000
• ✓ Median Home Price: $380,000-$430,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.65% (average combined rate)
• ✓ Top School Districts: Council Rock, Central Bucks, Pennsbury
• ✓ Key Towns: Newtown, Doylestown, Yardley, New Hope, Langhorne, Warminster

Why Choose Bucks County?

Bucks County offers historic charm with modern amenities. Doylestown boasts a vibrant downtown with arts and culture, Newtown offers a classic college-town feel, and New Hope on the Delaware River attracts visitors from across the region. The county also features extensive parks and open space, including Washington Crossing Historic Park. Explore our Bucks County page for more.

Chester County is one of the fastest-growing and most affluent counties in Pennsylvania, known for its excellent schools, growing corporate centers, and beautiful countryside.

Chester County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 534,000
• ✓ Median Home Price: $455,000-$510,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.48% (average combined rate)
• ✓ Top School Districts: Tredyffrin-Easttown, Great Valley, Unionville-Chadds Ford, West Chester Area
• ✓ Key Towns: West Chester, Malvern, Exton, Phoenixville, Downingtown, Kennett Square

Why Choose Chester County?

Chester County offers the highest median incomes and some of the best schools in Pennsylvania. The Route 202 technology corridor is home to dozens of corporate headquarters and technology firms. The county also offers beautiful farmland, horse country, and a thriving craft beer and dining scene. Explore our Chester County page for town guides.

Delaware County, known locally as Delco, offers affordable suburban living with excellent transit connections to Philadelphia. It is home to historic boroughs, respected universities, and diverse communities.

Delaware County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 566,000
• ✓ Median Home Price: $280,000-$330,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.72% (average combined rate)
• ✓ Top School Districts: Radnor, Wallingford-Swarthmore, Haverford
• ✓ Key Towns: Media, Swarthmore, Haverford, Drexel Hill, Broomall, Springfield

Why Choose Delaware County?

Delaware County offers more affordable home prices while still providing excellent schools and convenient transit to Center City. Media, the county seat, is known for its walkable downtown and annual dining events. The county also features Swarthmore College, Widener University, and Ridley Creek State Park. Explore our Delaware County page for more.

Berks County, located west of Philadelphia, offers the most affordable housing in our service area. It is experiencing steady growth and revitalization, particularly in and around Reading.

Berks County Highlights

• ✓ Population: 421,000
• ✓ Median Home Price: $230,000-$275,000
• ✓ Property Tax Rate: 1.58% (average combined rate)
• ✓ Key Industries: Manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, agriculture
• ✓ Key Towns: Reading, Wyomissing, Kutztown, Berks County communities

Why Choose Berks County?

Berks County offers the most affordable entry point into homeownership in our service area. Reading is experiencing revitalization, and the county offers a mix of suburban and rural living. Kutztown University brings a vibrant college-town energy to the area. Explore our Berks County page for more information.