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Honey Brook

Honey Brook

Located in Chester County

$482,275 Average Value
$222 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Honey Brook grew after rail connected it to major cities

Surrounded by rural farmland in Pennsylvania Amish country, Honey Brook is a small town with about 2,000 residents and a small collection of businesses that anchor the community. Honey Brook grew significantly around the start of the 20th century, as the community started building sidewalks, street lights and a water utility after the opening of a railway line between Philadelphia and Lancaster in the late 1800s. Originally named Waynesburg, the newly formed borough adopted its modern name, inspired by its origin as a section of nearby Nantmeal Township, which means 'sweet water' in Welsh. Honey Brook lives up to its name with freshly made fruit pies, other treats from the farmers' market and the surrounding natural beauty.

Located on a busy intersection, Honey Brook still has a small-town feel.
Located on a busy intersection, Honey Brook still has a small-town feel.
A field of sunflowers greets passersby as they travel through Honey Brook.
A field of sunflowers greets passersby as they travel through Honey Brook.
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Ranch-style and Colonial Revival homes reflect local history

Locals will find an eclectic mix of housing styles even within the town center, where most of the area's homes are concentrated. Some Colonial Revival and farmhouse-like homes date to the mid-1800s and early 20th century. Since then, however, builders and developers throughout different eras have constructed homes using architectural styles that were popular at the time. Horizontal and L-shaped ranch-style homes from the 1950s are typical, reflecting mid-century building trends. Modern Colonial Revivals and townhouses are also available and under construction in new housing tracts near Honey Brook's original town center. Manufactured homes start at about $50,000 in parts of the community. With an average sales price of $375,000, however, home prices vary greatly. Newer build from the last 25 years, with at least 1,500 square feet of living space, cost at least $400,000.

Farmhouse style homes are common in Honey Brook.
Farmhouse style homes are common in Honey Brook.
This classic, Victorian home characterizes Honey Brook's historical style.
This classic, Victorian home characterizes Honey Brook's historical style.
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Learning in the Twin Valley School District

Students in the community are part of the Twin Valley School District, which Niche ranks as the 5th best school district in Berks County with a B-plus rating. Kids in the community start at the Honey Brook Elementary Center. At the secondary level, students take the bus or drive a few miles to Twin Valley Middle School and Twin Valley High School, both located on campus about 10 miles away, between the towns of Morgantown and Elverson. With a curriculum that prepares students for college and life after school, the high school offers more than 168 courses and career and technical education programs.

Honey Brook Elementary Center is an above-average public school located in Honey Brook.
Honey Brook Elementary Center is an above-average public school located in Honey Brook.
Twin Valley High School serves 1,100 students in grades 9-12.
Twin Valley High School serves 1,100 students in grades 9-12.
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Kids play sports at local parks and McCormack-Doshier Field

Next to the Honey Brook Borough Hall and Police Department is a playground and hard surface courts for bocce, basketball and tennis. At the other corner of town, kids compete and learn lessons about sportsmanship playing with the Twin Valley Little League. Disrupting the pattern of farm fields and small housing developments, the Honeybrook Golf Club's 18-hole course and driving range, opened in 2000, spans 165 acres of an old dairy farm.

The Honey Brook Borough Hall is the center of civic activity in the area.
The Honey Brook Borough Hall is the center of civic activity in the area.
Experience the challenge at Honey Brook Golf Club and spend a great day with friends.
Experience the challenge at Honey Brook Golf Club and spend a great day with friends.
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Casual dining options and the Amish Farmers Market

Little Anthony's pizzeria and grill serves Sicilian-style pizza and classic Philadelphia cheesesteaks. For an even more retro experience, locals plop down in one of the vinyl-seat booths or a countertop chair at Wimpy and Dee's Diner. The expansive menu features many options, including gluten-free dishes and classic malt milkshakes. Residents can visit the Amish Farmers Market for fresh produce, flowers and other homemade goods from a small country store off the electrical grid on Route 10.

Little Anthony's is a favorite lunchtime destination in Honey Brook.
Little Anthony's is a favorite lunchtime destination in Honey Brook.
Regular customers head over to Wimpy & Dee's Diner in Honey Brook for a quality breakfast.
Regular customers head over to Wimpy & Dee's Diner in Honey Brook for a quality breakfast.
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Christopher Suarez
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
2,638
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,032
On par with the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,173
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
34,848

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Honey Brook Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$2,395
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,000
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,750
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,750
Median Condo Rent
$1,250
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,395

Demographics

Total Population
1,700
Median Age
39
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$96,207
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$113,848

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
28.3%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
83%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
15''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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