The feel
The borough itself is dense and walkable: Victorian twins and rowhomes within blocks of Gay and High Streets. Step outside the borough into West Goshen, East Bradford or Westtown and lots get larger and streets quieter.
West Chester University keeps downtown lively year-round, and the calendar is full — from the Chestnut Street restaurant scene to street festivals and the Saturday growers market.
Highlights
Downtown dining
Dozens of independent restaurants, bars and cafés within a few walkable blocks.
Historic architecture
Federal, Greek Revival and Victorian buildings throughout the borough’s historic district.
Choice of settings
Borough walkability or township space — same school district, very different day-to-day.