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Township farmlands transforming into newer developments
Out in eastern Pennsylvania’s farmlands, people can find history and suburban living in Lower Salford Township. The area is bigger than most suburbs, containing two historic town centers in Harleysville and Lederach, both maintaining remnants of the township’s early days when German, Swiss and Dutch immigrants settled there. While much of Lower Salford Township still feels rural and old with its historic Colonial buildings, the area is growing and welcoming new residents. “Corn fields are going away, and more homes are coming in,” says associate broker Terry Derstine with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, who has lived in the township for over 50 years and watching it evolve. “But we still have that flavor of a small-town community.”
Charming farms and barns are scattered throughout Lower Salford.
New construction is happening in Lower Salford Township.
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Colonial homesteads and community clubs in Harleysville
The township is full of greenery and outdoor activity, with 1,200 acres of open space owned by the township. This creates the opportunity for multi-use trails throughout the whole township so people can stroll through neighborhoods. Heckler Plains Farmstead highlights the area’s history with a Colonial mill and home right in the center. The property passed through three different Colonial families, but a historical society manages the space today with a vegetable garden and demonstrations. The park is also home to fields, a playground and walking and bike paths. At Lederach Golf Club, residents can practice their swing on the green. Harleysville Community Center features athletic fields and a pool for the summer months. The YMCA hosts clubs here to get the community involved.
Lower Salford is home to several golf courses such as the Lederach Golf Club.
Residents will walk their dogs at Heckler Plains Farmstead for a refreshing environment.
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Historic restaurants in Harleysville and Lederach
At Harleysville Hotel, residents can enjoy wings and burgers in the Colonial building or participate in their trivia nights. Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar started out as a local corner store in 1830, which is how it got its name. Today, they offer live music from Thursday through Saturday and serve specialty cocktails at the bar. The Butcher and the Barkeep provides a more high-end dining experience with a menu featuring entrees like filet mignon and mahi mahi. For groceries, Henning’s Market is a supermarket founded in 1889 for another piece of the township’s history. Main Street in Harleysville boasts a Walmart and Giant.
The Lederach Corner Store and Piano Bar is a great place for a drink in Lower Salford.
Henning's Market in Lower Salford has been serving the community since 1889.
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Residents love shopping produce along the road at the many farmstands in Lower Salford.
Colonial activities and games at Hecklerfest
Each August, Heckler Plains Farmstead hosts Hecklerfest, where residents can get a taste of local history. The historical society dresses up in Colonial dress and sets up games and crafts colonists and immigrants would’ve done. Residents can also enjoy a picnic with the homestead as the backdrop. Harleysville Jaycees Country Fair Days is a week of amusement rides, games, live entertainment and food at the Harleysville Community Center. “People get involved here,” Derstine says. “With the community center and youth sports teams, there are plenty of ways to get plugged in and become part of the fabric of the community.”
Lower Salford Township's Colonial Revivals and townhomes
Living in Lower Salford Township is a mix of planned developments and subdivisions and open properties along winding roads. Many communities across the township feature brick and siding Colonial Revivals, though houses outside of the developments are often farmhouse styles for a more rural feel. Properties start with a quarter acre of land, with front lawns featuring landscaped gardens to add personality and life to neighborhoods. Most three- to four-bedroom homes list between $400,000 and $700,000, but newer construction featuring six-bedroom stone Colonial Revivals start at $1.1 million. In subdivisions like Rosecliff Manor and Park Avenue, people can find three-bedroom townhomes listing between $400,000 and $450,000.
Townhouse developments are springing up in Lower Salford Township.
This Colonial Revival home is stone & siding with well landscaped in Lower Salford Township.
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Multiple education tracks at Souderton Area High School
Students can attend Oak Ridge Elementary School, which earns an A from Niche. Niche grants Indian Valley Middle School an A-minus. At Souderton Area High School, students can enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) classes, dual enrollment courses and programs through North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC). Niche awards it an A-minus.
Oak Ridge Elementary School serves students with great staff and environment.
The academics at Souderton Area Senior High School
are highly rated.
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Residents of Lower Salford have easy access to the PA Turnpike & Route 63 to get to around.
Take the turnpike into Allentown and Philadelphia
While Lower Salford Township doesn’t have any buses or trains linking residents to shopping or cities, the trails make it walkable. Even when there aren’t sidewalks, people will walk on the sides of the road. When traveling outside the township, residents can take the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Allentown, 41 miles north, and Philadelphia, 33 miles south. Philadelphia International Airport is the closest airport, located 41 miles from the township. Thankfully, the nearest hospital is closer, with Jefferson Lansdale Hospital just 10 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Charles L. Reed Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Briarwyck Park
Groff's Mill Park
Heckler Plains Farmstead
Alvin C. Alderfer Recreation Area
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Soccer
Bergeys Mill Park
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
56 min drive
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.853 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
1/15/2019Niche Review
Harleysville is a great quiet town that is very family friendly, diverse, and affordable. The schools are amazing in sense of curriculum and academics.
3.0Niche User
6/25/2014Niche Review
I love living in this area. Although it may get boring at times, I would do it all over again. I the people are friendly, there are many restaurants to go to, and overall it's a great environment. I have positive aspirations for the future of this area.
3.0Niche User
6/25/2014Niche Review
There is not much to do in this area. Movie theaters and shopping malls do not exist in the general vicinity. There is only a pool available in the summer as well as small restaurants.
5.0Current Resident
2/3/2018Niche Review
Love the small, mostly Christian community! Experience with Salford Hills ELementary School and Souderton Area High School was very positive!
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lower Salford Township
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Salford Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Salford Township, Harleysville sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Salford Township, Harleysville over the last 12 months is $390,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to Lederach Village, a charming community nestled in the heart of Harleysville, PA, offering a unique blend of modern living and small-town charm. The thoughtfully designed residence are available in 2-3 bedroom floor plans, each featuring an open concept layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen boasts
Welcome to 128 Ruth Rd, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial situated on a premium corner 1.03-acre lot in Harleysville. Recent upgrades include a new roof (2024), new furnace and heater (2023), new fenced-in yard (2023), and fresh interior paint throughout. Enjoy resort-style living with a heated in-ground pool and built-in jetted spa, featuring a new pool heater and pump
3 bedroom, 2.5 bath twin in desirable village of Harleysville, Lower Salford Township, Souderton School District. Open floor plan on the first floor provides spaciousness and plenty of natural sunlight. Plus sliders off the dining room lead to a brick patio and fenced rear yard - perfect for Relaxing. A walk up attic provides opportunity for a 4th bedroom. Basement is finished and includes a full
Great opportunity to own vacant land! Buyer Notes: Buyers must verify zoning, utilities, and property suitability. Property sold as-is with no guarantees. Seller is offering multiple lots—perfect for a developer to create an innovative project. Verify all info independently and contact the township for building requirements.
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Welcome home to Village Square Apartments. Our renovated apartments in Harleysville, PA feature designer kitchens with cider cabinetry, subway tile backsplashes, stainless-steel appliance packages and personal washers/dryers. You’ll naturally unwind in this charming country setting, whether you’re de-stressing at our fitness center, or enjoying the Lower Salford Township trail system, a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
17,628
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$140,567
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,508
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
49.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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