Why Live in Cabbage Hill
Cabbage Hill in Lancaster is a diverse neighborhood characterized by a mix of 1940s rowhomes, Colonial Revival Cape Cods, and modern townhouses, creating a varied streetscape. The community is close-knit, with residents often looking out for one another. Home values have remained steady, with most two- and three-bedroom homes selling between $130,000 and $220,000. Local dining options include J & J Mofongo, known for its Puerto Rican cuisine, and Alfred and Sam’s Italian Bakery, a staple since the 1950s. For shopping and entertainment, residents frequent the nearby Manor Shopping Center, which includes Weis Markets and Regal Manor movie theater. While Cabbage Hill itself hosts few events, residents enjoy nearby activities such as First Friday downtown and the Greek Food Bazaar in Prospect Heights. The neighborhood is walkable and relatively bikeable, with bus routes provided by Red Rose Transit and access to Lancaster Amtrak station for commuting. Harrisburg International Airport is approximately 33 miles away, and Lancaster General Hospital is just 2 miles from the neighborhood. Culliton Park, featuring Conlin Field, offers baseball, basketball, a splash pool, and playgrounds, while Lancaster County Central Park, 2 miles away, provides extensive outdoor activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cabbage Hill a good place to live?
Cabbage Hill is a good place to live. Cabbage Hill is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable. Cabbage Hill has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 33.9 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $61,096 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Cabbage Hill are renters, with 64.6% of residents renting and 35.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cabbage Hill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cabbage Hill neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cabbage Hill?
The median home price in Cabbage Hill is $460,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $92,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,380 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $102K a year to afford the median home price in Cabbage Hill. The average household income in Cabbage Hill is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Cabbage Hill?
The best public schools that serve Cabbage Hill are:
- McCaskey High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Fulton El School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Reynolds Middle School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in Cabbage Hill?
The best private schools that serve Cabbage Hill are:
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Are home prices dropping in Cabbage Hill?
Yes, home prices in Cabbage Hill are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cabbage Hill, PA
On average, homes in Cabbage Hill, Lancaster sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cabbage Hill, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $364,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$364,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$441,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$377,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$329,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$460,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%