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Saltlick Township

Saltlick Township

Rural Neighborhood in Champion, Pennsylvania

Fayette County 15462, 15469, 15490, 15610
$248,020 Average Value
$126 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale
The small-town ambiance of Saltlick contributes to its charming character.
The small-town ambiance of Saltlick contributes to its charming character.
Like much of Fayette County, Saltlick Township was once rich in coal and agriculture. Today, these industries have all but disappeared, leaving behind what Martie Cain, Secretary Treasurer of Saltlick Township and lifelong resident, describes as "…a collection of seven communities centered around themselves with unique identities, but complementing one another in a way that creates a tight-knit community."

While many families have been in Saltlick for generations, Cain feels that change is afoot. "Fayette County is a more depressed area in terms of overall wealth," admits Cain. "More young people are moving into cities like Pittsburgh, but on the other hand, we're getting people from Pittsburgh who want to leave the city for a quaint and quiet life. We're also seeing vacation rental investors."

Homes

Connected by winding roads heavy with trees and undergrowth, these smaller areas host what Cain calls "patch housing," or small clusters of homes surrounding post offices, churches or small businesses. The average home, which might be a 1970s ranch house with 1,300 square feet and three bedrooms, lists in the mid-$200,00s but can range in style and price from restored mid-19th century farmhouses with three bedrooms and a full basement for $175,000 to modern log cabins with three bedrooms for $375,000. You'll also find homes on farmsteads and private acreage. A three-bedroom ranch house with 2,000 square feet, custom finishings, outbuildings and a pool on 2 acres could cost you $220,000. Or, along the township's eastern border near the Seven Springs Mountain Resort, you can find luxury mountain estates with eight bedrooms, panoramic mountain views and 15 acres for $1.5 million or more.
Head to Saltlick Park for a friendly basketball game.
Head to Saltlick Park for a friendly basketball game.

Parks

Set against stunning mountain backdrops, these rental properties draw people from all over, but it's not just tourists who revel in rural beauty here. Cain says, "We're active, and you'll always find locals on the trails or trout fishing in Indian Valley Creek." The Indian Valley Creek Trail is one of the most popular destinations in the area for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing with 10 miles of paths slicing through shady forests and rocky outcrops. Just off the trail, C.W. Resh Park provides a tot-friendly playground tucked among tall trees and athletic courts that entertain bigger kids. A gazebo and several pavilions offer the perfect place to settle in with a good book while listening to the babbling creek nearby. You'll also find outdoor groups like the Indian Creek Valley Sportsman Club and the Indian Creek Valley ATV Club and camping at Mountain Pines Campground. Choose from tent sites, RV hook-ups or cabins and enjoy swimming, mini-golf, a snack shack, playgrounds, sports facilities, special events, theme weekends and fishing. Saltlick locals stay environmentally active, too, thanks to the Mountain Watershed Association, which has restored 70% of the Indian Creek Watershed since 1994. The association also hosts events, like trail walks, member parties, litter clean-ups, fly fishing workshops and community education

Transportation

Although many locals commute the 50 or so miles to Pittsburgh for work, a feat made easier because Pennsylvania Route 711 bisects the township, one of the largest employers in Saltlick is the Connellsville Area School District, where many local students attend.

Schools

Little learners can start at Springfield Elementary, which earns a C-rating from Niche. Middle schoolers head to Connellsville Area Middle, which earns a C-minus from Niche and offers dozens of clubs from athletics to arts to academics. Connellsville Area High School earns a C from Niche and gives students a head start with College in High School, a program that allows them to take early college courses.
Head over to G & D Market in Saltlick Township for everyday essentials.
Head over to G & D Market in Saltlick Township for everyday essentials.

Shopping and Dining

Retail and dining are scarce overall, but G&D Market has provided grocery staples since it started as a supply stop for coal miners. Today, it's still going strong and stays packed with friendly neighbors. The same holds true for the Creekside Grill, a homey diner serving down-home fare to locals and visitors alike. For more expansive options, you'll need to head 10 or 15 miles northwest to Mount Pleasant or southwest to Connellsville.

Crime

While Saltlick Township no longer offers the mining and agriculture it once did, it has retained its greatest treasures—verdant natural beauty and a close-knit community where you'll always feel at home.
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  • Valerie Thompson

    Valerie Thompson

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    (724) 530-3394

    38 Total Sales

    1 in Saltlick Township

    $281,000 Price

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  • Dan Waterhouse

    Dan Waterhouse

    REALTY ONE GROUP LANDMARK

    (724) 801-3906

    135 Total Sales

    1 in Saltlick Township

    $750,000 Price

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  • Brian Schmidt

    Brian Schmidt

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    RE/MAX HOME CENTER

    (412) 201-0713

    168 Total Sales

    1 in Saltlick Township

    $460,000 Price

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    Dan Haeck

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    (412) 912-2546

    492 Total Sales

    1 in Saltlick Township

    $440,000 Price

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    Beth Nichols

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    (412) 924-8152

    69 Total Sales

    2 in Saltlick Township

    $380K - $800K Price Range

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    651 Total Sales

    2 in Saltlick Township

    $120K - $467K Price Range

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Arnold Palmer Regional

43 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Saltlick Township US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Saltlick Township Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Saltlick Township, Champion sell after 190 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Saltlick Township, Champion over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$430,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$430,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
14%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$126

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
877
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,478
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,237
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,098
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
762
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,867
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,677
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,568

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
79.9%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
54%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

15 / 100
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