Nether Providence is not in the nether regions of Pennsylvania, as the name may suggest. In fact, it is an affluent neighborhood in southwest Philadelphia just 20 miles from the downtown core. It is an older community with established families with a median age of 42 years. The average household income and house value are $70,000 and $185,000 respectively. The community is characterized by quaint homes on well maintained lots, and a friendly small-town atmosphere.

Commuting into Philadelphia each day is not a problem for Nether Providence residents. Good highways link the city directly to the major parts of Philly. There are no hospitals in Nether Providence, so residents have to travel to nearby Media, Chester, or Drexel Hill for health services. Of course, they can always reach Philadelphia in a matter of 30 minutes.

Nearby colleges include the Delaware County Community College, Villnova Unviversity, University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University.

Living in Nether Providence is a step back from the hustle and grind of Philadelphia life. If you are interested in getting away from the city while maintaining some ties to it, Nether Providence is an ideal alternative.