Why Lansdowne?

Lansdowne is a gem in the greater Philadelphia area. Here are some of the reasons we believe Gladstone Manor, located in Lansdowne, make for a great community:

Transportation

We are in proximity to:

  1. Airports: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Atlantic City International Airport
  2. Highways: I-95, 476
  3. Public Transportation: 2 SEPTA regional rail train stops at Lansdowne and Gladstone, a trolley line, multiple bus lines

Schools/Education

  1. Proximity to good public and private schools including Lansdowne Friends School, Holy Child Academy, SS. Cyril & Philomena Catholic School, St. Bernadette, St Dorothy School, St Dorothy School, Bonner & Prendie High School, etc.
  2. Proximity to world class universities including University of Pennsylvania, Swartmore College, Temple University, Drexel University, Villanova University etc.

Downtown/Retail

We’re the town that supports any business. With the efforts of the borough, neighbors, and organizations such as the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, several new businesses have opened in the heart of Lansdowne. Visit Shop Lansdowne for the full business directory and learn more about our town’s small businesses, creative workspaces, and studios available through Utility.Works.

Restaurants

We have a variety of restaurants whose reviews on Trip Advisor, Yelp, or Google will guide you on where to head to for your cravings.

Arts and Entertainment

Jamey’s House of Music, Lansdowne Theater, Lansdowne Symphony

Neighborhoods

Gladstone Manor – need we say more?

Other neighborhoods? Sure, check out Lansdowne Park Historic District.

Parks, Recreation and Community Organizations

Lansdowne Swim Club, Lansdowne Garden Club, Lansdowne Parents Group, Lansdowne Proud, My Hometown Is Lansdowne, You know you’re from Lansdowne, Pa when….

Government and Civic Affairs

Lansdowne Borough

Giving Community

As featured in WHYY, Washington Post and other news sites, our town’s Buy Nothing Lansdowne is a reflection of our generosity and desire to keep building a community that gives and pays it forward.