Lower Merion
Lower Merion Township, located in Montgomery County just outside Philadelphia, seamlessly combines historical charm, excellent education, and vibrant community life. Established in 1713, it was settled by Welsh Quakers in 1682.
Home to 63,633 residents as of the 2020 Census, Lower Merion boasts high per-capita income with a median household income of around $139,694 and median home prices of $603,970.
The renowned Lower Merion School District serves the township and is home to esteemed private colleges, including Bryn Mawr College and Haverford College.
Rich in history, it features landmarks such as the Merion Friends Meeting House and the Barnes Foundation.
Lower Merion has produced several notable individuals, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant, former U.S. Secretary of State Alexander Haig, Hollywood actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield, and 1960s teen idol Bobby Rydell.
Explore VISTA Today’s archive of 25+ stories about Lower Merion.
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See Which Montco Municipalities Made List of Priciest Places in Philadelphia Region in 2020
Eleven Montgomery County municipalities are among the top fifty priciest places and most expensive neighborhoods in the Philadelphia region in…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Ardmore Craftsman Has a Ton of Character, Warmth, Modern Amenities
Walking up to this Craftsman home, you’ll notice the circular drive, which sets it apart from its neighbors, as well…
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Montgomery County Dominates List of Most Expensive Houses Sold in Pennsylvania in 2020
The Philadelphia area is home to a whopping 19 of the most expensive houses sold in Pennsylvania in 2020, with…
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Lower Merion Police Officer Brightens Day of Sick Girl with Special Gift
After helping a 4-year-old Mason Corrado through a seizure, Lower Merion police officer Michael Aluise went back the following day…
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Money Magazine Ranks This Montco Town Among Top Places to Live if You Work From Home
If you work from home, Lower Merion is among the best places in the nation to live, according to a…
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Lower Merion Real Estate Developer, Republican Jeff Bartos, Considering Joining Pennsylvania Race for U.S. Senate
Jeff Bartos, a Lower Merion real estate developer, is the latest Republican who is considering joining the race for the…
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Lower Merion High School Seniors Navigate Pandemic-Altered College Application Process
In a school year like no other, Lower Merion High School seniors are being forced to navigate the significantly altered…
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Developer Needs Two Sets of Approvals for New Project That Straddles Line of Two Montco Towns
A developer needs to get two sets of approvals for a new project that straddles the line between Lower Merion…
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WalesOnline: Montco Voters with Welsh Roots Might Have Helped Biden Secure Election Victory
Former Vice President Joe Biden managed to flip Pennsylvania in the presidential election thanks in big part to suburban voters,…
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Local Couple Transforms Lower Merion Tudor Residence into Modern Family Home
Sarah and Neil Greenstein have transformed the Tudor residence they bought three years ago into a modern family home for…
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Despite Pandemic, Ardmore Retains Its Standing as One of Region’s Dining Epicenters
Despite the pandemic that has slammed restaurants across the nation, Ardmore has managed to retain its standing as one of…
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Saint Joseph’s University is First Division I School to Add Autism Break Room at Games
Lower Merion’s Saint Joseph’s University is the first school in Division I NCAA to add an autism break room at…
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As Local Parents Flock to Cyber Charters for Children, School Districts Struggle to Find Funds
As local parents opt in greater numbers on cyber charters for their children, school districts being left struggling to find…
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Lower Merion School District Starts Gradual Return of Students to Classrooms
With Montgomery County incident and positivity rates creating a window of opportunity, Lower Merion School District has decided to begin…
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Lower Merion Saxophonist, Founder of Young Women in Jazz Group, Working on Her First Album
At nineteen years old, Olivia Hughart, a Lower Merion native saxophonist-composer, is already renowned in the world of jazz for…
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New Indoor-Outdoor Restaurant Coming to Suburban Square in Ardmore
Local restaurateur Avram Hornik is planning to open the new indoor-outdoor restaurant/wine bar Lola’s Garden at Suburban Square in Ardmore,…
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Lower Merion School District Turns to Substitute Teachers to Fill Vacancies for In-Person Instruction
The Lower Merion School District is relying on substitute teachers to fill any vacancies as it prepares to bring some…
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Kimco Realty Trust to Move Forward with Apartment Building at Suburban Square in Ardmore
Kimco Realty Trust is ready to move forward with apartment development at Suburban Square in Ardmore and expects to break…
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