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West End is considered the “best tucked-away area of Lancaster”
West End is a dense and eclectic neighborhood several blocks west of downtown Lancaster. One of West End’s welcome signs is a mural depicting the neighborhood’s recognizable row houses. Another mural shows a boy making a triumphant pose in front of a rising sun. Many here also live within walking distance of a diverse mix of cafes and restaurants, some of which get regular visits from local photographers and other like-minded artists. Additionally, the neighborhood is a few blocks south of Franklin & Marshall College, making West End a draw for some students. “It’s the best tucked-away area of Lancaster. It’s quiet, you have mature trees, the F&M campus is beautiful, and there’s a dog park,” says Justine Dennis McPhee, co-leader of the Meier-McPhee Team with Keller Williams Elite. “You’re close to a bunch of restaurants and have easy access to [U.S. Highway] 30.”
Lancaster's Murals Arts Program is an example of how public art can energize a neighborhood.
Rows of houses with a craftsman feel line a major street in Lancaster's West End area.
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Homes are mainly rowhomes from before World War II
Homes here are along roads lined by mature trees and parked cars. While there are a few single-family homes, brick rowhomes make up most of the housing here. Many rowhomes show Victorian and Italianate touches, and some single-family homes include American Foursquares. Many homes here were also built before World War II, but have undergone remodelings. “Some are very stately with high ceilings, beautiful wood stains, bannisters and nice stairways going to the second floor,” says Christine Nolt, an agent with the Nolt and Bailey Team at Lancaster-based Kingsway Realty. Most rowhomes run between $150,000 and $390,000, while single-family homes mainly go from $230,000 to $450,000. However, just over half of the neighborhood rents. Apartment buildings include College Hill, which is one of the options for F&M students.
The West End is notable for its many style of rowhomes such as these three-story houses.
The West End is home to many large, historic homes such as this Tudor house.
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Restaurants serve scratch-made foods, lattes and Dominican cuisine
Many here may start their day at the Copper Cup, which is housed in an old bank building and mostly operates as a drive-thru coffee shop. The cafe, however, has some seating, meeting rooms and free Wi-Fi. Copper Cup makes its meals from scratch, and popular drinks include the Copper, a signature latte flavored with honey and cinnamon. The family-owned Valentino’s Cafe serves Italian, while those looking for Dominican food may stop by J & J Mofongo Restaurant. The neighborhood is also close to West Art, an old church that is now an event venue with a coffee bar and spaces for activities like yoga, live music and comedy shows. “It’s got a bunch of different spaces, and they’ve done a fantastic job of bringing in all kinds of neat events,” McPhee says. Several local and corner grocers are nearby, but Whole Foods and Save A Lot are some of the nearest grocery chains.
Copper Cup is a popular caffeine stop for people in the West End neighborhood.
Coffee houses such as Rachel's are a popular destination for many in the West End.
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Parks have art, playgrounds and place for dogs
West End has a few small parks popular among local children and teens. Rodney Park has a splash pad, a playground and a multi-colored public art fixture called the "Dancing Arches." Many meet up for pickup basketball games at Crystal Park, which has stainless steel and bronze sculptures called the "Changing Gears." Buchanan Park offers tree-shaded spaces with benches, statues and a dog park.
Dogs and their owners spend many fun afternoons at Buchanan Park in the the West End.
Crystal Park visitors can see the new public art installation, Changing Gears.
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Students may attend several Lancaster schools
Students may start at Smith-Wade-El Elementary School, which gets a C from Niche. Depending on where they live, they may then go to Reynolds Middle or Wheatland Middle. Reynolds receives a C grade, while Wheatland gets a C-minus. McCaskey High receives a B-minus and enrolls over 2,600 students. The high school offers an International Baccalaureate program and career and technical education coursework.
James Buchanan Elementary School serves the West End.
McCaskey High School serves students in sixth to 12th grade.
Many students in College Park attend the nearby Wheatland Middle School.
The main entrance of Reynolds Middle School is an iconic sight in its neighborhood.
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Residents may attend Music Friday and other local celebrations
West End is close to several of Lancaster's events and annual celebrations. They include traditions like Music Friday, a live music series that runs on the third Friday of every month between May and September. The shows have occurred at nearby locations like Our Town Brewery and Binns Park. Avid runners here may also sign up for the Red Rose Run, a 5-mile race through the city and Lancaster County Central Park.
Neighborhood is a few blocks from downtown Lancaster
Residents needing public transportation can access several bus stops run by the Red Rose Transit Authority. The neighborhood is about 1 mile west of downtown Lancaster. Located about 1 mile east, Lancaser General Hospital is the nearest major medical facility. Travelers here are also less than 10 miles south of Lancaster Airport.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
5
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Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
4
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Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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West End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West End, Lancaster sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in West End, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $252,500, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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