Rural land and suburban landscapes in Douglass Township
Douglass Township is a rectangular swath of countryside in eastern Pennsylvania, where suburbs and farmland coalesce into a tranquil landscape. Nearly half of the Montgomery County township is agricultural land, but it still offers a tale of two environments: below its rural northern section is a densely populated southern half, which also contains the Census Designated Place of Gilbertsville. “Douglass Township has a refreshing, rural feel,” says Dawn Kummerer, an associate broker with Realty One Group Restore. “The suburbs blend in – you have a little bit more space in between the homes and there is more comfortability. There is a whole lot of community involvement. There are a lot of parks and it’s more outdoorsy with things for people to do. I feel like that’s what the big draw is to that area.” Douglass Township offers a respite from the busy city life of Philadelphia and Allentown while resting on the edge of Boyertown and Bechtelsville.
Rolling hills and farmland provide a dramatic backdrop for the neighborhood of Douglass Township.
Budget friendly townhomes are found throughout Douglass Township.
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A variety of housing layouts in Montgomery County
Homes are sparse in the northern half of Douglass Township, while the southern half is far more populated. Single-family properties are commonly ranch-style and colonial-style homes, though Douglass Township also offers some Cape Cods and split-levels. Most homes date to the late 20th century, and some lots on the north side are an acre or more. “There is a mix,” Kummerer says. “In Douglass Township, there are newer homes. There is more of a sprawling feel to it because you have more open land.” Single-family homes typically cost between $320,000 and $600,000, while townhouses often run between $300,000 and about $400,000.
Two-story Modern Colonial homes are common in Douglass Township.
East Philadelphia Avenue in Douglass Township is where any of the oldest homes in the area are found.
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Music-focused recognition for Douglass Township area schools
The Boyertown Area School District serves the community and receives an overall rating of B-minus from Niche. Students can begin their education at Gilbertsville Elementary School, which also has a B-minus, and continue at the B-rated Boyertown Area Middle School East. Boyertown Area Senior High School also earns a B. In 2025, the district received recognition for the 15th straight year as a Best Community for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation.
Gilbertsville Elementary receives an overall B-minus grade from niche.com.
Boyertown Area Middle School East Center receives an overall B-minus grade from niche.com.
Boyertown Area Senior High School serves 2,100 students in grades 9-12.
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Multiple golf courses sit around Douglass Township
There are several public golf courses around Douglass Township. To the north, Butter Valley Golf Course offers an 18-hole set of links, while Hickory Valley Golf Club sits east of the community and offers a standard, 18-hole layout and the Presidential Course. Congo Road Open Space has trails, picnic tables, a pavilion and draws birdwatchers. Douglass Park offers sports facilities including two soccer fields, a baseball field, basketball courts and tennis courts. Fishing is a popular pastime on the West Branch of the Perkiomen Creek; outdoor enthusiasts can also paddle canoes and kayaks in certain areas.
Several public golf courses are offered around Douglass Township.
Butter Valley Golf Course has a 18-hole course and dining options.
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Shopping and dining in Boyertown and beyond
Local restaurants are scarce in Douglass Township, but diners can head to neighboring Boyertown. Italian fare is served at Argento’s Pizza & Family Restaurant and Sicilian Delite, while Panda Garden has Chinese dishes. Toss of the Town has build-your-own sandwiches close to The Other Farm Brewing Company. Brakeman’s Café is a popular breakfast stop near frozen treats at Colebrookdale Creamery. Shoppers can visit Giant in Boyertown or a Walmart in Bechtelsville, each around 4 miles from central Douglass Township, or head farther south. “There are a lot of shops in the Pottstown and Limerick areas,” Kummerer says. “Philadelphia Premium Outlets are nearby for shopping and there are a lot of restaurants in that area. There’s a great mix of different types of food.” The outlet complex is about 11 miles south.
The Other Farm Brewing Company is located in Boyertown on East Philadelphia Avenue.
Brakeman's Cafe is a popular spot for coffee and a bite to eat in morning.
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Residents must drive to get to Philadelphia and Allentown
The Douglass Township area’s lack of public transportation means locals need their own vehicles to get around. Allentown is the closest major city, less than 25 miles north, while Philadelphia is over 40 miles away. Drivers can hop on Pennsylvania Route 100 about 3 miles from central Douglass Township. Lehigh Valley Hospital – Gilbertsville is less than 5 miles away. Philadelphia International Airport sits about 50 miles from Douglass Township.
Holiday events in the areas surrounding Douglass Township
Few events are held within Douglass Township, but neighboring areas offer community involvement. Late in the year, Boyertown festivals include Chillin’ on Main in December, which spotlights holiday decorations at local businesses, and a Halloween parade each October. Neighboring Bechtelsville has Grandview Speedway, a NASCAR-sanctioned track that puts on modified races like the annual Freedom 76.
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