$172,180Average Value$82Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Muir offers quiet living near Tower City and outdoor recreation
Originally built in the late 1800s to house workers of nearby coal mines, Muir is a peaceful residential area in Porter Township that’s near outdoor recreation. “There is a lot of community pride and support here in this town,” says Angie Bixler, secretary of the Tower Porter Improvement Organization. “I know the town has my back just like the way I care for the town. We do lots of fundraising events for the community and for those in need.” Tower City, located about 2 miles away, is the go-to for community events and restaurants, and Pottsville is 20 miles away.
For breathtaking views Muir residents can go to neighboring Lykens and hike up to Love Rock.
Muir is a small community in Porter township, in proximity to the borough of Tower City.
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Homes have mountain views and roomy backyards
Muir’s Folk Victorian, Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes have mountain views on all sides, and some houses have views of farmland extending to the south. Houses are typically close to the sidewalk or road, but they have backyards large enough for a pool. Street parking is available, though many homes have detached garages in the back that are accessed through alleyways. The median home sale price is around $150,000, significantly lower than the national median of $440,000.
Ranch houses on larger lots of land with attached garages can be found in Muir.
A majority of Muir houses sit close in proximity on quiet residential streets.
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A car-reliant area with routes to Pottsville and Harrisburg
U.S. Highway 209 leads about 2 miles to Tower City, the nearest borough, and 20 miles to Pottsville, where Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street campus is the closest hospital. Harrisburg is a 38-mile drive, and Harrisburg International Airport is 49 miles away. Interstate 81 is 5 miles away, providing access to the rest of the region. Houses of worship here include Grace United Methodist Church and Foursquare Gospel Church.
Muir is conveniently located near Interstate 81.
Downtown Harrisburg is only a short car ride away from Muir.
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Career readiness at Williams Valley schools
Kids can start school at Williams Valley Elementary, which earns a C-minus from Niche, and then go to the C-rated Williams Valley Junior/Senior High. High schoolers can participate in several programs to prepare for their careers. The School-to-Career Program allows juniors and seniors to leave school early to go to a paying job, as long as they’re on schedule to graduate on time. The school also offers teaching internships for those who are interested in becoming educators. The Your Employability Skills Program focuses on job preparedness by teaching topics like workplace safety and business communication.
Williams Valley Junior/Senior High School serves students of the Muir neighborhood.
Williams Valley Elementary School is a public school located in Tower City, PA.
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Nearby recreation includes a playground, a swimming pool and trails
There are several parks and recreation areas near Muir. Tower City Park has a playground and sports fields for kids to burn off some energy. Near the park, the Porter-Tower Recreation Commission has a public swimming pool that’s open in the summer. Nearby, Rausch Creek Off-Road Park has over 80 miles of trails for four-wheel drive vehicles. Hiking areas are to the south, including the nearly 20-mile Stony Valley Rail-Trail, a former railroad that’s also used for horseback riding and cycling. The over 3,500-acre Swatara State Park has more trails, and it also offers kayaking and fishing along Swatara Creek.
The newer playground at Tower City Park in Muir is popular with the local kids.
Families of Muir can cool off at the Porter-Tower Community Pool at Tower City Park.
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Porter Township hosts regular events
The Tower Porter Improvement Organization hosts several events throughout the year. Tower-Porter Old Home Week has taken place each May at Tower City Park since 1950. The carnival features rides, midway games and raffles. “We also put hero banners to honor our veterans for their military services throughout the streets around Memorial Day,” Bixler says. The organization hosts Kids Fun Day in July, National Night Out in August and the Halloween Parade in October.
Restaurants in Tower City, grocery stores in nearby boroughs
The closest restaurants are along Grand Avenue in Tower City. Scotto’s Ristorante and Pizzeria serves Italian comfort food in a casual atmosphere, and it also offers takeout. O’Neals 4th Street Station Pub is a popular bar that serves Irish dishes and bar food. Muir’s residents can also buy homemade meals from the Muir Fire Department each Sunday, which they offer to raise money for the station. Williams Valley Farms offers locally sourced meat and produce. Grocery stores like Dollar General, Redner’s Warehouse Markets and Boyer's Food Market are within 10 miles.
O'Neals 4th Street Station Pub has daily happy hour specials for diners of Muir.
For fresh fruits and vegetables Muir residents can go to Boyer's Food Market.
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On average, homes in Muir, PA sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Muir, PA over the last 12 months is $127,750, down 62% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$127,750
Median Sale Price
$127,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$151,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-62%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$82
Area Facts
Number of Homes
69
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,597
Below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,576
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
Muir Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
420
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,024
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$95,547
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.9%
College Graduates
19.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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