Sell My Home in Jenkintown PA
Jenkintown Borough is one of Montgomery County's most distinctive and walkable residential communities — its own school district, dual SEPTA regional rail access at Jenkintown-Elkins Park Station, a vibrant Cedar Street commercial corridor, and Victorian and early 20th-century housing stock that buyers specifically seek out for its character and Philadelphia proximity. If you are thinking about selling your Jenkintown home, two things are worth knowing immediately: the market moves fast, and the Borough has one of the most specific and comprehensive Use and Occupancy processes in the entire Philadelphia suburban market — including a sewer lateral video inspection that requires advance scheduling.
Josh Wernick - REALTOR®
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The Jenkintown Market Right Now
The median sale price in Jenkintown is $358,900 as of May 2026, with the average home value at $485,341 — up 5% year over year. Homes in Jenkintown are going to pending in approximately 7 days according to Zillow's most current data, making this one of the faster-moving markets in eastern Montgomery County at its price tier. Sixty-seven homes sold in Jenkintown in May 2026, up from 61 the prior year — transaction volume is increasing even in a low-inventory environment, which means correctly priced Jenkintown homes are finding buyers quickly.
Jenkintown Borough U&O Requirements — The Most Specific Pre-Sale Process in the Region
Jenkintown Borough passed Ordinance #2017-5 implementing its Residential Use and Occupancy Certification requirement. The process is more comprehensive than virtually any other municipality in the Philadelphia suburban market and has four distinct components — one of which requires advance scheduling with a specialized contractor.
Jenkintown Borough Residential U&O — Four Requirements
Required: Yes — for all residential property sales in Jenkintown Borough
Fee: $300 for most single-family homes (includes sewer lateral video inspection)
Fee reduced to $100 if seller hires a NASSCO Certified Plumbing Technician to perform the sewer lateral video and provides video and written report to the Borough
Fee: $50 for condominiums or sales with no sewer lateral
The four inspection components:
1. Notarized smoke detector affidavit — seller certifies smoke detectors are properly installed
2. Curb and sidewalk compliance — curbs and sidewalks in good repair
3. Property address numbers — 4-inch numbers visible from street
4. Sewer lateral video from house to main — defects must be corrected before permanent U&O is issued
Contact: Jenkintown Borough Code Enforcement, 215-885-0700
Key takeaway: Hire a NASSCO Certified Plumbing Technician for the sewer lateral video to reduce your fee from $300 to $100 and control the inspection timeline. Any sewer lateral defects found must be corrected before the permanent U&O is issued — identify them before listing so you control the timeline and the cost, not the buyer's inspector.
Jenkintown's Unique Community Identity
Jenkintown's market is defined by its walkability and community character — Cedar Street's active restaurant and retail corridor, dual SEPTA service at Jenkintown-Elkins Park Station connecting to Center City Philadelphia on both the Warminster and West Trenton lines, and a Victorian and craftsman housing stock that buyers make a deliberate choice to pursue. Jenkintown School District is small — fewer than 800 students — but consistently well-regarded and attracts buyers who specifically want an intimate, community-oriented school environment. The buyer who chooses Jenkintown has usually chosen it over larger neighboring communities specifically because of what it is, not as a compromise. That motivated buyer profile supports consistently strong demand at Jenkintown's price tier.
Every Home Is Different. Find Out What Yours Is Worth.
A free pre-listing walk-through with Josh Wernick - REALTOR® covers your specific Jenkintown home's condition, your Borough U&O requirements including the sewer lateral inspection timeline, accurate pricing based on recent comparable sales, and exactly what to do before listing. No obligation.
Call or text Josh Wernick - REALTOR® at 267-934-5674
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Sell My Home in Jenkintown PA - FAQ
Is there a Use and Occupancy inspection required to sell a home in Jenkintown PA?
Yes. Jenkintown Borough requires a Residential U&O Certificate for all property sales. The fee is $300 for most single-family homes and includes a sewer lateral video inspection. Hiring a NASSCO Certified Plumbing Technician reduces the fee to $100. Contact Borough Code Enforcement at 215-885-0700.
What school district is Jenkintown PA in?
Jenkintown Borough has its own school district — the Jenkintown School District — one of the smallest but most well-regarded independent school systems in Montgomery County.
How much is my home worth in Jenkintown PA?
The median sale price in Jenkintown is $358,900 as of May 2026, with average home values at $485,341 — up 5% year over year. A free CMA from Josh Wernick - REALTOR® gives you the accurate answer for your specific property. Call 267-934-5674.
Is there a train from Jenkintown to Philadelphia?
Yes. Jenkintown-Elkins Park Station is served by both SEPTA's Warminster and West Trenton regional rail lines with direct service to Center City Philadelphia, making Jenkintown one of the most transit-connected communities in Montgomery County.