Rural homes and Susquehanna River parks at Lower Windsor Township
Lower Windsor Township offers rural homes and flourishing state parks between the rolling hills of Eastern York County and the Susquehanna River. Although commercial development is limited, the town is conveniently located halfway between York and Lancaster , allowing for work commutes or retail options. A quick drive around the township reveals secluded homes on pastoral, multi-acre lots, with more densely populated boroughs like East Prospect and Yorkanna within the township’s borders offering a more compact, small-town atmosphere.
Mountain hiking, boating and Mason-Dixon Trail access
Samuel S. Lewis State Park features hiking trails that wind their way up Mount Pisgah, where visitors can take in sweeping views of the Susquehanna River from the mountain top. The park is also home to picnic pavilions and a disc golf course. Native Lands Park features hilly fields where it’s popular to fly kites, and there’s access to the Mason-Dixon Trail, a 193-mile pathway that runs alongside the Susquehanna River. Lock Two Recreation Area is situated along Lake Clarke, a dammed section of the river, and provides access to a public boat launch. Rexroth Park is a smaller community green space with a playground and basketball court.
Single-family homes on spacious lots, and manufactured homes
The town is filled with ramblers, Colonial Revivals, bi-levels, and Cape Cod-style homes, which sit on spacious, hilly lots. Single-family homes are priced from $225,000 to $750,000, varying by square footage, lot size and age. Buyers can search in East Prospect for a more developed small-town atmosphere, while outlying areas offer spacious multi-acre lots and more space. There are also manufactured and mobile homes on the market in boroughs like Yorkanna, priced from $65,000 to $145,000. Potential homebuyers need to be aware that there is a moderate flood risk for homes close to the Susquehanna River.
Academic clubs at Eastern York High School
Eastern York School District serves Lower Windsor Township. Students can attend Canadochly Elementary School, which is rated a B-minus by Niche, while Eastern York Middle School receives a B-plus and Eastern York High is rated a B. The high school offers numerous academic clubs for students to develop skills outside of the classroom, including the Science Olympiad, National Honor Society and Future Farmers of America.
York retailers and nearby farmers markets
Lower Windsor Township residents often commute to neighboring towns, such as Red Lion and York to dine or go shopping. York Mall Shopping Center is a few miles west, with a Walmart, Sam’s Club and Home Depot. To the south in Red Lion, there are restaurants like Golden Crust Pizza, a family-owned establishment that serves pies, hot wings, and beer flights. There are also places to buy locally sourced produce around the area, including Flinchbaugh’s Orchard & Farm Market or the Country Barn Farm Market in Lancaster.
Community guidance at Calvary Bible Church
Calvary Bible Church is a fundamentalist Christian house of worship within Lower Windsor Township. In addition to Sunday worship services, the church offers adult Sunday school and a discipleship program, through which community members can seek guidance and counseling. The church also has an active youth ministry and local outreach programs.
An hour from Baltimore, minutes from York and Lancaster
Due to the rural nature of Lower Windsor Township, residents are heavily reliant on personal cars for travel. York is a ten-mile drive west and is home to WellSpan York Hospital. Lancaster is 23 miles east along U.S. Route 30. Locals can drive 30 miles north to catch flights at Harrisburg International Airport. Baltimore is 60 miles south along Interstate 83, which takes around an hour to reach.
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