Find rural privacy while only 35 miles from the Steel City
North Buffalo, Pa., a town in Armstrong County, is about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh. Homeowners who value a more bucolic lifestyle may be attracted to the community. And, North Buffalo is no regional cookie-cutter suburb — some observers consider the neighborhood to be both more convenient and more rural than its sibling township, South Buffalo. “North Buffalo attracts more of the farmer type, whereas South Buffalo has more of a mix of white-collar and blue-collar workers. North Buffalo is mostly just blue collar,” says Bridget Fogarty, a Century 21 American Heritage Realty Realtor who lives nearby Buffalo Township. She adds that residents who move to the area value country living in a quiet setting.
North Buffalo Township offers rural privacy about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh.
North Buffalo Township showcases wooded landscapes and open countryside.
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Large spread-out lots are common for the area
Part of the DNA of North Buffalo includes large lots and homes that are spread out from one another. “You don’t know what your neighbor is cooking on their grill,” says Jon Doerr, a Realtor of 22 years with Berkshire Hathaway, The Preferred Realty. With less than 20% of the residents renting, most neighbors are homeowners. “Most people own property. Everyone out there lives on at least a half-acre,” adds Fogarty. Country homes from the 19th century, traditional ranch-style homes and two-story homes are in this area’s housing stock. Many of these homes have been renovated. There are also several custom builds and the occasional gated estate home surrounded by acres of lush, wooded property. in the neighborhood. Prices typically range from $78,000 to $2 million. The low end represents a complete fixer-upper, while the high end is that occasional estate. For example, a two-bedroom, one-bath farmhouse built in 1900 can go for $128,000, while a four-bedroom, six-bath estate can cost $2.3 million. The average housing size is 1,865 square feet — the median lot comes in at 38,986 square feet. Doerr says that while neighbors don’t always get to know each other, folks in the community are very friendly — but also very private. The CAP Index crime score for the area is 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
Many homes in North Buffalo Township sit on half-acre lots or larger.
Farmhouse properties in North Buffalo Township often sit back on expansive land.
Ranch-style homes in North Buffalo Township are often shaded by mature trees.
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Schools have a low student-teacher ratio
North Buffalo kids can attend schools in the Armstrong County School District, which has a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Niche grades the district a C-plus. Younger students can go to West Hills Primary and West Hills Intermediate, both B-rated schools. Teens can move on to Armstrong Junior-Senior High, a C-rated school where students have an average 3.67 grade point average.
West Hills Primary School educates younger students from North Buffalo Township.
West Hills Intermediate School serves families from North Buffalo Township.
Armstrong Junior-Senior High School serves North Buffalo Township students.
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In Western Pa., it's all about the river and the game lands
The Allegheny River is a hotbed for plenty of recreational options. “The water is very important, as most people enjoy the rural lifestyle,” says Fogarty. “You have little inlets for kayaking, and if you’re a good enough kayaker, you can get out on the river. The Allegheny is large enough to support pretty big boats. There’s a lot of fishing and hunting. A lot of hunting clubs in the area.” Members of those clubs tend to take advantage of Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 247, a 452-acre state-run township property designated for hunting foxes, coyotes, bobcats and migratory game birds. Since residents value the river so much, it makes sense that events also revolve around it. The Ford City Memorial Park, a wooded green space just across the river, holds several events including the annual Fourth of July celebration and the Ford City Family FunFest, an annual 5-day event that kicks off summer. Kittanning Riverfront Park features an amphitheater for concerts.
Kittanning Country Club offers golf near North Buffalo Township.
Ford City Memorial Park hosts holiday events among wooded grounds.
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Shopping and dining require a trip to nearby Kittanning
Doerr says there are no strip malls, storefronts or restaurants in the community, so residents must hop in their cars and travel to nearby Kittanning, a 6-mile trip. There, folks can take advantage of several area eateries like Bugsy’s Pizza, Valley Dairy Restaurant, Dunkin Donuts, and Allegheny Mariner, which patrons can access by boat. Valley Dairy features a menu that serves breakfast all day as well as sandwiches, burgers and wraps. The Allegheny Mariner serves hand-helds, tacos and seafood dishes. Located in West Kittanning, just north of the municipality, a Walmart Supercenter offers one-stop shopping for residents.
Valley Dairy Restaurant in Kittanning serves breakfast all day and classic diner fare.
The 700 Shop in Kittanning provides everyday services for North Buffalo Township.
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Route 28 can take residents directly to downtown Pittsburgh
Commuters can take Pennsylvania Route 28, also known as the Allegheny Valley Expressway, which connects drivers directly to downtown Pittsburgh in 35 miles. There is currently no public transportation provided in the community, but a trip to Kittanning can offer access via Town & Country Transit.
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