The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19066 sells for about $879,700, or $358 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 54 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,206 a month.
ZIP 19066 — Merion Station
The 19066 housing market remains highly competitive and affluent, characterized by high median home values and low inventory. While some sources report price fluctuations, the overall trend shows sustained value growth driven by the area's prestige and top-rated school district. Data for rent and specific tax rates are not currently published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking a prestigious, established suburban environment with top-tier schools and easy access to Philadelphia's employment core.
Median prices moved up 7.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 54 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.6% · poverty 5.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 19066, Montgomery County PA
The area is served by the highly-rated Lower Merion School District, known for strong academic performance and extensive extracurricular offerings.
The area is a mature, affluent residential suburb of Philadelphia with limited new development space, focusing primarily on high-end residential renovations.
Property taxes are levied by Montgomery County, Lower Merion Township, and the Lower Merion School District; specific effective rates are not determinable without parcel-level assessment data.
Residents primarily commute to Center City Philadelphia via the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Line or by driving along I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway).
The area features proximity to the Merion Botanical Garden, various local parks, and the historic Merion Cricket Club, with upscale shopping available in nearby Ardmore.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand due to the area's prestige and proximity to Philadelphia, with limited short-term rental activity.
The local economy is driven by its status as an affluent residential enclave with strong ties to the Philadelphia regional economy, including healthcare, education, and professional services.
The area is well-served by regional rail transit via the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Line, providing direct access to Philadelphia's central business district.
Development is largely restricted to residential infill and property upgrades due to the area's mature, historic character.
Parcels are subject to Montgomery County, Lower Merion Township, and Lower Merion School District tax levies.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 19066 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A serene, community-maintained garden space.
A historic landmark and social anchor for the community.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 44.4% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $1,270,000 (44.4% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $1,270,000 (+44.4% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.