Jennifer Augustine
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
(223) 216-2052
84 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$115,000 Price
Stevens
A smart choice for many, Stevens spans a small section of the city east of downtown and includes a small college campus that's been part of the community's fabric for over a century.
Though you might imagine a college neighborhood in an urban environment could get crazy and loud, neighbors in Stevens enjoy a quiet and comfortable lifestyle in this primarily residential enclave that includes the campus of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology. As an older neighborhood, though, the various row houses and Colonial-inspired buildings from the late 1800s and early 20th century tend to be smaller and arranged for a higher population density. Fortunately, home prices here are generally more affordable than the rest of Lancaster. For around $100,000 to $175,000, you can purchase a brick house, possibly with a front porch looking out onto the street. The most expensive sales of late, which show transactions upward of $300,000, tend to be for exquisitely remodeled properties or a two-unit, semi-detached twin house.
With a multicultural community, you'll find folks of various ages, backgrounds and professions. Students and professors are part of the community. Still, you will see few backpack-toting college students leaving the house for classes during the day, as the Thaddeus Stevens campus includes several dormitories for its approximately 1,300 students. You'll more likely see grade school students, however, as the Lancaster School District's Washington Elementary School and Jackson Middle School are both in the community. From there, students typically go to McCaskey High School.
Christine Nolt, a Lancaster area native and partner in Kingsway Realty with the Nolt & Bailey Team, says that the city school division's Gifted and Talented program is also a draw for families seeking specialized lesson plans for students with advanced learning needs. "People have told me they want to be in the school district for their kids," she says of the program. "It gives students a lot of opportunities."
Reservoir Park across from the neighborhood draws large crowds, as the open space features a street hockey rink, basketball courts and a wading pool. If you want to fix your bike or help your kid learn to ride, visit The Common Wheel Bicycle Co-Op underneath the park's signature water tower for youth and adult repair workshops and the Earn A Bike after-school program. And with the Conestoga River coursing through the area near the neighborhood, it's easy to hop on the greenway trail to explore the local ecosystem and enjoy the natural environment just minutes from home.
Within the neighborhood, residents can shop at a few different corner stores and take-out restaurants like Jibarito, a small joint inspired by Puerto Rican, Mexican and New York City flavors delivered in the form of empanadas, mofongo stew, roasted pork sandwiches and spicy morcilla blood sausage. Of course, you'd be remiss not to visit downtown often if you live in Stevens. Throughout the year, local businesses and organizers put on events like the Rhubarb Festival and First Fridays, a monthly celebration featuring special art exhibitions, performances and events celebrating the city's arts, culture and food scenes. When the Lancaster Central Market is open Fridays, Saturdays and Tuesdays, over 60 vendors and thousands of patrons convene at the country's oldest continuously operating farmer's market. "There's a lot of new bars and restaurants opening downtown. It's attracting people to live around there," Nolt says. "It's a walkable city, so people are drawn to it."
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jennifer Augustine
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Amy Beachy
Amy Beachy
Coldwell Banker Realty
(223) 217-3149
274 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$167,000 Price
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Taing Vuthy
Taing Vuthy
LPT Realty, LLC
(223) 216-5265
106 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$29,500 Price
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Jim Bull
Jim Bull
Responds QuicklyPine Creek Real Estate, Inc.
(717) 696-0823
92 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$198,000 Price
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Jeffrey Zimmerman
Jeffrey Zimmerman
Responds QuicklyPrime Home Real Estate, LLC
(223) 217-5422
371 Total Sales
9 in Stevens
$98K - $309K Price Range
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Michael Chan
Michael Chan
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
(717) 912-9444
398 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$160,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Musser Park
Lancaster County Central Park
Garden Of The Five Senses
Reservior Park
Holly Pointe Park
Milburn Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Stevens | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Stevens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stevens, Lancaster sell after 102 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Stevens, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $369,900, up 93% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$474,900
Median Sale Price
$369,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$510,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$482,400
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$639,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
93%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,025
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,542
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,040
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,314
Median Age
32
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,685
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,822
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
57.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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