Yardley Woods and Regency at Yardley sit next to each other in Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, PA. Their walking and biking trails physically connect, so residents can walk from one community to the other.
They share a location. They do not share the same lifestyle.
Yardley Woods, built by Ryan Homes, is a smaller community of approximately 62 attached townhomes. Regency at Yardley, built by Toll Brothers, offers both single-family homes and attached carriage homes, along with a gated entrance and a 12,000-square-foot clubhouse.
Buyers compare these communities constantly. The real question is not which builder is “better.” It is which philosophy fits your life.
Yardley Woods vs. Regency at Yardley: Quick Comparison
| Feature | Yardley Woods | Regency at Yardley |
|---|---|---|
| Builder | Ryan Homes | Toll Brothers |
| Home types | Attached townhomes only | Single-family homes and carriage homes |
| Approximate size | 2,198–3,445 sq. ft. | 1,626–2,716 sq. ft. |
| Bedrooms | 3–4 | 2–5, depending on plan |
| Construction era | Approximately 2019–2020 | Approximately 2011–2023 |
| Price range | Mid-$700,000s to mid-$800,000s | Low-$600,000s to low-$900,000s |
| Basements | Finished basements are a major feature | Verify finished lower-level options by plan |
| Amenities | Trails, ponds, woods, and greenspace | Clubhouse, pools, fitness, tennis, bocce, and trails |
| Gated | No | Yes |
| Community size | Approximately 62 homes | Approximately 191 single homes and 170 carriage homes |
| Ownership | Fee-simple townhome ownership | Confirm for the specific home type |
| Social atmosphere | Quiet, intimate, low-key | Organized, active, and amenity-centered |
Prices, fees, square footage, finishes, and plan details vary by individual home. Always verify the details for the specific property you are considering.
1. The Product: Townhome Living or a Choice of Home Types?
This is the first decision.
Yardley Woods offers townhomes only. These are not small attached homes. The community’s plans range from approximately 2,198 to 3,445 square feet, with three or four bedrooms, up to 3.5 baths, two-car garages, loft spaces, and finished basements.
Every home includes a first-floor owner’s suite. That makes daily living easier now and supports aging in place later.
Regency gives you more product choices:
- Detached single-family homes
- Attached carriage homes
- Smaller and larger floor plans
- Two- to five-bedroom configurations
- First-floor owner suites in many plans
If you want a detached home with your own yard, Regency is the only option between these two communities.
If you want an attached home, both communities deserve a close look.
2. Size: Yardley Woods Is Larger, but Regency Offers More Bedroom Flexibility
Yardley Woods starts at approximately 2,198 square feet and reaches about 3,445 square feet. That is a significant amount of space for a 55+ townhome.
In fact, Yardley Woods’ smallest home is more than 500 square feet larger than Regency’s smallest advertised plan of approximately 1,626 square feet.
That extra space can matter if you are:
- Downsizing from a 3,000- to 3,500-square-foot home
- Keeping a dedicated office
- Hosting children or grandchildren
- Maintaining a hobby room
- Wanting a finished lower level for recreation or storage
Regency, however, can offer up to five bedrooms in certain plans. That may be more useful than raw square footage for multigenerational living, frequent guests, or buyers who want several private rooms.
Do not compare only the community-wide square-footage ranges. Compare the actual floor plans. A 2,400-square-foot home with an efficient layout may work better for you than a larger home filled with formal rooms you rarely use.
3. Price: These Are Not the Same Entry-Level Buyer
Regency generally starts in the low $600,000s. Yardley Woods generally starts in the mid-$700,000s.
That means the entry point at Yardley Woods can be roughly $100,000 to $200,000 higher, depending on the home, upgrades, lot, and current market conditions.
Regency can reach the low $900,000s at the upper end. So the communities overlap at higher price points, but they are not identical choices for a buyer with a strict budget.
At Yardley Woods, the premium may buy you:
- Newer construction
- More square footage
- A finished basement
- Modern energy systems
- A fee-simple townhome
- A smaller, more private setting
At Regency, your money may buy:
- A detached home
- A lower entry price
- Access to extensive amenities
- A gated community
- A plan with more bedrooms
- Toll Brothers finishes and established landscaping
We recommend comparing the total monthly cost, not just the purchase price. Include taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, maintenance, and any planned upgrades.
4. Basements: Yardley Woods’ Headline Advantage
Finished basements are rare in many 55+ communities. Yardley Woods makes them one of its strongest selling points.
A finished lower level can become:
- A television or recreation room
- A guest area
- A home gym
- A craft or workshop space
- A private office
- Seasonal storage
- A place for family visits
This is one reason Yardley Woods can feel more like a single-family home than a traditional townhome.
Regency at Yardley plans and resale homes vary. Some homes may offer finished lower levels, while others may not. Ask directly about:
- Finished square footage
- Ceiling height
- Egress windows
- Walk-out access
- Moisture history
- Sump pumps and drainage
- Whether finished space is included in the public tax record
Do not assume that one Regency floor plan has the same basement features as another.
5. Clubhouse or Woods? This Is the Philosophical Split
Regency at Yardley has a substantial amenity package:
- Approximately 12,000-square-foot clubhouse
- Indoor and outdoor pools
- Fitness center
- Group exercise space
- Tavern and club rooms
- Billiards and card areas
- Library
- Tennis courts
- Bocce
- Walking trails
This is a true resort-style active-adult lifestyle. You can meet neighbors, join activities, exercise, swim, and build a social calendar without leaving the community.
Yardley Woods has no clubhouse. Its amenities are the natural setting:
- Wooded surroundings
- Ponds
- Greenspace
- Walking and biking trails
- A quieter neighborhood atmosphere
This is not a quality difference. It is a values difference.
Choose Regency if you will use the clubhouse, pools, fitness center, and activities. Choose Yardley Woods if you prefer privacy, nature, and a more low-key social environment.
A large amenity package can also represent a significant portion of monthly HOA fees. Confirm the current fee, what it includes, the last three years of increases, the reserve study, and any pending special assessments before buying.
6. Construction Era, Energy Efficiency, and Warranty
Yardley Woods was built around 2019–2020. Ryan Homes’ BuiltSmart program includes:
- Nest energy-saving thermostats
- Modern insulation
- High-efficiency windows and doors
- Modern HVAC systems
- Energy-conscious construction methods
Ryan Homes also provided a 10-year structural warranty. Buyers should confirm what warranty coverage remains and whether any claims were made on the specific home.
Regency homes were built over a longer period, approximately 2011–2023. That means the age of the roof, HVAC, water heater, windows, and appliances can vary considerably.
Older Regency homes may have something Yardley Woods does not: a longer track record of ownership and completed updates. A well-maintained resale with a newer roof and renovated systems can be an excellent value.
Ask for service records. Do not rely on the community’s average construction date.
7. Finishes and Ownership Structure
Yardley Woods homes feature:
- Hardwood flooring in main living areas
- Quartz kitchen countertops
- Expansive islands
- Premium cabinetry
- Optional Roman showers
- Tray ceilings
- Sunrooms
- Fireplaces
- Loft spaces
- Sundecks
Because these were built around the same era, the homes may feel more consistent from one property to another.
Regency is a Toll Brothers community, but resale finishes can vary widely. Two homes with the same floor plan may feel completely different based on original design selections, renovations, flooring, appliances, and bath updates.
Yardley Woods also offers fee-simple townhome ownership. Owners own the structure and the ground beneath the home, not just the interior airspace. Confirm the exact ownership and maintenance structure for the specific Regency home, especially when comparing a carriage home with a detached home.
8. Maintenance and HOA Questions to Ask
Yardley Woods’ HOA covers:
- Lawn care
- Snow removal
- Trash removal
- Common-area maintenance
- Exterior home maintenance, including roof, siding, and gutters
For Regency, confirm what applies to the specific product type. Exterior maintenance coverage can differ between single-family and carriage homes.
Before making an offer in either community, request:
- Current HOA fee schedule
- Last three years of fee increases
- Reserve study
- Recent budgets and meeting minutes
- Pending or recent special assessments
- Insurance coverage
- Maintenance responsibilities
- Rules for exterior changes
- Trail and amenity access rules
We also recommend hiring the appropriate professionals for legal, financial, insurance, and inspection advice.
9. Location: Essentially a Tie
Both communities are in Lower Makefield Township with Yardley-area addresses. Both offer convenient access to:
- Route 1
- I-95
- Route 413
- Downtown Yardley
- Newtown
- Shady Brook Farm
- New Jersey bridges
- Trenton-Mercer Airport
- Philadelphia International Airport
Philadelphia is often approximately 30–40 minutes away, traffic permitting. New York City is feasible as a day trip.
The location does not decide this comparison. The home, amenities, ownership structure, and monthly costs do.
Who Belongs in Each Community?
Yardley Woods may fit you if:
- You want maximum square footage
- You want a finished basement
- You are downsizing from a larger home
- You want a first-floor owner suite
- You prefer quiet woods and trails
- You do not want to pay for amenities you will rarely use
- You want newer construction and energy-efficient systems
- You want fee-simple ownership
- You value privacy over a built-in social calendar
- Price sensitivity is moderate to low
Regency at Yardley may fit you if:
- You want a detached home or carriage home
- You want a gated entrance
- You will use the clubhouse, pools, fitness center, and tennis courts
- You want a lower entry price
- You want an established active-adult social scene
- You are comfortable comparing finishes from one resale to another
- You want more floor-plan and bedroom-count choices
- You appreciate Toll Brothers’ design and construction reputation
The honest third answer
If you want a smaller, simpler, mostly single-level home in the 1,100- to 1,600-square-foot range, neither community may be the right fit.
You may want to compare options such as Village of Southampton, Forest Ridge, or Avenrowe.
Avenrowe is especially scarce: only 80 homes were built between 1999 and 2000, there is no room for additional development, and demand for single-story housing remains high in the Bucks County 55+ market. Inventory can be limited, and buyers may face a waiting list when the right home is not immediately available.
For Village of Southampton, check the association’s reserve health, fee increase history, special assessments, elevator maintenance contract, and elevator service history. Those details matter in a 49-unit, three-building condominium community.
A Note for Sellers: Do Not Overimprove
If you are selling your current home before buying in Yardley Woods or Regency, be selective with pre-sale improvements.
As a practical rule, skip projects that:
- Cost more than 1% of your home’s value, and
- Return less than 75% of the project cost
In those situations, a repair credit may be smarter than completing the work yourself. We can help you decide what buyers are likely to notice, what should be repaired, and what is not worth the expense.
The Trail Connection Is a Genuine Perk
The paths between Yardley Woods and Regency at Yardley make this location unusual. Residents of each community can enjoy the connected greenspace network without driving to another park.
That does not automatically mean that Regency clubhouse or pool access transfers to Yardley Woods residents. Confirm trail routing, access rules, guest rules, and amenity privileges with each HOA.
Still, the connection is meaningful. You can choose the privacy of Yardley Woods and remain next door to Regency’s larger neighborhood environment.
Ready to Compare Yardley Woods and Regency?
Both communities are largely built out. Yardley Woods has approximately 62 homes, and available resales do not appear every day. Regency at Yardley has more total homes, but the right floor plan, lot, finish package, or detached home can still disappear quickly.
We wish we had more inventory in both communities!
The Swain Team knows Yardley Woods and Regency at Yardley. We can:
- Show you available homes in both communities
- Compare floor plans
- Review HOA documents
- Explain fee and maintenance differences
- Help you evaluate a finished basement
- Coordinate your sale and purchase
- Add you to a waiting list or coming-soon alert
Call or text Christina Swain at 215-757-7257. You can also email info@BucksCountyBoomers.com.
We are more than willing to help you compare these two neighboring 55+ communities before the right opportunity is gone.