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Rustic township near the West Virginia-Pennsylvania border
Founded in 1781 as one of the original 13 townships in Washington County, Smith Township continues to embrace a small-town feel. The township features several residential villages, and fewer than 5,000 people live among its rolling farmlands, towering forests and sprawling State Game Lands. “The houses there are definitely more spread out, and people like the privacy,” says Celeste Rosen, a Realtor with Re/Max Select Realty with over 14 years of experience in the industry. While the community feels secluded in its verdant landscapes, residents are less than 30 miles west of Pittsburgh and have access to Pennsylvania Route 18, which bisects the township and is lined by mom-and-pop shops and restaurants.
As of the 2020 census, the population of Smith Township was 4,224.
A bicycle stands on the sidewalk along Route 18 in the neighborhood of Smith Township.
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A mix of single-family homes with spacious lots
Most homes in Smith Township were built between the turn of the 20th century and the mid-1900s. Dutch Colonials and rustic cottages embrace their countryside setting, while traditional ranch-style and split-level homes feature a mix of brick and vinyl siding. Lots average half an acre, and most properties take advantage of their natural surroundings with spacious porches or decks. Prices in the township typically range from $145,000 for a smaller cottage to $400,000 for a custom-built property with several acres of land. “The price of homes in Smith Township is better than in the surrounding townships,” Rosen says. The average value of homes in Smith Township is about $198,000, while neighboring communities like Robinson Township and Hanover Township average upwards of $230,000. The township has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Cottages are a very popular home style that you can find in Smith Township.
Large farm houses can be found in the rolling hills of Smith Township.
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Proximity to State Game Land and the Panhandle Trail
Between the residential villages of Smith Township are expansive swaths of State Game Land. In the northwestern corner of the township is State Game Lands 117, which covers nearly 3,000 acres and allows residents with hunting licenses or range-use permits to hunt native game such as white-tailed deer, turkey and ring-necked pheasants. A paved section of the Panhandle Trail weaves through the township, connecting the communities of Bulger, Joffree and Burgettstown. The entire trail system spans 29 miles and follows the path of the former Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis Railway, more commonly known as the Panhandle Route. While trains no longer traverse the route, the trail is now a popular spot for walkers, runners and bikers.
Smith Township surrounds the borough of Burgettstown, which covers less than 1 square mile along PA 18. Burgettstown Community Park has a playground, basketball court and a covered pavilion. Just down the street is the Burgettstown Community Library, which offers book clubs and educational programming for all ages. Kids can also join local athletic leagues such as the Burgettstown Area Youth Soccer Association and the Burgettstown Area Youth Baseball and Softball Association.
Smith Township has plenty of opportunity to hunt in the Game Lands area of town.
Bikers pass through Smith Township on the Panhandle Trail.
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Vocational programs at the Western Area Career & Technological Center
Smith Township is served by the Burgettstown Area School District, which earns a C-minus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Kids can begin their education at Burgettstown Area Elementary Center before moving on to Burgettstown Area Middle/High School, both of which score a C from Niche. Students in 10th through 12th grade can apply for half-day sessions at the Western Area Career & Technological Center, a technical school with programs in fields such as automotive mechanics, cosmetology and welding.
Young students enjoy learning in their beautiful elementary school in Burgettstown.
Junior and senior high school students gather together on this beautiful campus in Burgettstown.
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Summer concert series at The Pavilion at Star Lake
Just 6 miles from Smith Township is The Pavilion at Star Lake, an expansive outdoor amphitheater hosting the sounds of the Steel City. “That’s huge and a nice feature of the area,” Rosen says. Its summer concert season showcases big names, including past performances from country music stars like Kenny Chesney and rock bands like the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
The Pavilion at Star Lake is a popular concert venue where people from Smith Township go.
Lady Liberty can be found as a small monument in the heart of Smith Township.
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Access to Pennsylvania Route 18 and Downtown Pittsburgh
Smith Township lacks public transportation and is largely car-dependent. Pennsylvania Route 18 – locally known as Smith Township State Road – bisects the township and winds through acres of rolling farmland. U.S. Route 22 runs along the township’s northern edge and provides access to major thoroughfares such as Pennsylvania Route 576 and Interstate 376. With highway access, residents are about 25 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh and 12 miles from Pittsburgh International Airport.
Route 18 is the main road for travelers through Smith Township.
The town of Burgettstown sits in the heart of Smith Township.
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Roadside favorites along Pennsylvania Route 18
Small restaurants and farm-fresh markets sit along PA 18. Bert’s Hot Dog Shop is a roadside stop known for its footlong hot dogs topped with chili and cheese, while T’s Locker Room is a local institution where residents can watch live streams of the Burgettstown Blue Devils competing in high school athletics. Fresh produce fills the shelves at The Kauffman Family Marketplace, an Amish country store selling everything from handcrafted furniture to bulk foods and made-to-order deli sandwiches. Over in Burgettstown, Walden's at 1709 Main sits along the Panhandle Trail and serves classic diner foods. For groceries, Petrucci's IGA sells the essentials. Big-box shops in Robinson Township are less than 20 miles away, and The Mall at Robinson features over 150 retailers. Just across the street from the mall are Aldi and Costco.
Bert’s Hot Dog Shop in Smith Township is famous for their foot long dogs.
Residents of Smith Township visit the near by Bavington Road House for cold drinks.
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Parks in this Area
Hillman State Park
Burgettstown Community Park
Viking Ballfield
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Parking Lot
Hanover Township Community Park
Midway Park
Panhandle Trail-Midway
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
37 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Smith Township
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Smith Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Smith Township, Bulger sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Smith Township, Bulger over the last 12 months is $167,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,667
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,694
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,234
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
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