North Middleton Township is a growing suburb with rural charm
North Middleton Township is a semirural community just north of Carlisle. While much of this historically agricultural township's area is still made up of farmland, most of its residents live in modern subdivisions and commute to either Carlisle or Harrisburg for work. "There's not a whole lot out there apart from houses or farms, but I think that's kind of the point," says Realtor Shannon Kincaid of Berkshire Hathaway HomeSale Realty, who has lived in the area for nearly 25 years. "Most of the homes are just north of Carlisle, so it's just a short drive to any part of town."
Modern subdivisions of townhomes are cropping up along North Middleton Township's residential streets.
North Middleton Township is a growing community.
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Modern subdivisions just north of Carlisle
Farm houses can be found scattered around North Middleton, but the vast majority of the local housing inventory is concentrated in newer subdivisions in the southern parts of the township. Areas closer to Carlisle mostly feature midcentury ranch-style houses and split-levels, while developments farther out are made up of New Traditional two-story homes. Some properties back up onto the surrounding woods and farmland, but many of the subdivision homes sit closer together on traditional suburban streets. Midcentury properties generally sell for between $170,000 and $200,000, while most modern builds sell for between $310,000 and $665,000. Townhouses usually go for $200,000 to $390,000, while manufactured homes can go for anywhere from $40,000 to $165,000. Flood risk is a concern for some homes in the area, particularly those close to Conodoguinet Creek.
The vast majority of North Middleton Township's housing inventory is concentrated in new subdivisions.
Older ranch-style homes are common closer to Carlisle in North Middleton Township.
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Local parks, Conodoguinet Creek boating and road cycling opportunities
There are several local parks in and around the township's subdivisions. North Middleton Park, Village Park and Creekview Park offer athletic fields, playgrounds and walking trails. Cave Hill Nature Center on the south bank of Conodoguinet Creek offers access to well-known local caves, though cave exploration is discouraged by local authorities. The creek itself runs through much of North Middleton and is popular with fishing and boating enthusiasts. The public 18-hole Eagles Crossing Golf Course offers scenic views of the surrounding hills and waterways. The township has also become a popular spot for cyclists. "My husband goes biking up there all the time," says Kincaid. "There's lots of great scenery and the roads aren't too crowded."
The public 18-hole Eagles Crossing Gold Course offers scenic views in North Middleton Township.
Road construction, trash dumping, and the spread of exotic species are all impacting Cave Hill Nature Center.
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Close to downtown Carlisle
Most of the shopping and dining in North Middleton Township is found along state Route 34 on the east side of the community. It's home to the local Karns Foods supermarket, as well as a small but highly rated selection of restaurants like the old-school Mays Family Restaurant and popular Indo-Chinese and Nepali eatery Momo heaven. For additional shopping and dining, locals generally head south to Carlisle, which has a larger variety of local shops and big-box stores, as well as more restaurants. Nearly all of the largest local employers are also located in Carlisle, including the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Carlisle, Carlisle Barracks and the U.S. Army War College.
Grand Illusion Hard Cider in Carlisle has outdoor seating to enjoy on nice days.
Residents can enjoy popular local restaurants along Route 34 in North Middleton Township.
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Carlisle area public schools
Crestview Elementary School has a B grade on Niche, while Wilson Middle School has a B-minus. Carlisle Area High School has a B-plus grade and offers dual enrollment courses for college credit through partnerships with a variety of local colleges, including Shippensburg University and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
Crestview Elementary School has a B grade on Niche.
Carlisle Area High School has a diverse and welcoming community of students.
Students of Wilson Middle School can eat lunch outside by the sundial in the school's courtyard.
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The Carlisle Fairgrounds car shows draw crowds
The Carlisle Fairgrounds hosts events throughout the warmer months, including flea markets, car shows and races. Every September, Carlisle celebrates Harvest of the Arts, which has been running for over 40 years and features live music, food vendors and dozens of local artists.
One of Carlisle's largest draws is the year-round Farmers on the Square farmers market.
Classic Corvettes are on display for thousands of fans at the Corvettes at Carlisle event.
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Easy access to Interstate 76
Interstate 76 runs along the south side of North Middleton Township, and Interstate 81 is just a few miles east. It's a roughly 23-mile drive from the township to Harrisburg, which is home to the nearest major airport. Bus service in the area is provided by rabbittransit — most routes in the area connect to the transit center in downtown Carlisle.
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