Douglass, PA Townhomes for Sale

Douglass Township, located in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is a rural community divided into northern and southern halves, each with distinct characteristics. The northern half predominantly features older homes, some dating back to the early 1900s, along with local businesses, while the southern half is characterized by newer houses and shopping centers. Home styles vary widely, with older farmhouses, Cape Cods, and ranch-style homes in the north, and colonial revivals in the south. Douglass Village is a 55-plus area with manufactured homes from the 2000s. The township has a crime score lower than the national average, making it a safer area. Douglass Park offers sports and recreation facilities including ballfields, courts for basketball, tennis, and volleyball, picnic areas, and playground equipment. Ironstone Park and Ganshahawny Park provide additional outdoor amenities, and the Schuylkill River Trail offers a multi-use path extending 120 miles. For indoor activities, residents can visit Jay Lanes bowling alley or the AMC movie theater in nearby Pottstown. Dining options include Little Oley Tavern, Yellow House Restaurant, and Gracie's 21st Century Cafe. Grocery shopping is available at Redner's Warehouse Markets and Kimberton Whole Foods, with more extensive options in Pottstown. Students attend Gilbertsville Elementary School, Boyertown Area Middle School West, and Boyertown Area Senior High School, which has its own YouTube channel. Commuting is facilitated by U.S. Route 422, connecting residents to Reading and Philadelphia, with Reading Regional Airport 15 miles away and Pottstown Hospital 5 miles east.