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Coaldale

Coaldale

Located in Schuylkill County

$112,035 Average Value
$80 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Coaldale has generational roots and rural charm

As the name suggests, Coaldale was founded as a coal company town by the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company. The Schuylkill County borough saw rapid growth throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries as miners moved in and the town’s economy revolved around the coal industry. Today, the mines have shuttered, but their legacy remains in museums and in the town’s heritage. Surrounded by the mountains, this community is scenic and almost entirely residential. “It’s a very historic and rural area,” says Realtor Jill Saunders with Saunders Real Estate, who was born and raised in the area. “A lot of people have lived there their whole lives, and their families have roots in the coal industry.”

Coaldale’s mining legacy is visible in the surrounding hillsides.
Coaldale’s mining legacy is visible in the surrounding hillsides.
The Veteran’s and Women’s Memorial honors Coaldale’s legacy of service and sacrifice.
The Veteran’s and Women’s Memorial honors Coaldale’s legacy of service and sacrifice.
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Indoor fun, outdoor spaces and a historic mining museum

Opened in 1949, the Angela Theatre is more than just a movie house. While it still screens new releases, the theatre offers a VR arena where visitors can play in a 360-degree digital environment. There’s also drone soccer, in which players pilot drones in hopes of scoring goals and dodging opponents. The Coaldale Complex on High Street features a playground, soccer field and basketball court. Nearby, Black Diamond Park features a grassy green space where visitors can picnic or throw a ball around, as well as tennis courts.


The No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in nearby Lansford traces the area’s coal mining roots. Located within an old mine, the museum offers an immersive experience in which visitors travel 1,600 feet into the mountain in a rail car. “They used to be powered by donkeys, but now they’re electric,” Saunders says. “You go deep down into the mines.” The museum also hosts the Coal Miners Heritage Festival in September. The event includes coal-shoveling contests, sack races, folk music and demonstrations that celebrate the region’s mining culture.

In Coaldale, Angela Theatre’s concession stand has snacks and beverages available for purchase during shows.
In Coaldale, Angela Theatre’s concession stand has snacks and beverages available for purchase during shows.
Families can enjoy each other's company while using the swing at Coaldale Complex.
Families can enjoy each other's company while using the swing at Coaldale Complex.
Lansford's No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum is about a mile from most places in Coaldale.
Lansford's No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum is about a mile from most places in Coaldale.
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Budget-friendly fixer-uppers and move-in-ready homes

Homes in Coaldale sit on sidewalk-lined streets, within walking distance of churches and historic buildings. The community offers detached and attached rowhouses, ranch-style homes and a few Victorians. Front porches and small yards are common. Many properties do not have driveways, so residents typically park on the street. For under $100,000, homebuyers can find a home in need of major repairs. Move-in-ready properties or those requiring minimal updates can range in price from $120,000 to $230,000.

Multi-family homes in Coaldale offer affordable living with shared amenities.
Multi-family homes in Coaldale offer affordable living with shared amenities.
American four square homes in Coaldale offer spacious layouts and classic charm.
American four square homes in Coaldale offer spacious layouts and classic charm.
Renovated homes in Coaldale offer budget-friendly opportunities for buyers.
Renovated homes in Coaldale offer budget-friendly opportunities for buyers.
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Panther Valley School District serves community

Coaldale students are zoned for the Panther Valley School District. They can attend Panther Valley Elementary, Panther Valley Intermediate and Panther Valley Junior Senior High School. All three schools receive C ratings from Niche. The high school offers Advanced Placement courses and dual enrollment classes with Lehigh Carbon Community College.

Panther Valley Elementary School boasts a student to teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Panther Valley Elementary School boasts a student to teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Panther Valley Middle School serves Coaldale students in grades five through eight.
Panther Valley Middle School serves Coaldale students in grades five through eight.
Panther Valley Junior/Senior High School offers AP and dual enrollment classes.
Panther Valley Junior/Senior High School offers AP and dual enrollment classes.
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Casual dining close to home, essentials in nearby Lansford

Coaldale is primarily residential, with little commercial presence. Rod & Gun Inn, a cozy dive bar, is the local watering hole, open Thursday to Sunday and hosting cornhole tournaments. In Lansford, the next town over, there’s a Boyer’s Food Markets grocery store, some local businesses and a few more dining options, like Coal Miners Bar & Grill. This relaxed restaurant serves American fare. It’s a 20-mile drive to Pottsville, where residents will find a greater concentration of shopping and dining options in a city setting. In case of emergency, St. Luke’s Minters Campus Emergency Room is in Coaldale.

Tommy’s Restaurant in Coaldale offers comfort food and a welcoming local vibe.
Tommy’s Restaurant in Coaldale offers comfort food and a welcoming local vibe.
Boyer’s Food Markets in nearby Lansford is a go-to for groceries and essentials.
Boyer’s Food Markets in nearby Lansford is a go-to for groceries and essentials.
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Regional routes and proximity to major cities

Coaldale is a car-dependent town. U.S. Route 209 runs east-west through the community and leads toward other small towns in the region. Buses along this road lead to the nearby towns of Lansford, Lehighton and Jim Thorpe. Coaldale is about 43 miles from Allentown, 80 miles from Harrisburg and 91 miles from Philadelphia. For air travel, Lehigh Valley International Airport is about 37 miles southeast.

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Coaldale Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$115,000
Median Sale Price
$114,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$115,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
60
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$80

Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
982
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,469
Significantly below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,429
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Coaldale Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,572
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,879
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,481

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.6%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
23''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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