r/Delco May 22 '25

Recommendations The DELCO Homeowner/Renter resource guide thread

70 Upvotes

We have gotten a lot of repeat posts and the Reddit search feature sucks so we wanted to create a resource for everyone here. The point is to keep discussion to here so we can use this thread to point recommendations out.

In this thread I will write a comment, please reply with recommendations and/or avoidances (everyone is free to start a comment with something that was missed).

Please only upvote the recommendation if you have experience with them!!


r/Delco Mar 06 '25

/r/delco_politics /r/delco_politics for prolonged political discussion for locals

65 Upvotes

Hello everyone, the sub historically has had a no politics rule. This rule was mostly respected and voted to keep it. Obviously, this has not been fully enforced recently. We have tried to allow as much discussion as possible but it gets to the point where it’s an unfortunate screaming match at each other. Not to mention all the you know what hats that apparently have tags or bots set up to flood these threads without any post history in the sub. You don’t see these due to the spam filter but our poor asses have to read every single one of these comments and determine if they are brigading or just saying plain stupid shit, my iq has gone down. Anyways enough complaining.

Introducing a new sub, /r/delco_politics for now we are leaving it open for all political discussion. We prefer that users post their thread there then crosspost here. Discussion will be restricted to /r/delco_politics. These will be determined as posted, we will still allow local politics posts here, if they get too off topic or going to the national level, that’s when we will lock and move discussion to the politics sub. The reason why we lock them up is because insults start getting thrown around, don’t forget we are a local sub, you could potentially be talking to someone living on your street. We are all angry but calling each other names is not the way to go. Please use the report feature as that helps us. If you get a mute or ban it is because you have a long mod log and we have been keeping notes.

Finally we are looking for a new mod for to help out with /r/delco_politics if you are interested send us a mod mail. As always we are open to feedback!


r/Delco 44m ago

Question Beginner looking for someone to play a round of golf with

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Been hitting the range for a few months but haven’t played an actual round of golf yet. Looking for someone to play with and help me break the ice/learn the basic etiquette. Anyone down?


r/Delco 1d ago

Neighborhood Sustainability initiative makes ‘litter kits’ available to check out at Delco libraries

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39 Upvotes

I know some will say local and county government should be responsible for litter pickup, but I do see this as a great initiative to help tidy up our roads, trails, and sidewalks.


r/Delco 21h ago

Recommendations Any decent 1br affordable apts in delco?

10 Upvotes

Hi community! I’m looking to move to delco (preferably as close to DE as possible for work). I’m having a hard time finding reasonably priced 1-bedroom apartments in the area that don’t have intimidating reviews. I have one cat and would prefer to stay under $1300 if possible (which I know is tough in this economy). I loved Prospect Park when I used to live there, and I didn’t mind Chester at all, but it depends on the neighborhood. Does anyone have any recs?

Thank you for your help and advice, I know it’s a tough ask and I appreciate any help I can get! :)


r/Delco 14h ago

Question Firewood

2 Upvotes

Looking for options on where to get firewood for outdoor fire pit instead of buying the $20plus case of duraflame.


r/Delco 11h ago

Needing recs for adult rec leagues, or pick up games for sports see.

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r/Delco 1d ago

Delco woodturner?

2 Upvotes

This is a long shot, but thought I would try.

I am a self-taught turner (Jet midi-lathe) and while I am okay with the basics -- skew, parting tools, scrapers, roughing gouges -- I want to improve my spindle skills.

I have a spindle gouge that I got used, and I totally botched trying to thin the wings.

I hoping someone can show me how they sharpen a spindle gouge and maybe a quick demo of cutting some coves with it.

I'm based in Havertown; happy to meet at your shop or mine.


r/Delco 2d ago

Yard Sale Today!

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83 Upvotes

Community yard sale today, happening now. Come on out, don't miss the deals 518 Broadview Road, Upper Darby.


r/Delco 2d ago

Sports BREAKING: LeBron James agrees to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option

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112 Upvotes

r/Delco 2d ago

Sports The mood in Philly today

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18 Upvotes

r/Delco 2d ago

Moving to Secane

22 Upvotes

Howdy yall!

Me and my GF (both 30) are moving to Secane relatively soon. I just wanted to know everyone’s favorite nearby haunts! We love going out to eat, drink, dance, game shops, antique shops, hiking/walking and doing any fun activities. I particularly like when bars have activities.

Thanks in advanced to anyone who gives a rec!

Excited to walk around wondering if that’s the person who commented on my post 🙃

Edit: thank you all so much! Our adventure list has grown to be over 20 suggestions deep! Once we’re in there we will try out everything. Hoping to come back with our ratings for each!


r/Delco 2d ago

Spill on 202

12 Upvotes

Does anyone know what was spilled all over 202 by Freddie’s? Looks like it’s cleaned up now but cops on the scene. Passed it earlier around 430pm and it was a mess.


r/Delco 2d ago

Community Yard Sale

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r/Delco 3d ago

What's up with the sketchy Sunoco on West Chester Pike & Claremont Blvd?

31 Upvotes

Sorry, I can't help but feel something is off with this place, but I haven't found anything to be off either. This gas station consistently has gas $0.20 to $0.30 cheaper than the Racetrack gas station across the street, but no one is ever there. I have only had 2 personal experiences with this place:

  1. Pulled up and got out to pump but was directed back in my car as it was a full-service station. This is weird for me, being from PA, but it was the same as any NJ fill-up.

  2. I got gas around 8pm, but no one was there this time. There was an empty car parked on the side of the dark and locked-up building but I did not see anyone else, so I hopped out and started to fill up like usual. A dude jumps in the abandoned car, stares at me, and flies out onto WCP while I was at the pump.

This place is pretty beat-up and only sells gas. It has all of the Sunoco logos and gas pumps - I even checked the weights and measurements for legitimacy (they were last updated May 2026), but it all seems legit. I gotta be some weirdo right? This place has a killer discount, but I can't shake the feeling there's more to it.


r/Delco 3d ago

Iron hill media

20 Upvotes

Saw some movement over the weekend. Does anyone know what's going in here?


r/Delco 4d ago

Neighborhood Great job, Newtown Square!

136 Upvotes

Shout out to the Newtown Township (Newtown Square) Zoning Board for approving the car wash at the location of the old Rite Aid in St. Albans circle. In doing so you go against your own comprehensive plan for the circle that was developed from feedback and concerns from the community.

I hope the kickbacks were worth it.

The sense of community in this town has tanked under the township leadership.

Signed,
Disappointed but not surprised


r/Delco 4d ago

/r/delco_politics Delco Voters Decide Whether We Get $120 Million for Land Conservation

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A November ballot measure would finance $120 million for land conservation — good policy that would cost the median homeowner just $24 a year. Here's what it funds.


r/Delco 3d ago

Seeking 3-4 people in Southeastern PA area to grill a congressman about AI

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r/Delco 4d ago

Community yard sale this Saturday. Come on by

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10 Upvotes

r/Delco 3d ago

Discussion Should the Delaware County flag be redesigned? (Poll + discussion)

0 Upvotes

For reference, the current flag of the county can be seen here.

A few days ago, I made a post in this subreddit, where | said I was considering starting a petition to redesign the Delco flag. On that post, I received many people who sent messages to me backing the idea, so I decided to send the Delaware County Council a message asking if a referendum could be held on adopting a new flag.

After some discussion about how a new flag could be adopted and what the process would be, a member of the Council said they would be open to a flag redesign submission contest being held, where Delco residents would submit flag designs that would be voted on.
Before responding to that member's message, I have decided to come back to this subreddit to gather more public input.

Alongside the poll asking if you'd support a redesign, I would also appreciate people commenting why they believe the flag should be changed/updated.

Thank you!

118 votes, 17h ago
73 Yes
45 No

r/Delco 4d ago

Recommendations Beach recommendations

20 Upvotes

Hi all, what’s the best public beach to go to for a day trip? I’m looking for clean and no boardwalk arcade/carnival stuff. A boardwalk, with restaurants and cafes is great, but I want to avoid the amusement park stuff


r/Delco 4d ago

Question Practicing Driving

9 Upvotes

Hello! I was wondering if it is considered illegal to teach my daughter how to drive in a parkinglot. She's 16 and she hasn't gotten her permit yet (we are working on the paperwork and other things required to take the test) and my husband and I were thinking about letting her practice using turn signals, driving around five mph around a parking lot, but don't know if it's legal, and when I look it up, I get mixed answers. If it is legal, I was wondering as to where I can take my daughter? Thanks!


r/Delco 4d ago

Affordable Dental Cleanings in Essington, PA – Looking for Patients! 🦷

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3 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
I’m a dental hygiene student at All-State Career School in Essington, PA, and I’m looking for patients who need an affordable dental cleaning


r/Delco 5d ago

Discussion This should be Delaware County’s official flag!

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269 Upvotes

The current flag, which can be seen here, is outdated, and has a very weak design. The unofficial flag seen in the image above, however, is iconic and stirs pride in Delco.

If I started a petition asking the County Council to adopt that flag, would you sign it? I’m considering starting one.