Situated adjacent to Minersville and bordering West Creek along the western border, Forestville is a census-designated community in Schuylkill County. A largely residential enclave, Forestville has single-family houses with quarter-acre lots and is zoned for the Minersville Area School District. Local folks often go to Minersville and Pottsville for shopping, dining out and recreation. Outdoor opportunities surround the community, and Sweet Arrow Lake County Park is within 20 miles of the neighborhood. “There’s lots of pride in ownership of homes in Forestville,” says Diana Gabardi, who is a local Pottsville Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeSale Realty with 16 years of experience. “People take good care of their homes. This is also a neighborhood where families really matter, and people who live here do not leave.”
Forrest lane takes residents to Minersville from Forestville.
Bi-level and split-level homes are prevalent in Forestville with plenty of room to host.
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Single-family homes in the hills of Forestville
Most single-family homes list between $80,000 and $200,000, and some fully remodeled properties fetch around $250,000. Yard spaces vary, but the median lot size is about a quarter-acre. Common housing styles include Colonial-inspired, ranch styles and traditional farmhouses, many of which were built around the first half of the 20th century. Lots tend to be rectangular, with long driveways that lead to detached garages in the backs of the homes. Houses are often raised partially above ground since homes sit on hills, and common features include front porches and bay or dormer windows.
Farmhouses in Forrestville generally have acres of land with long driveways.
Large traditional single family homes are limited to a small community in Forestville.
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Students can attend Minersville Area School District
Young students in first through sixth grade may attend Minersville Area Elementary Center, which scores a C-plus grade from Niche and shares the same campus as the Llewellyn Early Childhood Center. The primary school is part of the Schuylkill ACHIEVE Program and offers activities such as free homework and tutoring assistance, STEAM exploration, as well as academic enrichment summer camps and special field trips. Minersville Junior/Senior High School has a C rating and provides additional coursework in AP and vocational education, as well as gifted and college preparatory programs.
Minersville Area Elementary Center serves grades 1-6 with a C+ rating on Niche.com.
Minersville Area Junior/Senior High School serves grades 9-12 who can excel in education.
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Outdoor spaces in Minersville and beyond
Locals often head to Minersville and surrounding areas in the county for outdoor recreation. Minersville has soccer and softball fields, a community pool and a public skate park. Dustin's Adventureland is a recently opened all-inclusive playground. Slightly south of Minersville, Llewellyn Community Park has a children’s playground, basketball and tennis courts, a ball field and a picnic pavilion. Farther east, Pottsville has an ice-skating arena and a bowling alley. Big Diamond Speedway, which is a dirt track racecourse right outside the community, draws locals and tourists alike for its races and events such as potlucks. About 16.5 miles south of Forestville, Sweet Arrow Lake County Park is a popular place for fishing, kayaking, boating and playing disc golf.
Dustin's Adventure Playground is an all-purposed community fundraised project for many children.
Minersville Teener Field is close to Forestville and brings out crowds of softball fans.
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Shopping and dining in Minersville and Pottsville
Popular restaurants in Minersville’s downtown area include the Main Street Sandwich Shop and The Little Brown Barrel, which is known for classic gastropub fare and a cozy atmosphere. Farther south in Pottsville’s shopping center King’s Village, folks can find local restaurants such as Palermo Pizza. Grocery store options include Coal Town Supermarket, BG's Value Market and Family Dollar. Pottsville’s city center has clothing and lifestyle boutiques, including Kitty Lou, Drasdis & Son and Hydrangea Cottage Tea & Gifts. The nearest Walmart is about 8 miles to the east in St. Clair.
Ice Cream Caboose has a large menu of soft serve flavors and sweet treats near Forestville.
Coal Town Market offers a variety of grocery options for local residents in Forestville.
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Celebrating the seasons with summer concerts and winter markets
The Schuylkill County Council for the Arts, which is housed in the Frank D. Yuengling Mansion, organizes a variety of events throughout the year, including summer concerts, painting sessions and artist expositions. The Schuylkill Winterfest celebrates the winter holidays with a local market, live music and food, family-fun activities and a beer bar, which is sponsored by Yuengling. The beer company also organizes the Yuengling Stars & Stripes Summer Celebration with a concert lineup and fireworks. The Greater Pottsville Winter Carnival is another county-wide tradition since the 1970s, and every year the Queen of Snows is crowned at the beauty pageant ball. Additional events include the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Convention Parade, as well as celebrations for Independence Day and Halloween.
Proximity to Minersville
There are many medical centers located around Forestville, including Geisinger St. Luke's Care Now – Pottsville and the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill, both of which are within 6 or 7 miles of the community. Cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia are approximately 52 and 100 miles away, respectively. Allentown can be accessed via Interstate 78 East, and Philadelphia is down south through Interstate 476. The community is highly car-dependent, and Lehigh Valley International Airport is about 55 miles east.
History of mining in the area
There are a number of active mine sites around Forestville. Potential health and environmental hazards may include soil and groundwater contamination from abandoned mine drainage and harmful air pollution from coal mine dust. In 2023, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement awarded a grant to Pottsville for an environmental reclamation project, which hopes to reestablish the ecosystem and treat the local water streams.
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On average, homes in Forestville, PA sell after 134 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Forestville, PA over the last 12 months is $125,000.
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4.9 acres of wooded land on 901. Currently zoned commercial based on township map however variance could be possible. Please consult township for any and all uses. Close access to Famous Reading Outdoors. 1122 SUNBURY RD is the property is the business next door for gps location.
Do Not Wait to See this Charming Country Home in Need of Some Love in Peaceful Forestville Location! Offering easy access to Route 81, major distribution centers and downtown Pottsville, this 3+ bedroom home is a great opportunity to buy a solid house and make it your own. Covered wraparound porch provides the perfect spot to hang out and enjoy your morning coffee. Inside, traditional layout
Customize & save! 50% OFF Options on To Be Built Homes — Up to $20,000 off! See attached brochure for info.Welcome Home to the Black Cherry Floorplan! This stunning 2-story home with a 2-car garage offers comfort and style. The open kitchen flows into the inviting breakfast area and family room, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Enjoy a spacious walk-in pantry and a flex space
4.9 acres of wooded land on 901. Currently zoned commercial based on township map however variance could be possible. Please consult township for any and all uses. Close access to Famous Reading Outdoors. 1122 SUNBURY RD is the property is the business next door for gps location.
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