Jason Burkholder
Hometown Property Sales
(223) 217-5657
164 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$349,000 Price
Clay
Located in Lancaster County
$433,033
Average Value
$185
Average Price per Sq Ft
Clay will have you waking up every morning to Lancaster County’s picturesque rural countryside, with the relaxing ambiance of sprawling farmland and the distant Appalachian Mountains.
“It’s the epitome of Lancaster County,” says Susan Allison, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. “The countryside is stunningly beautiful. And it’s the kind of place you can buy fresh eggs from a farm stand on the side of the road.”
Farms surround pockets of housing developments giving this beautiful country town a touch of suburban living. The developments were completed in the early 2000s, featuring various craftsman-style homes with two-car garages. Large contemporary town houses and duplexes range from $250,000 to $300,000. A single-story home with 1,500 square feet of living space sells for around $350,000 to $400,000. If you need more space, you can get a 3,000-square-foot, two-story home with four bedrooms starting at $400,000 and selling for up to $500,000. Each home comes with a back deck, some offering stunning views of cornfields just inches from your yard. Other parts of Clay feature a variety of single-family homes from the mid-to-late 1900s, such as Cape Cods, colonials and ranch-style houses with spacious one-acre yards. These sell for anywhere from $350,000 to $450,000.
Route 322 runs through the heart of Clay, providing easy access to a few shops, restaurants and farmer’s markets. Start your morning at Stonehouse Café with a latte in the restaurant’s rustic, yet chic atmosphere. Later, stop by Pepe’s for a pizza, cheesesteak or wings, among other Italian-American eats. When you’re ready for dessert, visit Fox Meadows Creamery and try the famous hand-crafted ice cream made from its on-site dairy farm. Enjoy your treat in the cozy outdoor seating area while kids play on the playground. While you’re there, be sure to check out the country market to shop for local products. You’ll find more fresh fruits, vegetables and canned goods at Horst Produce. Or you can stop by Sharp Shopper Grocery Outlet, which has been selling discounted closeout products since 1988.
Soak in more of the beautiful farm views at Snyder Park as you go for a stroll along the paved walkway. Gather with friends and family to celebrate a special occasion under the pavilion beside the playground, where kids can run around and burn energy. The park is also frequently filled with loved ones cheering on children playing sports through Ephrata Youth Soccer Club and Lancaster County Youth Baseball.
When playtime is over, kids attend Clay Elementary School, located right next to the park. They go on to Ephrata Middle and Senior High School. Each school boasts a B to B+ rating from Niche. The high school is ranked the seventh-best public high school of 17 in the Lancaster area. It’s also rated above the state average regarding college readiness, according to GreatSchools.
It’s about a 15-mile scenic drive through beautiful open farmland to get to the City of Lancaster. You’ll likely have to pass a tractor or horse and buggy every now and then, but that’s all part of living in Lancaster County’s Amish Country. Those seeking a laid-back lifestyle in a town that blends a rural and suburban atmosphere will find Clay to be a wonderful place to settle down.
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Nicolas Stuart
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jason Burkholder
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Anne Lusk
Anne Lusk
Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty
(717) 935-8473
645 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$440,000 Price
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Jennifer King
Jennifer King
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX of Reading
(717) 892-5657
401 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$425,000 Price
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Keith Snyder
Keith Snyder
Responds QuicklyKingsway Realty - Ephrata
(717) 949-7412
218 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$340,000 Price
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Mark Will
Mark Will
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(223) 216-5022
460 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$408,150 Price
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Sue Gunselman
Sue Gunselman
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(717) 696-1414
19 Total Sales
1 in Clay
$130,500 Price
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- K to 4th
- Public
- 5th to 9th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Clay Housing Trends
On average, homes in Clay, PA sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Clay, PA over the last 12 months is $423,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$423,500
Median Sale Price
$423,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$470,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$369,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Homes for Sale
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Clay Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,023
Median Age
40
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,241
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,893
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
