Cranberry Township

Cranberry Township

Located in Butler County

$482,461 Average Value
$221 Average Price per Sq Ft
78 Homes For Sale

Major highways and quiet subdivisions north of Pittsburgh

Established in 1804 and undergoing explosive development toward the end of the 20th century, Cranberry Township is better known for flourishing suburbs and destination shopping than the cranberry vines that once carpeted its waterways. “When you talk to folks around the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania about managing growth sustainably, Cranberry’s known for that,” says Dan Santoro, Cranberry Township’s Manager who has worked for the municipality since the 90s. “With that growth comes assets and amenities, the world-class parks that we built along the way – it’s a great place to live.” Cranberry Township’s ever-growing green spaces, commercial centers and public school amenities nurture modern suburbia 22 miles north of downtown Pittsburgh.

Aerial of Cranberry Township.
Aerial of Cranberry Township.
Cranberry Township has everything you will need in one neighborhood!
Cranberry Township has everything you will need in one neighborhood!
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Sprawling subdivisions of single-family homes and townhouses

While homebuyers can find the odd 19th century farmhouse and far-flung acreage, Cranberry Township is best known for its many cul-de-sac subdivisions. Homes built in the 1960s through 1980s take classic single-family forms including ranch-style homes and bi-levels, selling for $200,000 to $500,000. New Traditional homes with upward of four bedrooms became dominant in the 1990s through 2020s, selling for $370,000 to $1.7 million depending on square footage, lot size and age of construction. Townhouses in dozens of styles sell for $170,000 to $600,0000 depending on age and luxury levels. Many subdivisions are lined by narrow sidewalks, taking joggers and dog walkers on hilly routes past grassy lawns, maturing trees and shrub-planted gardening beds. Some residents opt out of communities with HOAs while others pay monthly fees, adhere to property rules and enjoy amenities like private parks and sports courts in neighborhoods like Autumn Hill and The Woodlands.

A cozy Victorian house in Cranberry Township.
A cozy Victorian house in Cranberry Township.
In Cranberry Township, Townhomes are becoming more popular.
In Cranberry Township, Townhomes are becoming more popular.
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Attending Seneca Valley School District

Kids can attend kindergarten through fourth grade at Rowan Elementary School which earns an A-minus from Niche, fifth and sixth grade at Haine Middle School which earns an A-minus, seventh and eighth grade at Ryan Gloyer Middle School which earns a B-plus, ninth and 10th grade at Seneca Valley Intermediate High School which earns an A-minus, and 11th and 12th grade at Seneca Valley Senior High School which earns an A-minus. The district takes pride in innovative facilities and programming, including hydroponics labs and composting initiatives at Rowan Elementary School which earned a Green Ribbon School designation from the U.S. Department of Education in 2024.

Rowan Elementary School has 555 students.
Rowan Elementary School has 555 students.
Ryan Gloyer Middle School is a public school for grades 7-8 and has a B+ rating from Niche.
Ryan Gloyer Middle School is a public school for grades 7-8 and has a B+ rating from Niche.
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Parks, Cranberry Township Pickleball Association and UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex

Sprawling community parks are strewn with walking trails, athletic fields, playgrounds and more unique amenities throughout the township, including North Boundary Park, known for its public pool and waterslides, and Cranberry Township Community Park, home to an off-leash area for puppy playdates. The 19 dedicated courts and 10 convertible courts at Graham Park’s UPMC Passavant Sportsplex cater to nearly 2,000 Cranberry Township Pickleball Association members. “We have one of the biggest pickleball associations in the northeast,” Santoro says. Golfers hit the green at the public Cranberry Highlands Golf Course. Hockey fans can catch a glimpse of a Pittsburgh Penguins practice or take to the ice themselves during league games and free skates at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex.

The kids will have a ball at the playground in Cranberry Township Community Park.
The kids will have a ball at the playground in Cranberry Township Community Park.
Cranberry Township Pickleball Association members face off at Graham Park.
Cranberry Township Pickleball Association members face off at Graham Park.
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Shopping and dining along Route 19 and Route 228

Between big-box stores and strip malls packed with retailers and restaurants, there isn’t much the Route 19 and Route 228 commercial corridor doesn’t have. Across from UPMC Passavant Cranberry, shoppers pick up groceries at Giant Eagle and ALDI or look for deals at HomeGoods and ULTA in the Cranberry Mall shopping plaza. Parking lots outside Costco, Target and Walmart are packed throughout the day. Alongside drive-throughs and national chains, regulars head to casual local chains like North Park Lounge and Primanti Bros. Foodies can choose between dozens of cuisines and dining experiences, including aquarium-side Chinese meals at Chen’s and fusion Mexican fare served alongside playful retrofuturistic murals of Cranberry’s upcoming space age at Condado Tacos. Several churches throughout the township hold religious services. Cranberry Township has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10 compared to the national average of 4.

At Streets of Cranberry, Condado servers delicious tacos and drinks.
At Streets of Cranberry, Condado servers delicious tacos and drinks.
Cranberry Twp residents who love cookies are regulars at Crumble.
Cranberry Twp residents who love cookies are regulars at Crumble.
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Major highway intersections and Pittsburgh commuting

Looping overpasses and merge points connect Interstate-79, the Pennsylvania Turnpike and routes 19 and 228 within Cranberry Township. “We're a regional economic center. More people commute into Cranberry every day than leave to work outside the township,” Santoro says. Pittsburgh commuters can merge onto I-79 toward Interstate-279 for a 22-mile drive downtown.

CTCC Community Days and Cranberry CUP Tournaments

While the township throws events throughout the year, the annual carnival, car cruise and concert series at CTCC Community Days each July are among the most anticipated. “We’ll push 70,000 people through the celebration in three days, and it ends in a fireworks display,” Santoro says. Also during the summer, the annual Cranberry CUP pits neighborhood associations and business sponsors against each other in a series of friendly athletic tournaments to raise money for local families experiencing financial hardship.

Planning around traffic

Roadways in Cranberry Township get backed up during peak hours in the morning and evening. “The township has been working on traffic management for 20-plus years,” Santoro says. “We use an intelligent management system that automatically adjusts to move traffic as efficiently as possible.” Commuters know to expect the worst of traffic around the Route 19 and Route 228 intersection and to plan around rush hour congestion on I-79 toward I-279.

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  • Sunday, May 25
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    127 Aberdeen Dr, Cranberry Township, PA 16066

    $585,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,926 Sq Ft
    • 127 Aberdeen Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    This beautifully updated, charming home is in the heart of Cranberry Township. It features a 2-story entry, new hardwood flooring and floor level windows that fill the house with natural light. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite counters, island and peninsula with seating - perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Spacious bedrooms include an updated primary en-suite

    Kelly Matheis Eckenrode BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

  • Sunday, May 25
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    300 Green Fields Ct, Cranberry Township, PA 16066

    $425,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 300 Green Fields Ct
    • New 3 days ago

    This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is full of charm & potential, just waiting for your personal touch! A bright 2-story foyer welcomes you, flanked by a formal dining room & a versatile living room currently used as an office. Hardwood floors flow throughout most of the 1st floor, leading you into a cozy kitchen with a corner pantry, center island, & open layout to the eat-in area and family

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  • Sunday, May 25
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    821 Westminster Ln, Cranberry Township, PA 16066

    $674,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,454 Sq Ft
    • 821 Westminster Ln
    • New 4 days ago

    Located in the heart of Cranberry, this move in ready home demonstrates pride in ownership. Nestled in an enclave neighborhood in BelleVue Park, you'll immediately fall in love with the open & airy feel created by the 9' ceilings & modern floorplan complimented by hardwood flooring on 1st floor. Entertaining will be done in style with a living room that is open to the show stopping eat-in kitchen

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