Stadium District
Suburban Neighborhood in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster County 17603
Creative combinations and neighborhood cornerstones
It’s easy to make a night of it in the Stadium District thanks to a wealth of drinking and dining options that surround the stadium – although the ballpark food is certainly a highlight for many thanks to award-winning Hess’s Barbecue, holders of over 100 local and regional awards. Route 66 has been called the best cheeseburger in Pennsylvania, but locals know the real treats are their India-meets-Nashville mash-ups like their Tandoori Hot Fried Chicken, along with their homemade falafel burger. Lombardo’s Restaurant has been a fixture since 1946, serving Italian specialties, while newcomer John J. Jeffries is renowned for their farm-to-table menu that focuses on local producers. Chuck an axe and raise a horn of the beverage of the Vikings at Meduseld Meadery, a one-of-a-kind experience, or step across the street to The Fridge, one of the original craft beer bars in the region. Saturday mornings usually get their start with an early-morning hangover cure from the Neptune Diner, coffee from Mean Cup and one of Beiler’s Doughnuts rich creations, before taking the short walk to Lancaster Central Market. When residents want to cook at home, they’ll crab some fresh catch from Mr. Bill’s Fresh Seafood, or head to the Weis market at Red Rose Commons, which also features big box stores like The Home Depot.A popular spot for dogs, a hidden gem for kids
There is plenty of green space in the Stadium District, but it is devoted mainly towards open space and playing fields. While nearby Franklin & Marshall College owns them, they allow residents to use them for frisbee, a kick-around, and even the first cricket pitch in Lancaster. Nearby Buchanan Park features basketball and tennis courts that see heavy use, as well as a playground and a dog park for four-legged socializing. Mayor Janice Stork Corridor Park is a hidden gem, with a few play areas as well as a basketball court. The neighborhood is also home to the City Center YMCA, with a pool, fitness classes, and a very busy fitness center.Old rowhomes and apartments with a view
As the Stadium District evolves, so does the housing. The tightly packed brick rowhomes in the northern portion of the neighborhood – some featuring colorful paint jobs – date back to the late 19th century, sporting hints of Italianate and Colonial design. Many of these have undergone renovations over the years, but retain features including older plumbing and wiring, as well as plaster walls. More recently, modern condos and apartments – like the ones at Stadium Row with views of the park from their rooftop – have begun to rise over the townhomes, raising prices along with them. “This area has been changing so much the past several years. It's definitely on the radar of buyers from out of town, as it's seen as ‘up and coming’,” notes Augustine Lewis, a longtime resident herself. Two- and three-bed rowhomes with small backyards – usually only a few hundred square feet – generally fetch from $140,000 to $250,000, while four-bedroom units and thoroughly renovated homes usually sell for $300,000 to $400,000. Condos range from $250,000 to $475,000 depending on size.One neighborhood, two districts
Due to a quirk in line drawing, students in Lancaster’s Stadium District may attend either Manheim Township School District or the School District of Lancaster. Those attending Township start out at Brecht Elementary School, which houses kindergarten through fourth grade then progress on to Landis Run Intermediate School for grades five and six – both get an A grade from Niche. Manheim Township Middle School is home for grades seven and eight, getting an A-minus. Manheim Township High School, graded as an A by Niche, is also in Niche’s Top 50 for Best Public High Schools in Pennsylvania. For students in School District of Lancaster, they may attend Thomas Wharton or Ross for kindergarten through fifth grade, both of which earn a C-plus from Niche. Reynolds Middle School gets a C grade while McCaskey High School offers the International Baccalaureate program and receives a B-minus from Niche. Private schools include Lancaster Country Day school for preschool through twelfth grade, as well as Lancaster Catholic High School and its affiliated feeder schools.Commuter-friendly Lancaster living
The Stadium District is incredibly walkable - “You'll see lots of pedestrians, folks walking to and from work at the hospital or the train station,” says Augustine Lewis. Combined with bike-friendly roadways and Red Rose Transit Authority bus routes, this allows residents to get by without a car on most days if they want to. It also helps that major employers in the city like Lancaster Leaf, Armstrong Flooring, and Burnham are within or adjacent to the neighborhood, while the Amtrak station provides daily service for commuters to Harrisburg or Philadelphia. Lancaster General Hospital – the largest employer in the city – is located two blocks from the District, providing emergency care for residents. While Lancaster Airport is only 10 miles north, flights are limited. Residents instead will drive to Harrisburg International, 32 miles northwest, for flights out of the region.Constant commotion at Clipper
Clipper Magazine is a hub of events throughout the year. The independent Atlantic League Lancaster Barnstormers play out the season from spring through fall, with residents attending the games as much for sport as for spending time letting the kids play in the outfield playground and getting to meet Cylo. Post-game fireworks on Fridays can be enjoyed from porches, backyards and rooftops throughout the neighborhood. The stadium is also host to concerts and community sports leagues throughout the year, along with the annual Christmas Spirit Light Show through the holiday season. Residents will also make the short walk downtown, where the small shops and restaurants for monthly First Fridays.
Rehabilitating the city’s northwest
The wide swath of green space and fields on the top edge of the Stadium District wasn’t always a playground for collegiate athletes and local residents. It started out as an industrial brownfield, and the effort by the city and other local businesses and institutions helped turn one of the least desirable pieces of land in the city into the emerald expanse it is today.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anne Lusk
Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty
(717) 935-8473
649 Total Sales
5 in Stadium District
$270K - $595K Price Range
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Marilyn Berger Shank
Keller Williams Elite
(717) 844-9893
78 Total Sales
2 in Stadium District
$475K - $510K Price Range
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Jerry Riggleman
Responds QuicklyReal of Pennsylvania
(717) 910-6639
202 Total Sales
1 in Stadium District
$268,000 Price
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Jennifer Augustine
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
(223) 216-2052
85 Total Sales
1 in Stadium District
$200,000 Price
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Taing Vuthy
LPT Realty, LLC
(223) 216-5265
101 Total Sales
1 in Stadium District
$510,000 Price
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Kate Mardis
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster
(717) 208-8974
70 Total Sales
1 in Stadium District
$275,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Stadium District | US |
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Homicide | 4 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 5 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 6 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Stadium District Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stadium District, Lancaster sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Stadium District, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $389,340, up 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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