Suburban Neighborhood in New Kingstown, Pennsylvania
Cumberland County 17015, 17025, 17050
$490,659Average Value$184Average Price per Sq Ft39Homes For Sale
Harrisburg convenience adjoining the great outdoors
Beyond the sprawl of Harrisburg, tidy modern developments bleed into the still-worked farmlands and densely forested woodlands of central Pennsylvania. While major routes make it easy to connect with the towns and cities of the region, with Carlisle and Harrisburg both a short drive on U.S. Route 81 or the slower U.S. Route 11, Silver Spring avoids the hustle and hubbub. Residents in this area enjoy the outdoors on their doorsteps, with the ability to make a short trip to hardcore hiking on the Appalachian Trail or hunting in the State Game Lands just as easily as popping down to the numerous dining and retail options in the heart of the neighborhood.
Conodoguinet Creek flows through the heart of Silver Spring and offers many outdoor activities.
Modern developments back up to densely forested woods in Silver Spring.
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Conservative styles from different generations
Along the long, outstretched bends of Conodoguinet Creek, shady oaks, Japanese maples, ornamental shrubs and other landscaping accents frame contemporary Colonial-style homes on modest lots. Deeper into the hamlets and rural portions, conservative ramblers and split-levels from the middle of the 20th century put less house on more land, with rolling green yards surrounded by towering maples and oaks. “It’s more affordable than many other parts of the country,” says Jim Bedorf, a local Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty, “That area has some of the lowest taxes in the state.” Midcentury homes in the range of $250,000 to $400,000 often feature two to four bedrooms and feature updated layouts taking up 1400 to 1800 square feet. Massive modern estates, many featuring sprawling layouts over 3,000 square feet or more as well as chefs’ kitchens, home gyms, finished basement, and grandiose entrances and dining rooms, often fetch $700,000 or more.
Traditional split level homes line the streets near Silver Spring.
Colorful and unique homes add to the variety in Silver Spring.
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Carlisle and Harrisburg are both a short drive on U.S. Route 81 from Silver Spring.
Great access to direct, high-traffic roads
Silver Spring is very much a car-dependent neighborhood, with sporadic Capital Area Transit bus routes running through between Harrisburg and Carlisle. Select towns like Wertzville and New Kingston have walkable centers, and there are some bikeable areas - recreational bikers will enjoy the challenging roads, but a bike is not a daily commuting option. Harrisburg International Airport is 19 miles away and offers flights across the country, while the Pennsylvania Turnpike sits at the bottom of the neighborhood, for a direct east-west route to Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. UPMC West Shore offers 24-hour emergency care – in addition to being a top employer in the region – and sits roughly 7 miles out of the center of Silver Springs, generally less than 15 minutes driving.
High-achieving Cumberland Valley schools
Students in Silver Spring are in the Cumberland Valley School District – notes Bedorf, “the school district ranks high academically.” Four elementary schools serve the neighborhood – Green Ridge, Silver Spring, Winding Creek or Monroe. Monroe is graded as an A-minus school by Niche, while the other three are graded with an A. Some will then move on to Eagle View Middle School, which gets an A-minus, while others will continue their education at Mountain View, which receives an A from Niche. A single high school campus, Cumberland Valley High School, shines with an A rating from Niche. Niche also rates the school district overall as the second-best district for student athletes in Pennsylvania. Private schools in the region include Carlisle Christian Academy and Heritage Christian Academy.
Winding Creek Elementary School serves grades K-5 and has almost 1,000 students.
Cumberland Valley High School shines with an A rating from Niche.
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Peaceful Cumberland Valley parklands
From quick weekend walks to serious hiking, the outdoors play a big part in the lives of folks in the Cumberland Valley. Surrounded by farms, Stony Ridge Park features baseball diamonds and multi-use fields where neighborhood kids gather to play in local youth sports leagues. The park also provides a place for serious hikers to hop on a local stretch of the Appalachian Trail within 500 feet of the sporting complex. In a curve of the Conodoguinet, the Vincent DiFilippo Nature Preserve, a 54-acre natural area with a well-maintained 2-mile stone walking trail and fishing ponds, while the creek itself is home to smallmouth bass and sunfish. It also offers a chance to catch a glimpse of America’s national bird, as bald eagles nest in the distance. Farther upstream, families hold picnics and birthday celebrations along the waterfront at Willow Mill Park. Formerly an amusement park, it’s now a public gathering place with pavilions, charcoal grills, a children’s playground and a 9-hole disc golf course.
The beautiful Appalachian trail runs near Silver Spring and offers spectacular views.
Vincent DiFilippo Nature Preserve in Silver Spring is a 54 acre nature area with a 2 mile trail.
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Massive annual draws and more in Harrisburg
Outside of sporting events at the high school, residents of Silver Spring generally head into Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg or Carlisle for events. The Pennsylvania Farm Show complex host big draws throughout the year for residents – the namesake Pennsylvania Farm Show in January is the largest indoor agricultural event in the United States, and the Great American Outdoor Show held a month later is the world’s largest outdoor recreation show and expo. Residents will also get out to watch things drop at the New Year – nearby Mechanicsburg drops a wrench, while Harrisburg drops a strawberry. Downtown Harrisburg is home to the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center for shows, as well as the Washington Nationals’ farm team the Harrisburg Senators.
FNB field is close to Silver Spring and is home to the Washington Nationals’ farm team.
Downtown Harrisburg is a short drive away from Silver Spring.
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For all of your shopping needs, head to the Silver Spring Square in Silver Spring.
Old favorites along side a new, creative wave
Route 11 bisects Silver Spring and offers residents numerous shopping and dining choices. Restaurants like Banana Leaf Indian Cuisine and Silver Spring Diner sit around the corner from each other, reflecting the changing nature of the community and its tastes. At Appalachian Brewing Company’s outpost in the area, guests can order from a list of more than 20 craft beers and sodas in an airy dining space with a second-floor mezzanine. Urban Churn, a modern and chic “craft creamery” located inside an elegant, minimalist storefront, highlights Pennsylvania’s heritage with homespun flavors like Dutch Chocolate, sweet potato casserole and Smoked Bourbon Vanilla. Residents visit nearby shopping centers with national franchise restaurants, supermarkets and big box retailers, including Target, Walmart, Wegmans and Giant.
Bambi bites back
Butting up to the Appalachian Trail and the State Game Lands, residents of the region take to the outdoors throughout the year for hiking, hunting and fishing. Deer season is popular in Central Pennsylvania, and while the wealth of white tail brings in hunters from all over, residents have another concern when it comes to Bambi. Central Pennsylvania is the worst region in all of the United States for collisions with deer on the roads – drivers will need to be on high-alert particularly in the winter months.
Conodoguinet Creek in Silver Spring is home to smallmouth bass and sunfish.
The Conodoguinet Creek in Silver Spring is ideal for kayakers to enjoy its scenery.
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Parks in this Area
TerraPark at Walden
Ginger Fields
Silver Spring Municipal Park
Walden Fire Pit
Willow Mill Park
Stony Ridge Park
Transit
Airport
Harrisburg International
36 min drive
Bus
Carlisle Pike & #6621 (Hogestown)
Bus
Carlisle Pike & #6616 (Hogestown)
Bus
Route 114 Park & Ride Lot
Bus
Carlisle Pike & New Kingston (Farmers St
Bus
Weg Warehouse (Mechanicsburg)
Bus
Chewy Warehouse (Mechanicsburg)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Silver Spring
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Silver Spring Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Silver Spring, New Kingstown sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Silver Spring, New Kingstown over the last 12 months is $426,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Key Features: Open-concept living space with Kitchen, Family Room, and Dining Area // Kitchen boasts quartz countertops, tile backsplash, gas range, and stainless steel appliances // Engineered plank flooring throughout first floor // Owner's Suite with walk-in closet and ensuite full bath // Laundry Room on the second floor // Unfinished basement. This Birkdale Cottage is an inviting townhome
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
19,872
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,930
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,770
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
48.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.7%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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