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Hepburn Township is a rural community outside of Williamsport
With acres of rolling farmland in North Central Pennsylvania, Hepburn Township is a rural community that offers a slower pace of life alongside its natural attractions. The town sits between sprawling State Game Lands and winding creeks, and according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, it’s home to just over 2,500 people. While Hepburn Township embraces a small-town feel with tranquility in nature, it’s about 10 miles north of Williamsport and offers access to shopping, dining and other necessities in neighboring Loyalsock Township.
The rolling hills of Hepburn are dotted with farms.
Natural beauty is always close by when you live in Hepburn.
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Hunting, fishing, trails and a community park in Lycoming County
Hepburn Township offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Residents are about 10 miles from hunting areas like State Game Lands 298, where native game includes white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Just north of SGL 298 is Rose Valley Lake, a popular fishing and boating spot with several public launch ramps. Anglers also flock to nearby Loyalsock and Lycoming Creeks during trout fishing season. The Lycoming Creek Bikeway spans just over 5 miles between Hepburn Township and Williamsport, connecting with several green spaces along the way. Back in Hepburn Township, Neil Mutchler Park has a playground, basketball court and ballfields that are home to the Hepburn Lycoming Little League.
Locals wear orange when they visit State Game Lands 298.
Locals fish along Lycoming Creek on a warm summer day in Hepburn.
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Rustic single-family homes with acres of land in the countryside
Traditional farmhouses, ranch-style homes and custom-built properties are spread among the town’s rolling hills. Residents typically live on at least an acre of land, and some houses have enough acreage for small homesteads. Unincorporated villages like Balls Mills and Cogan Station tend to be more densely populated and feature ranch-style homes with quarter- or half-acre lots. Prices typically range from $150,000 to $375,000, although larger custom builds can sell for anywhere from $500,000 to $950,000. Properties typically sell after an average of two months on the market. Hepburn Township has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score and significantly lower than the national average of 4.
Ranch style homes are scattered throughout Hepburn.
Modern farmhouses feature expansive front porches in Hepburn.
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Living in the highly rated Williamsport Area School District
Hepburn Township is part of the Williamsport Area School District. Kids in kindergarten through third grade can attend Hepburn-Lycoming Primary School, which scores an A-minus from Niche. Lycoming Valley Intermediate School serves fourth through sixth grade, while Williamsport Area Middle School covers seventh and eighth grade. Both the intermediate and middle schools earn a B from Niche. Williamsport Area High School receives a B-plus and offers a career and technical education program that allows students to gain hands-on experience in fields such as accounting, culinary arts and robotics. Nearby private school options include the A-minus-rated St. John Neumann Regional Academy, a Catholic institution serving sixth through 12th grade.
Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School in Cogan Station, PA, is known for its academic excellence.
Williamsport Area Senior High School receives an overall B+ grade from niche.com.
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Festivities at the Hepburn Township Volunteer Fire Company
Fundraisers at the Hepburn Township Volunteer Fire Company are popular community events. The fire department’s spring carnival is one of its biggest fundraisers and features carnival rides, live music and a concession stand with classic fair foods. Residents can also support the HTVFC at their annual car show, sportsman’s raffle and Easter egg hunt in Neil Mutchler Park. The town is also home to several houses of worship, including the Christian Church at Cogan Station and the Balls Mills United Methodist Church.
Shopping and dining in Loyalsock Township or downtown Williamsport
Residents typically head to neighboring Loyalsock Township for shopping and dining. East 3rd Street is about 10 miles away and is home to a commercial corridor known as the Golden Strip. It features shopping centers, fast-casual chains and a handful of local restaurants. Loyal Plaza is a popular spot to run errands, with Giant, Hobby Lobby and Rite Aid. Residents can grab a quick bite to eat at spots like Hoss’s Steak & Sea House and Olive Garden, or head to family-owned favorites such as The Villa Restaurant for homestyle Italian food.
Hepburn Township is also about 10 miles from downtown Williamsport, where restaurants and microbreweries highlight local flavors. Residents can head downtown to catch a movie at AMC or a Broadway-style production at the Community Arts Center.
Hepburn diners make the short drive to The Villa for delicious pasta.
Hepburn enjoys easy access to the shopping available at the nearby Golden Strip.
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Winding country roads near U.S. Route 15 and Interstate 80
Two-lane country roads are the norm in Hepburn Township. Pennsylvania Route 973 is the main thoroughfare through the area, and residents are near U.S. Route 15 and Interstate 80. While the town isn’t close to any major cities, it’s in the center of Lycoming County and is within 200 miles of Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and New York City. Residents are less than 15 miles from Williamsport Regional Airport, which offers direct flights to Washington Dulles International Airport. For healthcare, UPMC Williamsport is less than 10 miles away.
The winding, two-lane country roads make for a beautiful motorcycle ride.
Country Roads wind through dense forests in Hepburn.
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On average, homes in Hepburn, PA sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hepburn, PA over the last 12 months is $164,000, down 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked away off Powy's Curve on a dead end road, this unique 2.6-acre property offers rare creek frontage along the beautiful Lycoming Creek—perfect for swimming or relaxing in your backyard! The property has great bones & endless potential. While the interior needs some TLC, it's a perfect opportunity to customize your dream riverfront retreat or investment property. Utilities are already in
18 +/- rolling acres with great views in Cogan Station. Land is mostly all tillable. Potential for a very nice homesite. Property is being sold pending subdivision. Property taxes will be adjusted after the subdivision is completed. Gas rights do not convey but they can be purchased.
18 rolling acres with great views in Cogan Station. Land is mostly all tillable. Potential for a very nice homesite. Property is being sold pending subdivision. Gas rights do not convey but they can be purchased.
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