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Community-centered living with local diners
The Jessup borough, about 10 miles northeast of Scranton, fuses suburban and rural living into one package. Jessup is often recognized for its relatively affordable cost of living and its unique stores. “There are small shops and access to close-knit community restaurants, which just makes the town really homey,” says Fawn Contreras, head of e-services at the Valley Community Library. The anthracite coal fields originally attracted a population of miners during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A large group of Italian settlers came to the area for these job opportunities, which can still be seen in the culture of the borough today. Italian restaurants known all over the surrounding areas keep locals coming back, and the Saint Ubaldo Day carnival and Running of the Saints keep the ancient Italian tradition alive in America. The borough has proximity to major highways, such as Route 6, and the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport. The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) also provides public transportation options. Though the neighborhood mostly includes small shops, two Quinn’s Markets are both within 2 miles for groceries and other essentials. Jessup residents agree that community events and admired small businesses make Jessup a friendly, family-oriented town.
Little Italy, Jessup Style
Because of Jessup’s rich Italian history, the borough mostly consists of popular Italian restaurants. Mariano’s Cucina & Provisions is a specialty Italian market that sells imported goods and meats. The family-owned Jessup Pizzeria serves New York-style pies. Locals do their shopping at the small businesses in town, but two Quinn’s Market locations are in the neighboring areas of Archbald and Peckville, selling groceries and essentials. The Giant supermarket is about 3 miles away in Dickson City, and Target is about 5 miles west.
Sit at the counter and have your meal at Church Street Cafe in Jessup.
Enjoy at Pizza from Jessup Pizzeria in Jessup.
Need a haircut or shave go to Three Saints Barber Shop & Shave Polar in Jessup.
The mains streets in Jessup are lined with restaurants like Colarusso's.
Small towns have nice shops like Mariano's Cucina in Jessup.
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Running of the Saints in Italy's sister city
The most exciting day of the year in Jessup is the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, where locals participate in the Running of the Saints for Saint Ubaldo Day. The colorful yellow, red and blue procession runs through the streets with statues that can weigh over 500 pounds to honor the late Bishop Ubaldo Baldassini. Only two cities in the world participate in this event: Gubbio, Italy and Jessup. In fact, Gubbio sent a statue of Saint Ubaldo to Jessup to acknowledge the bond between the two “sister cities.”
The Jessup home aesthetic
Homebuyers can find mostly traditional-style architecture in Jessup, but ranch-style and split-level homes are sprinkled into the mix as well. Most all homes sell in the $100,000 to $200,000 range with a few outliers in both directions. While there are some newer homes, most were built in the early to mid-1900s. Driveways are prevalent in residential neighborhoods, so street parking is uncommon. Almost every street is lined with a sidewalk, making the borough very walkable. The appearance of the area also remains important to residents: “We have community cleanups that always have a great turnout. They keep the areas looking nice,” Contreras says.
Cape Cod home with a 2-car garage in Jessup.
Homes with white picket fences and beautiful flowers in Jessup.
In Jessup the homes are on nice size lots.
This Colonial home has a 2-car garage in Jessup.
Split-Level home set back from the street in Jessup.
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Valley View School District
Children can attend Valley View Elementary and Intermediate schools, which both earn a B-minus on Niche. Students can then head to Valley View Middle School, which scores a C. Valley View High School also has a B-minus grade and is known for bringing the community together for Friday night varsity football games. For a private elementary and middle school option, LaSalle Academy is a Catholic school in Jessup that brings in students from all over the Scranton area.
Valley View Intermediate School has students from many of the surrounding neighborhoods.
The entrance to Valley View Middle School.
Entrance of Valley View High School.
Lasalle Academy is a private school you can send your children.
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Park by the tracks, run in the grass
The Jessup Memorial Field Park and Kid’s Korner offer numerous activities for the entire family. The community space features Little League fields, a playground and green space. Residents have celebrations and fairs at the park, sled in the wintertime and watch fireworks in the summer. The park also features an old military tank and other veteran memorials. Station Park offers large gazebos surrounded by grass and picnic tables. It lies next to the historic D&H railroad, where the Steamtown train brings Mr. and Mrs. Claus to the annual “Christmas in a Small Town Santa Train” event.
Woodan Park has a nice playground.
Your kids will love to play at Woodan Park.
Play basketball at Woodan Park.
At Woodan Park you can play tennis.
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Fly, Park N Ride
The County of Lackawanna Transit System buses service the borough, and residents have easy access to Route 6 and other major highways. The Park N Ride system allows locals to leave their privately owned vehicles in a lot about a quarter of a mile away from the highway and take public transportation to surrounding areas. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport also offers direct flights to major cities. There is no long commute for health care in Jessup, as Geisinger Community Medical Center and Wayne Memorial Hospital are both primary and emergency care establishments in the borough.
Aerial view of Rt 6 at Rt 247 in Jessup.
The bus stops at Jessup Park & Ride to get you around the Jessup area.
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Parks in this Area
Recreational Park "Red" Playground
Station Park
Pike Street Park - Archbald Boro
Pike Street Park
Jessup Memorial Field Park
Blakely Borough Recreation Complex
Transit
Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International
25 min drive
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
3
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Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
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Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
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Larceny
3
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Crime Score
3
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Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jessup, PA sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Jessup, PA over the last 12 months is $241,379, up 32% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Well built 3 Bedroom ranch home in Jessup. Custom Built in its day! Gas Fireplace in Living Room, Large screened/covered porch off Dining Room; 1 Car garage off kitchen; 2nd closet and Washer/Dryer hookup added to Bed #3 for convenience, it can certainly be removed to use as 3rd bedroom. Additional W/D Hook-up in Utility Room along with tankless water heater. Seller believes Hardwood floors
With a little hard work and TLC this could make a beautiful family home. All Hardwood flooring throughout the house along with some original wood work and BRAND NEW ROOF including some doors. Come and make this your own HOME!!!
Catherine MorrisKeller Williams Real Estate - West End
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,194
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,169
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,169
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
25%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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