A community along the natural beauty of the Lehigh River
Found along the Lehigh River nearly dead-center between Bethlehem and Easton, Old Orchard's community stays deep-rooted. "I've lived here all my life. If you move here, people don't move out," says Lynne Kounoupis, Realtor at RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate. "It's a little hidden treasure." The spacious, rural area of distinct homes is a huge draw, as is the proximity to ample green space, such as the D&L Trail and Lehigh Waterfall. Old Orchard maintains a calm atmosphere and is primarily residential, with large retail spots available within a 10-minute drive. Being just 6 miles from Bethlehem, residents also have quick access to year-round events and more extensive community gatherings.
Jet Skiers ride the Lehigh River in the Old Orchard neighborhood.
The Lehigh River provides a dramatic backdrop for the community of Old Orchard.
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The classic, unique architecture of Old Orchard
On the Lehigh River, Old Orchard lies about half an hour from Allentown. Being farther from the city, residents wind down curved roads and into tucked-away cul-de-sacs. Despite no sidewalks, taking a stroll on the wide streets is simple as they're majorly free from traffic. "It's a great neighborhood with houses spaced apart and a laidback, rural type of living," Kounoupis says. "Almost every house has a different layout and look to it. The different styles are what intrigues people about the neighborhood." With Old Orchard's more rural nature, homeowners often enjoy roomy lawns as an extra perk. A low-profile, ranch-style home may sell between $340,000 to $395,000, while a large Colonial Revival home with columns and a portico may range between $430,000 to $485,000.
Newer Modern Colonial homes can fetch $600,000.
Larger Modern Colonial homes in Old Orchard often contain four or more bedrooms.
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Exploring the D&L Trail
"The D&L Trail runs behind the property where I live. The path can take you along the whole area with miles of dog walking and bike riding," Kounoupis says. On the D&L path, people enjoy scenic views of the Lehigh River and can even reach the Lehigh River Waterfall, a man-made dam. At Old Orchard Park, parents can bring kids to the playground where they can climb and slide for hours. It's also a great place for pick-up games on the basketball courts.
The D&L Trail runs through Old Orchard, providing 165 miles of beautiful trails.
Bikers love the extensive paved trails provided by the D&L Trail in Old Orchard.
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On the pathway to Easton Area High
Old Orchard students go to schools in the Easton Area School District, and kids can start at Palmer Elementary, which receives a C-plus on Niche. Students move on to Easton Area Middle, which also takes home a C-plus, before finishing basic education at Easton Area High. With an overall B, Easton Area High offers 26 advanced placement courses, and proficiency levels on state assessments track slightly higher than the state average. Alongside notable athletics alumni, the school's Model United Nations team consistently ranks highly at the High School Model United Nations Conference.
Easton Area High School excels in higher learning and athletics.
Palmer Elementary School serves 514 students.
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Heading to Bethlehem for annual events
Just 6 miles west – around a 15-minute drive – Bethlehem is an excellent source for annual events. In the summers, the 10-day Musikfest is the place to be, featuring hundreds of music performances, comedians and local artisans on the 10-acre steel mill turned music venue, SteelStacks. From June to October, the Bethlehem Rose Garden Farmers Market features local produce and live music.
Navigating to surrounding towns and cities from Old Orchard
Freemansburg Avenue connects to Route 33, a major thoroughfare and direct connection to Interstate 78. Also found along Freemansburg Avenue are several bus stops that go into Bethlehem and Easton. Allentown is roughly 17 miles west of Old Orchard, and residents are mainly car-dependent for commuting.
Highway 33 offers Old Orchard residents easy access to nearby communites.
Frequent LANTA busses operate throughout Old Orchard.
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Finding necessities and good eats along Freemansburg Ave
Along Freemansburg Avenue are several retail pockets for residents to pop into for daily errands. Big-name stops such as Aldi, Lowe's, PNC Bank and more are all found within a 2-mile radius of each other. Local businesses are clustered between the chain brands, bringing in a personal flare for the neighborhood. At Amore Pizzeria, a little shop on Greenway Street, locals enjoy a thin, crispy crust as a base for the Italian-style pies. About a mile north on William Penn Highway, there are even more local eateries lining the road, from brunch at downhome Smile Café to the seafood dishes at Marblehead Chowder House.
Smile Cafe serves Old Orchard's favorite breakfast.
Lowes Garden Center in Southmont Plaza help Old Orchard residents beautify their property.
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Parks in this Area
Fairview Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Old Orchard Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Hugh Moore Park
LaBarre Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Riverview Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Fishing
D&L Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Freemansburg - Easton Bike Trail
Bike Trails
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
26 min drive
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.15 Reviews
5.0Niche User
7/16/2014Niche Review
I must say we feel so safe in the area we are able to sit on the back deck with no worries of gun shots, or some coming up to you to rob you. The cops also drive by a few times a week so that makes us feel even safer.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Orchard
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old Orchard Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Orchard, Palmer sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Orchard, Palmer over the last 12 months is $426,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$419,900
Median Sale Price
$426,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$426,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
932
Median Year Built
1962
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,954
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,376
Median Age
48
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,819
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,406
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
42.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.8%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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