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A river-crossing community
The Bridgeport neighborhood in eastern Lancaster County is a scenic, thriving little community encompassing shopping areas, subdivisions, farmland and parkland. Drive just a couple of miles west, and residents can be in downtown Lancaster, while dairy farms and cornfields line the roads just a few miles east of the neighborhood. The area’s history began in 19th century when farmers and traders would cross the Conestoga River to sell their produce and wares. The area was a well-traveled crossroads and staging point for crossing the river, hence the name Bridgeport. It still serves as a crossroads, allowing residents close proximity to the city without all the hustle and bustle. “Bridgeport is a nice, quiet little community close to the Conestoga River,” says Realtor Matt Helsel with Iron Valley Real Estate. “The neighborhood is on the outskirts of Lancaster City, but it’s still inside the Route 30 Bypass, which makes it convenient for commuters to Lancaster, Philadelphia and Baltimore.” The presence of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital on Lincoln Avenue helps strengthen Bridgeport’s family-friendly reputation. Bridgeport rates a 3 out of 10 on the CAP Index crime score, lower than the national average of 4 out of 10.
Bridgeport is a scenic, thriving community with shopping, subdivisions, farmland and parkland.
Big farms sit next to new subdivisions in the Bridgeport neighborhood.
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Bridgeport’s homes are in demand
The housing market is tight. “Right now, there aren’t many homes for sale, and when they become available, they tend to sell immediately,” says Helsel. Most homes in Bridgeport are found on quiet, residential roads in subdivisions. Homes sit back from the streets behind well-tended lawns. Brick and stone ranch-style homes built during the 1950s and 1960s are common. Newer homes that were built during the 21st century include townhouses and colonials. Prospective homeowners can expect to pay between $300,000 and $485,000 for a three-bedroom colonial home. A three-bedroom townhouse in Bridgeport typically sells for between $340,000 and $401,000.
Modern traditional homes Bridgeport have attached garages and private driveways.
Newer townhomes in Bridgeport sell between $340,000 and $401,000.
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Local high school supports farmers
Children in the community may begin public education at Lampeter Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through second grade. The school has an 18-1 student-teacher ratio and is rated A-minus by Niche. Hans Herr Elementary serves pupils in third through fifth grade. The school has a 15-1 student-teacher ratio, and Niche gives this school an A rating. Martin Meylin Middle School also scores an A rating, and its student-teacher ratio is 13-1. Niche gives Lampeter-Strasburg Senior High School an A-minus rating. The high school has a robust agricultural department, and its Garden Spot Future Farmers of America club won national awards for communications at the 2022 National FFA Convention.
Lampeter-Strasburg Senior High School received an A-minus rating from Niche.
Junior High aged students can attend Martin Meylin Middle School in Bridgeport.
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Playgrounds, parks and history lessons
Flory Park is a neighborhood park with a playground, sports fields, trails and a pavilion. Lancaster County Central Park is partially located in Bridgeport; it offers 544 acres of rolling scenery and plentiful amenities. The public space features ball fields, tennis courts, a skate park, a swimming pool, tent camping facilities and several miles of trails. Its Garden of Five Senses, with flowering shrubs and trees and water fountain, make it a popular wedding venue. Hikers can take the 1.5-mile trail from the park to Kurtz’s Mill Covered Bridge, a historic 1870s-era span relocated to its present location on Kiwanis Drive in 1975. Residents who seek more hands-on adventures can check out Dutch Wonderland, an interactive theme park 3 miles east with more than 35 rides, events and attractions, including a water play area. Rocky Springs Entertainment Center is a local bowling and laser-tag facility. Historic Rock Ford is the 1794 home of the Gen. Edward Hand Mansion and the John J. Snyder Jr. Gallery of Early Lancaster County Decorative Arts. The facilities sits on 33 acres of grounds, gardens and woods in Lancaster County Central Park. Visitors can learn about life in the 1800s.
Numerous sport courts are scattered throughout the sprawling Lancaster County Central Park.
Kids enjoy the newly built and well maintained playground at Flory Park in Bridgeport.
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Dining out and outlet shops
Pennsylvania Highway 462, or Lincoln Highway, is home to dozens of retailers, shopping centers and restaurants. Tanger Outlets, home to over 50 brand-name stores, is just 2 miles down the highway from Bridgeport. Grocery shoppers can check off their lists on Grocery Discount or Weir Markets; both are on Lincoln Highway in Bridgeport. This may be a small neighborhood, but it is full of dining options. The Brasserie is a historic house turned restaurant. This French American eatery serves “cozy” food in a quaint indoor setting. On a nice day, guests can sit outdoors in the shaded patio area. The Conestoga Restaurant is located in a stone structure built in the 1700s. Originally opened as an inn, today, its owners have created a modern, elegant feeling restaurant that offers American cuisine with a local flair.
Shoppers of Bridgeport can head to Tanger Outlets, home to over 50 brand-name stores.
The Brasserie in Bridgeport has a casual atmosphere with a full bar and outdoor patio.
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Fun times and festivals
Celebrate Lancaster is an annual festival held in August at Lancaster City’s Penn Square. The event showcases the city’s unique culture and includes food trucks, live music and activities for kids and grownups alike. From May to September, Lancaster City hosts Music Friday on the third Friday of the month to celebrate the local music scene. The event features singers and bands, food trucks and good times.
Bridgeport residents can head downtown for Music Friday on the third Friday of the month.
Music lovers of Bridgeport can support local musicians at Music Friday in downtown Lancaster.
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Getting around the town
This is a car-dependent neighborhood. Bridgeport is centrally located and close to major highways. Both Old Philadelphia Pike and Lincoln Highway run east-west through the community. Red Rose Transit provides bus service along Lincoln Highway and other major roads. It is 3 miles from downtown Lancaster and 80 miles from Center City, Philadelphia and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Lancaster Airport is 18 miles west.
Lancaster Airport is located 18 miles from Bridgeport.
Red Rose Transit has several bus lines that run through Bridgeport.
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