Rachel Ingram
Responds Quickly
Keller Williams Elite
(223) 216-5147
137 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$153,000 Price
Stevens
Neighborhood in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster County 17602
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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Rachel Ingram
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Amy Beachy
Amy Beachy
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(223) 217-3149
267 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$167,000 Price
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Michaela Adcock
Michaela Adcock
Responds QuicklyBering Real Estate Co.
(717) 912-9230
36 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$150,000 Price
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Don Helsel
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Don Helsel
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(223) 216-2189
80 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$158,000 Price
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Josh Packer
Josh Packer
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Elite
(223) 216-7995
83 Total Sales
1 in Stevens
$227,000 Price
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Sarah Naylor
Sarah Naylor
Responds QuicklyKingsway Realty - Lancaster
(267) 460-0808
57 Total Sales
2 in Stevens
$250K - $330K Price Range
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stevens, Lancaster sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Stevens, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $208,320, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$214,900
Median Single Family Price
$216,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$129
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$217,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,020
Median Year Built
1905
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,543
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,050
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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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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