Summit Township Houses for Sale

Summit Township in East Butler, PA, is characterized by its rural charm and variety of home styles, including ranch-style, Cape Cod, and bi-level homes, mostly built between the 1950s and 1990s. The Rustling Oaks subdivision features New Traditional homes. The area is known for its privacy, with most properties sitting on nearly an acre of land. Summit Township has a crime rate lower than the national average. While there are no public parks within the township, residents enjoy the Butler-Freeport Community Trail, a 21-mile rail trail ideal for walking, running, and cycling. The Summit Township Sportsman’s Club offers hunting, fishing, and shooting ranges, while State Game Land 164 is a popular hunting destination. Golf enthusiasts can visit Hiland Golf Course. Local amenities include a Dollar General, Herman Mini Mart, and several dining options like The Bonniebrook diner, Anna Marie's Winery and Cafe, and Corner Cones ice cream stand. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents head to nearby Butler, less than 10 miles away, which features Butler Commons and Moraine Pointe Plaza. Community events are held at the East Butler Sports Complex and the East Butler Volunteer Fire Company. The township is served by the Butler Area School District, with schools offering various programs, including an Early College Pioneer program in partnership with Butler County Community College. The rural setting means residents rely on cars for transportation, with U.S. Route 422 and Pennsylvania Route 356 providing access to Butler and Pittsburgh, which is about 40 miles away.