Less than 5 miles from the capital of Pennsylvania, Colonial Park offers quick access to Harrisburg and one of the area’s largest shopping hubs. Part of greater Lower Paxton Township, the community has seen an influx of new residents looking to move close to the capital city. According to the U.S. Census, the area’s population increased by nearly 23% -- to 16,243 residents -- from 2010 to 2020. “Development in town has increased recently; there’s a lot of new construction and new businesses,” says Ysmaine Domiciano, Broker/Owner with NextHome Dream Seekers Realty, who’s been working as a Realtor in the area for over a decade.
Many people here commute to Harrisburg for work, where major employers include local government, health care and the University of Pittsburgh. Around Lower Paxton Township, jobs in retail, finance and health care are available.
Less than 5 miles from the capital of Pennsylvania, Colonial Park offers quick access to Harrisburg.
The population of Colonial Park has grown by more than 20% since 2010 to a population of around 16,000.
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Older and newer homes below the state median
Homebuyers can find Cape Cods and ranch-style homes from the early- to mid-1900s, as well as contemporary-style homes that are still being built. Older properties may have to rely on street parking, while newer styles have driveways and occasional garages. Single-family homes tend to stay on the market for around a month. The median price is $270,000, which is below the state and national medians.
Post-World War II Cape Cods are located in tight-knit Colonial Park.
Large, luxury custom single-family homes are being built to accommodate the influx of new residents to Colonial Park.
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Shopping and dining along U.S. Route 22
Along U.S. Route 22, the massive Paxton Towne Centre includes a Target and Home Depot along with other national store and restaurant chains. Colonial Park Mall includes a Boscov's department store and a movie theather among its other shops, services and restaurants. Popular local food spots in the community include CD Pizza and House of Brews, El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant and Frederic Loraschi Chocolate.
CD Pizza and House of Brews is a popular lunch spot for diners of Colonial Park.
Along U.S. Route 22, the massive Paxton Towne Centre includes big box stores like Target for Colonial Park shoppers.
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Highly rated school district
Students can attend the Central Dauphin School District, which earns a B-plus from Niche. Around 12,000 students attend 13 elementary schools, four middle schools and two high schools.
Central Dauphin East Senior High School provides academic opportunity for students grade 9-12.
With a B+ rating on Niche, Central Dauphin Middle School offers excellent academics.
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Commuting via Route 22
Commuters can take U.S. Route 22 into Harrisburg. Bus service to the Market Square Transfer Center in Harrisburg is accessible from Route 22 as well. “Traffic can get backed up on the main road, but it’s a reasonable sacrifice for being so close to what you need,” says Domiciano. UPMC Harrisburg is the closest hospital, located 5 miles west. Harrisburg International Airport is 8 miles south.
Community green space, close to Hersheypark
Brightbill Park is a 41-acre green space with sports facilities, a playground and a picnic area. ABC North Lanes is a popular bowling alley along Locust Lane. Just 5 miles north, Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area has an extensive, 12-mile trail system. And less than 10 miles east, Hersheypark is the largest amusement park in the state.
ABC North Lanes is a popular bowling alley with leagues, cosmic bowling and more in Colonial Park.
Brightbill Park in Colonial Park is a popular spot for dog walkers with its nature trail.
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Crime stats, local flood risks
According to data from Pennsylvania’s Uniform Crime Reporting System, from 2022 to 2023 violent offences increased by around 4% and property crime decreased by almost 9%. Colonial Park is susceptible to flooding from storm surge and nearby waterways. In late 2024, parts close to Colonial Park Mall experienced major flooding as a result of severe storms. Homeowners may qualify for discounted flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program.
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