Cochranville offers scenic countryside and slower-paced living
Enveloped by farmland and rolling hills, Cochranville offers a homey atmosphere in the rural countryside of West Fallowfield Township in Chester County. Locals love the quaint town for its beautiful scenery and slow-paced environment. “I love the openness and the visuals,” says local tie-dye artist, Domenic Russo, known by locals as the Tie-dye Guy. “You’ve got gorgeous farms with animals like horses and cows everywhere. It’s very nice and the surroundings don’t interrupt your flow.”
Colonials fill the residential streets of Cochranville, some with dormer windows.
Farming is a big part of everyday life in Cochranville, with acres of farmland in the area.
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Homes are surrounded by sprawling farmland
You can enjoy the stunning views from your own home, with many houses located right next to sprawling corn fields and other farms. Others have acres of ample yard space surrounded by trees. Many of these single-family homes were built in the early-to-late 1900s, which include a majority of Cape Cods, split-level and ranch-style homes. They typically range anywhere from $250,000 to $450,000. Closer to the heart of town, you’ll find Colonial-style homes from the 1800s. They start at around $200,000 without any recent modifications. Those with renovated interiors while maintaining their 19th-century charm on the outside usually sell for around $300,000 to $350,000.
Enjoy a strong sense of privacy in an old Colonial home in Cochranville.
A charming rancher with a sizable yard on Steelville Road in Cochranville.
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Limestone Pizza & Grille and Pasquale's are staples for warm pies
Speaking of renovations, those looking to make some or a quick repair can visit True Value in the center of town for tools and supplies. There’s also a Turkey Hill gas station for quick convenience items. When you want to dine out, there are two local Italian restaurants to choose from. Limestone Pizza & Grille opens at 8 a.m. for those hungry for breakfast. It’s also a favorite for Italian-American eats like cheesesteaks and pizza. You can also try Pasquale’s Pizza just down the street, another popular spot with similar food. For groceries, folks head out to the countryside to shop at local farm markets. Maple Arch Farm Market has everything you need from meat, fruits, vegetables and canned goods. You’ll find even more produce at North Star Orchard, which harvests more than 200 varieties of apples.
Limestone Pizza in Cochranville features plenty of outdoor seating for a nice day.
Pasquales Pizza in Cochranville has a colorful and vibrant interior, making it a local favorite.
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Wolf's Hollow Park has miles of trails among woods
Despite the abundance of farmland, locals have access to 569 acres of mature woodland at Wolf’s Hollow Park. With ten miles of trails, you can hike under a canopy of trees by trickling creeks. You may even make your way to the historic Mercer’s Mill Covered Bridge, built in the 19th century. Kids can have fun at West Fallowfield Community Center, which offers a public playground, ball field and an open field for running around.
See a beautiful monarch at the Butterfly Garden in Wolf's Hollow County Park in Cochranville.
Pick from a variety of over 200 apples at North Star Orchard in Cochranville.
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Students may attend Octorara schools
Students are served by the Octorara Area School District, with all four of its schools located right next to each other and rated a B- from Niche. They include a primary learning center for kindergarten through second-grade students, Octorara Elementary School, which teaches third and fourth-grade classes, Octorara Intermediate School, a fifth and sixth-grade school, and Octorara Area Junior-Senior High School.
Octorara Elementary School hosts Cochranville students in grades 3-4.
Cochranville students in grades 5-6 in head to Octorara Intermediate School.
Octorara Junior-Senior High School serves Cochranville resident students.
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Cochranville Fire Company Mud Sale is an annual tradition
With Cochranville being a small town of about 500 people, Russo explains how the community makes all the difference. He says, “People here are very respectful and it’s expected that we all do the right thing. It’s in the nature of the community to follow the rules and look out for each other.” One way the community bands together is during the traditional Cochranville Fire Company Mud Sale. People come together for the annual auction, which includes anything from furniture to horses, to raise money for the volunteer fire department.
Community is over 20 miles from Lancaster
Though Cochranville is located in Chester County, the mud sale is a tradition with roots that stem from nearby Lancaster County. The actual city of Lancaster is about 26 miles west. You’re also relatively close to Philadelphia, with it being a 50-mile drive east.
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On average, homes in Cochranville, PA sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Cochranville, PA over the last 12 months is $510,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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