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A suburban township with access to Erie’s peninsula
As one of the 16 original townships of Erie County, Millcreek embraces the feel of an established suburb in its tree-lined subdivisions, top-rated schools and nearly 30 different parks and green spaces. “The schools are probably the number one draw of why folks might move to Millcreek,” says Fred Amendola, a Realtor with the Fred Amendola Team at Keller Williams Realty and a lifelong resident of Erie County. That said, Millcreek offers something that no other township does: direct access to Presque Isle State Park. The sandy peninsula branches off northwestern Millcreek, curving into the waters of Lake Erie and attracting over 4 million visitors a year with its beaches, marina and fishing piers. As the largest township in western Pennsylvania, Millcreek covers nearly 30 square miles and is home to over 54,000 residents who have access to both the natural attractions of Presque Isle and the cultural hub of downtown Erie. “Millcreek is a big township; it starts at the lake and wraps around the city,” Amendola says. “It’s really unique because of its size. If you want a community with sidewalks and neighbors, there’s that. But if you prefer to have some privacy, there are properties out there with some acreage as well.”
Downtown Erie is a 10 mile drive from Millcreek.
Residents taking a dip in the cool Lake Erie to beat the heat.
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Swimming, boating and birdwatching at Presque Isle State Park
Peninsula Drive connects Millcreek to the 3,200-acre peninsula that is Presque Isle State Park. Seven miles of sandy beaches offer the only surf swimming in Pennsylvania, although residents can only swim at guarded beaches from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. The park also has four public boat launches, and the Presque Isle Marina has just under 500 slips. Anglers can head to the boat landings and cast their lines into Lake Erie or Presque Isle Bay, where perch and bass are the most common catches. Over 11 miles of multi-use trails crisscross the peninsula’s sandy coastline, attracting hikers, bikers and cross-country skiers throughout the seasons. At the tip of the peninsula is Gull Point, a resting spot for birds migrating along the Atlantic Flyway. Over 339 species of birds have been identified on Presque Isle, and residents can spot bald eagles or osprey from the Gull Point Observation Deck. Further south at the base of Presque Isle is Waldameer Park & Water World, an amusement park with over 75 roller coasters and water slides open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.
Residents also have access to abundant green spaces off the peninsula, with over 640 acres of parkland scattered throughout Millcreek. Asbury Woods features 234 acres of wetlands and oak-maple forests, and over 5 miles of nature trails weave through the nature preserve. The Asbury Woods Nature Center hosts programs and events for all ages, including live concerts and seasonal festivities. “In the fall, they’ll tap trees and talk about how maple syrup is made. Around Christmas, everything is lit up there,” Amendola says. Smaller green spaces are scattered throughout Millcreek, and Zuck Park features a playground, two tennis courts and a softball field. The town also has two semi-private golf courses: Whispering Woods Golf Club and Erie Golf Club. Both 18-hole golf courses are open to the public, and membership comes with access to additional amenities.
Residents like to enjoy their summer days boating at Lake Erie.
Your kids will have so much fun at Waldameer Park & Water World.
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Townwide events include the Millcreek Fourth of July Parade
The Millcreek Fourth of July Parade has been a local tradition since 1965, and the beloved event has grown into one of the biggest parades in Erie County. Thousands of people line up along West 12th Street to watch as firetrucks, horse-drawn carriages and local marching bands make their way through Millcreek, passing out candy along the way. Presque Isle State Park also has a packed calendar of events, including Discover Presque Isle, a week-long festival with yoga classes, boat tours and an art festival featuring local vendors and food trucks on the beach.
Internship program at McDowell Senior High School
The Millcreek Township School District earns an A-minus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 15-to-1. Students may begin their education at the A-minus-rated Chestnut Hill Elementary School before moving on to James S. Wilson Middle School, which scores a B-plus. McDowell Intermediate High School and McDowell Senior High School share a campus, and the combined high school earns a B-plus from Niche. The McDowell Internship Program allows 11th and 12th-grade students to explore different career fields through job shadowing. Teens can also apply to the McDowell Honors College, which requires students to complete a rigorous course of study and a minimum of 20 hours of community service. Mercyhurst University is approximately 10 miles away, and the private liberal arts university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Chestnut Hill Elementary School a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
McDowell Intermediate High School has 2,205 students .
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Residential subdivisions include new construction
Most homes in Millcreek were built from the 1950s through the late 1990s. Residential subdivisions are tucked between major thoroughfares, and single-family homes sit on manicured lawns that average just over a quarter-acre. Colonial Revivals, ranch-style and bi-level homes with brick or vinyl exteriors are the norm. New traditional homes built from the early 2000s through the 2020s tend to be more expensive, and single-family homes in Millcreek typically cost between $150,000 for a three-bedroom ranch-style home and $750,000 for newer construction. Millcreek also has several condo communities, and condo prices range from about $160,000 to $330,000. “Home values tend to be higher in Millcreek, but taxes are a third-less than elsewhere in Erie County,” Amendola says. Many subdivisions have HOAs, and residents may be required to pay dues.
Millcreek is a safe and walkable neighborhood.
Ranch style homes in Millcreek are the perfect house for first time home owners.
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Local eateries and chain retailers at the Millcreek Mall
With major thoroughfares running through Millcreek, residents can access various restaurants and shopping centers. Local favorites include the Gem City Dinor, known not only for its unique regional spelling, but also for its all-day breakfast specials and wooden booths. Just across the street from the diner is Odis 12 Sports Bar & Grille, serving up over 150 flavors of wings and home of the Erie’s Community’s Choice Awards for best chicken wings each year since 2012. Over on U.S. Route 20, U Pick 6 Public House features an outdoor beer garden and brick pizza oven. Pepperoni balls are a staple in the Gem City, and Art’s Bakery has been serving up the stuffed dough balls since 1950. The Millcreek Mall is located just off I-79 and features over 170 shops and restaurants, including department stores like Macy’s. For groceries, Wegmans sits along U.S. Route 20 and is just one of several supermarkets in the township.
Head over to Millcreek Mall for some retail therapy.
Odis 12 Sports Bar & Grille serves over 150 flavors of wings.
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U.S. Route 20 connects residents to downtown Erie
Several major thoroughfares pass through Millcreek, including Interstate 79, Pennsylvania Route 5 and U.S Routes 19 and 20. Downtown Erie is less than a 10-mile drive east via U.S. Route 20, and I-79 provides access to Interstate 90. The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA), known locally as “the e,” provides bus service to the community. Local bus service includes the free Presque Isle Express, which runs from June to August and stops along PA 5 on its way from downtown Erie to Presque Isle State Park. Erie International Airport (ERI) sits in the northwestern corner of Millcreek, and American Airlines is currently the only airline serving ERI with daily service to Charlotte, North Carolina.
Proximity to Millcreek Community Hospital
Residents are about 5 miles from Millcreek Community Hospital, a leading provider of behavioral health care in the Erie region. The hospital also received Primary Stroke Center Certification from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. About a mile north is the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, locally known as LECOM. The private medical school boasts the country's only osteopathic academic health center.
Millcreek Community Hospital is only 5 miles away from residents.
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is a mile north of Millcreek.
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Parks in this Area
Zuck Park
Bridger Park on Walnut Creek
Veterans Park
Zuck Park
Presque Isle State Park
Burton Park
Beach 11 Playground
Presque Isle Waterworks Recreation Area
Brown's Farm
Transit
Airport
Erie International/Tom Ridge Field
9 min drive
Bus
W Grandview & Dixson
Bus
Walmart
Bus
Yorktown Center
Bus
Meadowgreen Acres (Bus Shelter)
Bus
W 12th St & Harper Rd
Bus
Erie Intl Airport
Bus
W 26th St & Midland
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Millcreek
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Millcreek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Millcreek, Erie sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Millcreek, Erie over the last 12 months is $450,000, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Stunning ranch home sitting 150' back from the road on 1 plus acre! This home has features you don't see every day like architectural woodwork, 10' ceilings, coffered ceilings, transom and rounded windows just to name a few. Enjoy the fresh look of new paint and newer luxury vinyl flooring. The kitchen features some newer appliances. Bathrooms have been refreshed with upgraded toilets, and new
Completely updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch with hardwood floors throughout and a fantastic yard. Features include a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet and private bath, updated bathrooms, and large bedrooms. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and plenty of storage. Enjoy the extended covered patio—perfect for outdoor entertaining. There is literally nothing you have to do
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Nestled at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac in NW Millcreek, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch style home is minutes away from Frontier Park and Presque Isle Peninsula. Easy, quick access to major routes, shopping, dining and recreation! Features include fireplace with built in bookshelves, breakfast bar between the kitchen and front living room, detached garage and shed, central air and a full
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
53,836
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,828
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,853
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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