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Suburban living in Westmoreland County
Situated on the western edge of Westmoreland County just outside the Pittsburgh city limits, Penn Township offers a quiet suburb with rolling terrain, a place where nature provides the bucolic backdrop for a wide variety of homes, high-quality schools, and surprisingly close dining and grocery amenities. “It’s really got a country feel but it’s only 40 minutes to downtown Pittsburgh,” says local Realtor Danette Westervelt of RE/MAX Heritage. The township is part of the award-winning Penn-Trafford School District, which Niche ranks as the second-best school district in Westmoreland County.
Penn Township residents take great pride in their property.
Penn Township is a large peaceful area that you can call home.
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Residential subdivisions, new construction and townhouse communities
Penn Township features a mix of established neighborhoods and new construction communities. Split-level, Cape Cod and ranch-style homes date to the mid-1900s and sit side-by-side on quiet residential streets. Prices for older single-family homes typically range from $175,000 to $450,000, and custom builds with larger lots can sell for $375,000 to $750,000. Lot sizes generally increase around the outskirts of town, with some properties sitting on up to several acres of land. Those looking for more recent construction will find New Traditional homes built around the early 2020s selling for $500,000 to $775,000. There are also several townhouse developments in Penn Township, and traditional two-story townhouses typically sell for $300,000 to $415,000. The township’s overall CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score and significantly lower than the national average of 4.
Admire the new homes that are being built in Penn Township.
Penn Township has split-level homes on hilly streets.
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Dual enrollment program at Penn-Trafford High School
The Penn-Trafford School District earns an overall grade of A from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Students can attend the A-rated McCullough Elementary School and Penn Middle School before moving on to Penn-Trafford High School, which scores an A-minus. The high school’s dual enrollment program allows teens to earn college credit from local colleges and universities like Westmoreland County Community College, LaRoche University and Seton Hill University. It also boasts several award-winning athletic programs, including its field hockey team, which won eight consecutive Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League Class 2A championships from 2016 through 2023.
Penn Trafford High School services the local youth in the Penn Township region.
Penn Middle School is the next step toward your new life in Penn Township.
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Municipal Park Complex, Bushy Run Battlefield and nearby golf courses
The Penn Township Municipal Park Complex serves as a recreation hub in the center of town. It features various athletic facilities, walking paths, a playground and a small fishing pond stocked with trout. Next to the park is the Penn Area Library, which offers educational and recreational programs for all ages. The township is also home to Bushy Run Battlefield, which stands out as the country’s only historic site and museum entirely dedicated to Pontiac’s War. The battlefield was the site of a major British victory over several Native American tribes in 1763, marking a critical turning point in the war. Visitors can learn more about the war through the museum and visitor’s center, guided battlefield tours and events like the seasonal Bushy Run Market. Golfers can play a round at the Irwin Country Club and Manor Valley Golf Course, both of which offer public 18-hole courses. At the private Westmoreland Country Club, members have access to an 18-hole golf course, an outdoor pool and a racquet sports complex.
Play 18 holes at Irwin Country Club in Penn Township.
Bushy Run Park in Penn Township is a site that deals exclusively with Pontiac's Rebellion.
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Local restaurants, Penn Crossing shopping center and Westmoreland Mall
With restaurants scattered throughout town, Penn Township hosts a variety of flavors. Olives and Peppers is known for its traditional Italian dishes, while SchoolHouse Tavern offers a local gastropub with American classics, live music and an outdoor patio. Sweet Buzz Bean & Bistro is a go-to spot for coffee, and The Nest Restaurant serves up fresh seafood over white tablecloths. For errands, the Penn Crossing shopping center features spots like Giant Eagle Supermarket and Eastwood Hardware. Residents are also less than 15 miles from the Westmoreland Mall, which has more than 170 different shops and restaurants. As the largest shopping destination between Pittsburgh and Lancaster, it’s also home to Live! Casino Pittsburgh.
Sweet Buzz Bean & Bistro is a wonderful place with a great atmosphere in Penn Township.
Schoolhouse Tavern serves up great food and service in Penn Township.
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Access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pittsburgh commutes
With no public transportation and several major thoroughfares passing through the community, Penn Township is largely car-dependent. Residents have access to Interstate 76, which winds through the western half of town and is also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The turnpike connects with U.S. Route 22 and Interstate 376, which leads about 23 miles west into Pittsburgh. Arnold Palmer Regional Airport is 21 miles away, and Spirit Airlines offers direct flights to two destinations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Orlando, Florida. For trips to other destinations, Pittsburgh International Airport is around 40 miles from Penn Township. Forbes Hospital is less than 10 miles northwest and boasts the only Level II Trauma Center in the eastern suburbs of the Pittsburgh Metro Area.
Chili cook-off and carnival rides at the Penn Township Fall Festival
The township hosts various events at the Municipal Park Complex. Each September, the Penn Township Fall Festival celebrates the beginning of autumn with live music, a car cruise and a chili cook-off. There are also carnival rides, food vendors and family-friendly activities at the festival. On Friday nights from May through August, the township’s food truck and music series brings residents together for local flavors and tunes.
The crown fills in the park each month at Penn Townships Food Trucks & Music event.
Large festival rides are brought in each year for the Penn Township Fall Festival.
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Parks in this Area
Penn Boro Park
Oak Hollow Park
Altman Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Penn Township Municipal Park
Bushy Run Park
B-Y Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional
35 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Penn Township
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Penn Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Penn Township, North Huntingdon sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Penn Township, North Huntingdon over the last 12 months is $403,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Move right into this absolutely stunning home on a quiet cul-de-sac in Penntowne Plantation III, a desirable sidewalk community! Wrap-around front porch w/ storage, new custom front door, freshly sealed driveway, cement siding, an oversized 2-car garage w/ workspace. New custom kitchen features stone counters, 8.6 ft island w/ seating & beverage cooler, double ovens & other high end appliances
Welcome home to this absolutely gorgeous, two-story nestled on a quiet street in the Penn-Trafford School District. Bursting with curb appeal & pride of ownership, this spacious home offers both comfort & style. The main level features gleaming hardwood floors, a large living room anchored by a cozy gas fireplace, & an open-concept kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances that flows effortlessly
Stunning 2022 Rosecliff Model end unit in the desirable Blackthorne Estates! Beautifully designed home features an open-concept main floor with crown molding & recessed lighting throughout. The chef’s kitchen is a true showstopper—complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & large center island with seating. French doors off the dining room lead to a covered deck with serene
Welcome to 56 Regola Drive! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick home is located in the desirable Cortina Marie Estates Plan within the Penn Trafford School District. The updated kitchen with ceramic tile opens to a spacious living room—perfect for your sectional and flat screen TV. The adjacent dining area leads to a covered porch and large rear deck overlooking a flat
Cute, Cozy, & Completely Move-In Ready! This charming cottage-style home sits in a quiet, welcoming neighborhood with plenty of yard space to enjoy. Inside, you’ll love the spacious master suite, updated finishes throughout, and a private 3rd bedroom upstairs with its own mini-split AC—perfect for guests, an office, or a teen retreat!The kitchen features stone countertops, a farmhouse
Charming ranch in the heart of the Penn-Trafford School District. Just a street away from Harrison Park Elementary! Nestled in a popular neighborhood, this home offers great bones, a functional layout, and room to make it your own. The living room welcomes you with warm hardwood floors and abundant natural light, while the newly renovated finished basement adds a bright, versatile bonus space
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Stunning 3 yrs young townhome with tons of updates such as a 4ft bump out, high ceilings, beautiful driftwood stairs & railing, and custom plantation shuttered windows. Main level has a welcoming living room, kitchen which features a 10' quartz-topped island & counters, upgraded 42" upper cabinets, soft close drawers & pull-out storage, and GE stainless steel appliance suite. Entertain in the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,021
Median Age
49
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,706
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,926
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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