A borough in Delaware County and originally named Westdale, the town’s name was changed to Swarthmore after a college in that name was established in the area. Swarthmore Town Center is being refurbished to increase retail space and promote community connections as well as support the growing college crowd in town. The Springfield Mall, on the outskirts of town, provides the primary shopping area for residents of an apartment or home rental in Swarthmore, although a few smaller shops and restaurants are sprinkled throughout the town and around the college. The SEPTA light rail’s route R3 runs through the bottom of the college and provides direct 20-minute service into downtown Philadelphia, although the 19-mile drive typically takes half an hour. A large percentage of the area is occupied by students, professors, and staff at Swarthmore College. Scott Arboretum is a popular relaxation area in the middle of Swarthmore and displays a variety of unique plant species. Residents of a Swarthmore house or apartment for rent look forward to community events such as 4th of July Celebration, Great Bike Race, Town Center Summer Concerts, and Blues in the Park. The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District operates an elementary school in town, although middle and high school students must travel to nearby towns for their education. However, 3 private schools that offer secondary education are located in the heart of Swarthmore.
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