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Peaceful, small-town living just north of Lancaster
Just north of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Manheim Township is a family-oriented community recognized for its top-rated schools and parks. “Manheim Township has so much to offer,” says Tyler Stoltz, a Berkshire Hathaway Home Services sales associate who grew up in the area. “Urban lifestyles and rural farmland go hand-in-hand here. Residents are only 4 miles from Lancaster city but drive 10 minutes in the other direction, and they are in the beautiful Amish countryside.” Wooded hills and quiet neighborhood streets define this peaceful suburb, and the area remains popular with homeowners due to its convenient location and abundance of amenities. Manheim Township residents enjoy living within a tight-knit community close to the city but still provides plenty of room to breathe.
Bike routes are available along pathways off small community streets in Manheim Township.
Beautiful flowers stretch across scenic farm fields in Manheim near Lancaster.
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Roomy homes in Manheim Township
Prospective buyers will find most homes in Manheim Township line wide residential streets with tidy, quarter-acre lawns and large ornamental trees. “Prospective homebuyers can find homes here from the early 1900s to brand new construction,” says Stoltz. “There is every size home from 800-square-foot starter homes to custom-built homes with over 3,500 square feet.” Most area homes were built in the 1970s, and split-level and ranch-style designs are common. Homebuyers can expect to pay between $275,000 and $585,000 for a three-bedroom ranch-style house. The CAP Index crime score here is a 3, lower than the national average of 4.
Ranch homes are welcoming and nestled within trees in Manheim Township.
Two story colonial revivals and bi-levels are commonly seen in Manheim Township.
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Manheim Township schools in the neighborhood
Most homes here are close to their local public schools, making it convenient for students to walk or take the bus to school. Children in Manheim Township may begin their public school education from kindergarten through fourth grade at Neff Elementary School, which has a 14-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus score from Niche. Landis Run Intermediate School serves fifth through sixth grade, has a 15-1 student-teacher ratio and boasts an A rating. Students attend Manheim Township Middle School for seventh and eighth grades. The school has a 13-1 student-teacher ratio and is rated A-minus. Manheim Township High School has a 16-1 student-teacher ratio and an A rating. The school plans to drop class rankings from student transcripts beginning with the class of 2026.
Manheim Township Middle School.
Manheim Township High School is located at 25 Blue Streak Blvd, Lancaster, PA 17601.
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Places to stretch and play
One of Manheim Township’s best features is the number of parks in the community. For those who want to enjoy outdoor recreation, Overlook Park offers outdoor athletic fields, a golf course and driving range, bocce ball courts, a volleyball court, a skate park and other amenities, all open to the public. Manheim Township Athletic Complex also has sports fields, including astroturf soccer and football fields. To enjoy a more immersive nature experience, Landis Woods Park is a 70-acre tract of undeveloped land that offers a protective tree canopy that meets above an easily navigable network of trails. The Hands-on House is a children’s museum in Manheim Township that helps inspire a love of learning in kids with fun but educational exhibits and activities such as a construction zone play area and a tide-pool art project.
Manheim Township Community Park has acres of open space for family activities.
Families take their children to the playground at Stauffer Park for a thrilling time.
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Shopping options aplenty
Just south of Manheim Township, the Shoppes at Belmont is home to dozens of retail outlets, including Target, Dick’s and Nordstrom Rack. Grocery shoppers can check off their lists at Whole Foods or Weis Markets. Hungry residents can stop by Caruso's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. Located in the heart of Manheim Township, this family-friendly restaurant serves fresh pizzas, American cuisine and traditional Italian dishes. For something a bit more upscale, Citronella is a French restaurant serving fresh, seasonal dishes. Customers can enjoy indoor dining in a refined setting or a more casual meal on the patio.
Target is located conveniently within the Belmont Shopping Center near Manheim Township.
Belmont Shopping Center is in Manheim Township with top brands and delicious food options.
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From Celtic fests to country music
The nearby Mount Hope Estates winery hosts a spirited Celtic celebration in June. Attendees can listen to traditional pipers and Celtic rock bands while enjoying Celtic food and sipping locally produced drinks. In October, the annual FallFest Country Music Festival kicks off at Overlook Park and features performances from local and international artists such as Dustin Lynch and Joe Nichols.
Getting around the town
While Manheim Township may feel tucked away, it is well-connected to the outside community, with access to several large state routes and highways. Just two miles north via Highway 501, Lancaster Airport offers direct flights to Pittsburgh International Airport and Washington/Dulles International Airport. Five miles south, the Amtrak station in Lancaster connects commuters and travelers to Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, and DC. The nearest hospital, Lancaster Medical Center, is 6 miles west via State Route 283. Residents are only a few hours from most major East Coast cities and the Jersey Shore.
Near Manheim, Lancaster Train Station sees traveling residents from many cities.
The Lancaster Airport is accessible for residents in Manheim Township looking to travel by air.
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On average, homes in Manheim Township, Lancaster sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Manheim Township, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $325,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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