Hilldale is a cozy residential suburb in Plains Township located south of Scranton and just north of Wilkes-Barre. Bordering the neighborhood is the scenic Susquehanna River, which spans more than 440 miles and is considered the longest river on the East Coast. Residents here can find local parks and recreation spots that feature a number of athletic facilities and outdoor amenities. Students can go to public schools within the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, which is rated C by Niche. Annual community celebrations include the Veteran’s Parade and the wintertime Santa Parade, which are both hosted in nearby Wilkes-Barre and attract hundreds of people. "Plains and other townships in the area are very tight-knit communities and each have their own governing body," says Thomas M. Leighton, president of C.A. Leighton Company Inc. and former mayor of Wilkes-Barre.
Homes that range in price and architecture
A wide range of homes line the streets and cul-de-sacs of Hilldale’s residential pockets; common architectural styles include American Foursquare-style residences that often feature central second-story dormer windows and covered front porches. Locals can also find a number of ranch-style homes that display either brick or vinyl-paneled facades and hip-style roofs. Some properties have garages and paved driveways, but street parking is available along residential roads. Prices for homes in this neighborhood can range from $125,000 to $400,000 dollars, with a median price of $250,000.
Live in a traditional style home that is modern and spacious in Hilldale, PA.
Ranch style homes are abundant in Hilldale, PA.
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Specialized programs at Wilkes-Barre Area STEM Academy
Primary school students can attend Solomon Plains Elementary, which serves Kindergarten through 5th grade and is rated C-plus. Older students might go to Solomon Plains Middle, rated C-minus, and later feed into Wilkes-Barre Area High, which opened in 2021 and "combined three former high schools in one state-of-the-art building," Leighton says. Students can also enroll in specialized programs at the Wilkes-Barre Area STEM Academy or Business Academy.
Leo E Solomon Elementary School serves 632 students in grades K-5.
Golf simulator at Academy of Golf Center
Locals can enjoy plenty of outdoor recreation and a variety of athletic fields at neighborhood parks. The Plains Township Municipal Park and Birchwood Municipal Park are situated side-by-side at the end of Clarks Lane; combined, residents can find two baseball fields, four tennis courts, a gravel running track and a playground. On North Main Street, the John L. Mosko Hilldale Memorial Ball Park features a basketball court, baseball field, playground and covered pavilion with picnic tables. For a driving range, golfers can go to the Academy of Golf Center and practice their swings at heated stalls in the outdoor range or try the center’s indoor golf simulator.
Parents bring their kids to Plains Township Municipal Park while living in Hilldale, PA.
Play on the swings at Plains Township Municipal Park, just outside of Hilldale, PA.
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American eats at The Scratch Kitchen & Anthracite Room
Situated along North River Road are a handful of local restaurants and cafes; Troy Street Coffee Company offers residents a menu full of coffee drinks and breakfast food, while The Scratch Kitchen & Anthracite Room serves a wide range of classic American eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Residents can drive less than 2 miles south into Plains to go grocery shopping at Weis Markets and visit charming local stores like The Beekeeper’s Daughter, a family-owned honey farm that sells a variety of products made with honey.
Shop at Weis Market for your grocery needs at Hilldale, PA.
Entertainment at Mohegan Pennsylvania
Approximately 3 miles outside the neighborhood is Mohegan Pennsylvania, one of the largest entertainment destinations in the state and features a hotel, on-site spa, casino and a number of restaurants. Guests can watch live band performances at the Keystone Grand Ballroom and also have a laugh at the next-door Wise Crackers Comedy Club.
Enjoy a fun night out at Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino, just east of Hilldale, PA.
Community celebrates annual Wyoming Valley Veteran's Parade
Popular community celebrations include the annual Wyoming Valley Veteran’s Parade, which has seen veterans march through Downtown Wilkes-Barre for more than 75 years. The parade honors those who have served in the United States military; parade-goers line the roads and wave American flags to show their support as live bands and servicemen in uniform march through the streets. In the wintertime, locals can enjoy another popular parade: “Plains Township has a Santa Parade that takes place every year right after the holiday season,” says Hannah Burgess, founder of The Beekeeper’s Daughter in Plains Township.
Residents of Hilldale are patriotic & celebrates our nation's veterans on Veteran's Day Parade.
Residents in and around Hilldale, PA enjoy the yearly events happening in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
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Fixed bus route with stops in Hilldale
Public transportation is provided by the Luzerne County Transportation Authority, which operates a fixed route that runs from Wilkes-Barre to Old Forge and has multiple stops in Hilldale along North Main Street. Commuters can use either U.S. Route 11 or Interstate 81 to travel approximately 15 miles north to Downtown Scranton, and Downtown Wilkes-Barre is a 4-mile drive south using Route 11. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is a short 7-mile drive away.
You can depend on Hilldale, PA public transportation.
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