Oyster Point
Suburban Neighborhood in Mountville, Pennsylvania
Lancaster County 17538, 17554, 17601
Condos, townhouses and single-family homes
The occasional working farm intersperses large, interwinding neighborhoods. Properties range from condominiums to townhouses to single-family homes. Prospective buyers can score a condo in the low $200,000s, and townhouses can sell from the mid $200,000s to the mid $400,000s. Residential neighborhoods feature a mix of split-levels, Cape Cods, colonials and New Traditionals. Tree-lined streets offer shade when walking the family dog, and most properties boast attached garages and the occasional in-ground pool. Sales prices can range from the upper $200,000s for older split-level, while spacious colonials and New Traditionals with three-car garages can sell into the $800,000s. Newer subdivisions are still under construction as of June 2024, with contemporary Craftsman-style homes priced from the upper $500,000s to the upper $700,000s. Oyster Point residents enjoy quiet streets, garnering a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, well below the national average of 4.
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Tennis tournaments at Hempfield recCenter
Oyster Point residents can enjoy the outdoors at Murry Ridge Park. This small, quiet neighborhood park has a playground for kids, a basketball court and a large open lawn perfect for tossing a frisbee. There’s also a half-mile walking path for some fresh air and exercise. Lake Grubb Nature Park is another green space with scenic walking trails, a tranquil lake for anglers, and a playground. Oyster Point is also home to the Hempfield recCenter, with amenities like a fitness center, an indoor pool and tennis courts. Stoltz notes that the center is known for hosting professional tournaments like The Landisville Pro Circuit. Members also have access to the East Petersburg Community Pool. Next door is the Four Seasons Golf Club, a public 18-hole golf course, while other outdoor recreation is nearby. “We’re also close to the Susquehanna River for hiking and fishing and the mountains for skiing,” says Matt Helsel, Realtor with Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster, who has 24 years in the industry.
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Dual enrollment at Hempfield High
The community is part of the highly rated Hempfield School District, graded A-minus on Niche. Younger students may attend the A-minus-rated Centreville Elementary School before moving to the A-rated Centreville Middle School. Hempfield High School also earns an A-minus. Teens at Hempfield High can earn college credits through 23 different Advanced Placements courses or dual enrollment courses in partnership with nearby institutions like Elizabethtown College, Harrisburg Area Community College and Millersville University.
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Live performances at the Fulton Theatre
Entertainment options range from family-friendly activities like corn mazes and hayrides at Corn Cob Acres to musical performances and festivals like Celebrate Lancaster in the city. “There are tons of different restaurants that feature live music and outdoor seating,” Helsel says. “We also have the Fulton Opera House, which is one of the longest-running theaters in the nation.” Also known as the Fulton Theatre, its inception dates back to the mid-1800s when it was built on the grounds of Lancaster’s pre-revolutionary jail. Today, performances include family-friendly plays like Peter Pan and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Closer to home, the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre has been drawing crowds for nearly 40 years for its range of classic and contemporary musical productions.Quick drives to Lancaster City
Public transit options include bus routes along Stony Battery Road and Indian Springs Drive. Lancaster’s Amtrak Station is just 6 miles away. Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is also 3 miles away. However, most residents are likely to get around by car, and they can take Marietta Avenue to get downtown. Highway 30 borders Oyster Point to the south, leading to major commercial areas around Rohrerstown, about 5 miles east. Harrisburg International Airport is less than 30 miles away for domestic flights, but international travel requires connecting flights or a longer drive to Philadelphia or Baltimore airports.
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Roadside farmstands and chain stores
Roadside farmstands range from Amish-owned markets that have been around for decades to Schopf Brothers Farm, which sells everything from fresh produce and florals to pumpkins and Christmas trees. “Mom-and-pop shops are big around here,” Stoltz says. “Residents often opt to shop locally. There’s an Amish-owned roadside stand close to my house, and I go there a lot for farm fresh eggs, meats and homemade cookies.” Just 6 miles away is the Lancaster Central Market, the country’s oldest continuously running farmers market. Chain grocers like Giant and Weis Markets are also close by, along with retailers like BJ’s Wholesale Club and Target. Stoltz notes that Oyster Point has a few restaurants and bars, but most people head downtown for a night out. “LUCA is a popular pizzeria, and 401 Prime is an upscale steakhouse that everyone knows about,” Stoltz says. Closer to home, Loxley’s Restaurant and Patio Bar offers a cozy ambiance in a rustic, mountain-style chateau. Centerville Diner is the go-to spot for brunch dates, and Grand Central Bagel serves up classic bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches.
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Religion in Oyster Point
Many churches are scattered around Oyster Point, cultivating relationships and community. Although churches outnumber other holy places, Downtown Lancaster caters to diverse congregations, with synagogues like the Congregation Shaarai Shomayim, and worship centers like the Diyanet Mosque of Lancaster Ahiska Turks and the Islamic Community Center of Lancaster.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Catesby Gilbert
Catesby Gilbert
Mountain Realty ERA Powered
(717) 696-6646
34 Total Sales
2 in Oyster Point
$208K - $315K Price Range
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Taing Vuthy
Taing Vuthy
LPT Realty, LLC
(223) 216-5265
101 Total Sales
4 in Oyster Point
$244K - $335K Price Range
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Lethea Myers
Lethea Myers
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(717) 844-6102
233 Total Sales
1 in Oyster Point
$325,000 Price
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Jason Burkholder
Jason Burkholder
Hometown Property Sales
(223) 217-5657
166 Total Sales
4 in Oyster Point
$245K - $365K Price Range
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Adrian Young
Adrian Young
Keller Williams Keystone Realty
(223) 217-8660
181 Total Sales
2 in Oyster Point
$463K - $600K Price Range
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Justine Dennis McPhee
Justine Dennis McPhee
Keller Williams Elite
(223) 216-5301
134 Total Sales
6 in Oyster Point
$166K - $530K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 9th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mountville Park
Grubb Lake
Murray Ridge Park
Manor View Park
Noel Dorwart Park
Froelich Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oyster Point | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oyster Point Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oyster Point, Mountville sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Oyster Point, Mountville over the last 12 months is $365,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$368,000
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$371,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$224,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
87
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,777
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,911
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,979
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,473
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,231 per month
- Furnished Studio-Lancaster County
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 400 Sq Ft
- 314 Primrose Ln
- Mountville, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,050
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,890
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,526
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.3%
Advanced Degrees
13.5%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 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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