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Pottstown, PA

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A riverside suburban community great for Reading commuters

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Resting along the Schuylkill River, Pottstown is a small borough about 30 minutes from Reading and one hour from Philadelphia. Pottstown feels suburban with single-family homes on crisp lawns along tree-lined streets, and an abundance of convenient amenities.

Residents enjoy a variety of shopping and dining options. Upland Square on the edge of town offers several big-box stores, chain restaurants, and a movie theater. There are several small plazas across the town featuring local eateries, unique shops, and national stores.

Located in a verdant valley, Pottstown offers gorgeous natural areas great for outdoor recreation. Memorial Park is great for families and sports lovers with lighted ball fields, a skate park, a BMX track, a splash pad, and a playground. Visit the Pottstown Riverfront Park is a local favorite for kayaking and hiking.

When Pottstown residents aren’t enjoying some fresh air, you’ll find them at enjoying at a show at the Steel River Playhouse, a theater that showcases over 90 performances a year and offers acting classes, musical lessons, summer programs, and more. Pottstown also boasts a very close-knit community that bonds at community events including skate parties, art festivals, car shows, pet fairs, and more. The Pottstown Pike and Benjamin Franklin Highway make commuting to Reading for work or just a fun night out a breeze.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Pottstown, PA is $908 for a studio, $1,293 for one bedroom, $1,615 for two bedrooms, and $1,869 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pottstown has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,293/month
694 Sq Ft
House
$1,840/month
1,000 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

36

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

East Coventry Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

470 Students

8
out of 10

Lower Pottsgrove Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

661 Students

7
out of 10

French Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

566 Students

7
out of 10

Barth Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

313 Students

7
out of 10

North Coventry Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

561 Students

6
out of 10

Owen J Roberts Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

910 Students

6
out of 10

Pottsgrove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

697 Students

6
out of 10

Pottstown Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

915 Students

3
out of 10

Owen J Roberts High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,820 Students

7
out of 10

Pottsgrove Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,021 Students

6
out of 10

Pottstown Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

912 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Limerick Community Park
  • Stone Hills Preserve
  • Welkinweir Gardens
  • Crow's Nest Preserve
  • Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site

Airports

  • Lehigh Valley International
  • Philadelphia International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.