Rutherford
Suburban Neighborhood in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Dauphin County 17036, 17111
Neighborhood Reviews
Small traditional home styles and larger new construction
Cape Cods, bungalows and midcentury ranch-style houses line the suburban streets here, many featuring sizable backyards and lawns. Daniels notes that homes here tend to be smaller compared to surrounding neighborhoods. Still, newly built contemporary styles in recently developed subdivisions can reach up to 4,000 square feet. Home prices typically range from $130,000 for a small brick Cape Cod to New Traditional homes built in the last few years for $500,000.Wirt says neighbors maintain close ties and friendly relations: “On my block, some of us share snowblowers,” he says. “People who have little gardens will exchange or give out vegetables and fruits. We all look out for each other.”
Pocket parks and recreation at Kohl Memorial Park
Pocket neighborhood parks are scattered throughout Rutherford. Wirt says many of these spaces are respected and well cared for, citing recent upgrades to the playground equipment at Earl Long Memorial Park and Rutherford Elementary. Folks engage in basketball games at the nearby Hodges Heights Park, and kids enjoy the playground at Margie McNaughton Memorial Park. In neighboring Lawnton, Kohl Memorial Park features additional playgrounds, sporting fields and trails. The park is also home to Happy Trails Dog Park, where canine companions are free to play among the dog-friendly obstacles.Central Dauphin County academics and faith-based options
Central Dauphin School District serves students of Rutherford. Kids may start their education at the centrally located Rutherford Elementary School, which earns a B-minus overall grade from Niche. Exceptional students at the school can earn tokens and redeem books from the school’s book vending machine. Students advance to C-plus-rated Central Dauphin East Middle School before finishing at Central Dauphin East Senior High School, which receives a B-plus overall score from Niche with high marks in college preparation and sports as well.Just west of the neighborhood, Bishop McDevitt High School offers a private, faith-based education. “One of the biggest reasons to live in one of these communities is the proximity to the Bishop McDevitt Catholic High School,” Daniels says. The highly rated school serves only 600 students and maintains an A-minus Niche grade.
Diverse events to celebrate a diverse community
Rutherford’s diverse community is celebrated through the many houses of worship that host events for the public. The neighborhood is home to one of Harrisburg’s only Hindu temples, the Shree Laxmi Narayan Temple, as well as a handful of evangelical and Christian churches. The various places of worship host community events such as pasta dinners, paint nights, and seasonal celebrations and festivals. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, a cultural center dedicated to the spiritual traditions of bhakti yoga, is also located in Rutherford and leads weekly programs and morning meditations.Big box retailers and local eateries serving diverse dishes
Paralleling the Rutherford Train Yard and Route 322, Derry Street constitutes the neighborhood’s main commercial thoroughfare. Unassuming shopping centers and office buildings line the road, filled with eateries, shops and local businesses. Establishments like Guras Spice House and Saru Grocery specialize in Indian and Nepalese cuisines and products, and other grocery essentials can be picked up at the Swatara Square shopping center on Paxton Street, with options like Giant, Aldi, Walmart and Sam’s Club. Big box retailers and familiar chain restaurants are found closer to Harrisburg. Closer to home, residents frequent staples like The Pour House on Derry and The Wharf, a bar and grill that has been a neighborhood watering hole since 1976.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wendell Hoover
Wendell Hoover
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
(223) 214-2003
458 Total Sales
2 in Rutherford
$145K - $445K Price Range
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Paul Rabon
Paul Rabon
For Sale By Owner Plus, REALTORS - Hershey
(717) 915-5271
111 Total Sales
1 in Rutherford
$210,000 Price
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Rob Cleapor
Rob Cleapor
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
(717) 297-1816
63 Total Sales
1 in Rutherford
$208,000 Price
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Michael Souders
Michael Souders
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
(717) 864-6480
102 Total Sales
1 in Rutherford
$265,000 Price
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Ellen Stover
Ellen Stover
Protus Realty, Inc.
(717) 930-2612
171 Total Sales
4 in Rutherford
$181K - $315K Price Range
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Devi Pratheesh
Devi Pratheesh
Coldwell Banker Realty
(717) 853-1915
73 Total Sales
1 in Rutherford
$240,900 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lingle Park
Hodges Heights Park
Kohl Memorial Park
Gerald H. Vanatta Memorial Park
Happy Tails Dog Park
Mehaffie Park
Margie McNaughton Memorial Park
Earl Long Memorial Park
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rutherford | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rutherford Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rutherford, Harrisburg sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Rutherford, Harrisburg over the last 12 months is $245,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$245,000
Median Sale Price
$245,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$245,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$405,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,711
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,564
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,131
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Monday, Jun 165 - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,899 - $2,089 per month
- Sunpointe Townhomes
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,598+ Sq Ft
- 7466 Stephen Dr
- Harrisburg, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,590
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,627
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,431
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
29.3%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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