Bala Cynwyd, located just outside of Philadelphia, combines residential charm with convenient city access. This Montgomery County community, established in the 1680s by Welsh Quakers, takes its name from the town of Bala and village of Cynwyd in Wales. Current one-bedroom apartments in Bala Cynwyd rent for an average of $1,973. Residents enjoy easy access to Philadelphia via City Avenue (U.S. Route 1), while the area maintains its character with established neighborhoods and historic architecture.
The Cynwyd Heritage Trail, a 2-mile linear park, connects Bala Cynwyd to Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood. Montgomery Avenue and Bala Avenue offer local dining establishments, while the Bala Cynwyd Library houses more than 221,000 items. Two SEPTA Regional Rail stations on the Cynwyd Line provide transportation into Philadelphia. The area is served by the Lower Merion School District and offers shopping at Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center on City Avenue, positioning the community just minutes from Center City Philadelphia.
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