$213,264Average Value$142Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Buildings from the 1800s and new stores
Downtown Pottstown is divided by North Washington Street to the east, Beech Street to the north, the Schuylkill River to the south and the Manatawny Creek to the west. The area is mostly made up of homes and churches built before WWII, including Zion’s United Church of Christ which was dedicated in 1796 and still in use today. However, there are modern signs do exist throughout the neighborhood with the opening of new stores and the renovation of the older Italianate homes. “Downtown Pottstown is up and coming,” says Jennifer Davidheiser, a Realtor with The Real Estate Professionals since 2005. “We’ve seen a steady increase in values, so I think it’s a natural progression as these old towns are starting to develop again.” East High Street acts as the main drag for the area, with plenty of locally owned stores lining the streets. But Pottstown doesn’t just have the locally owned places, it is also about 4 miles from the Limerick Clean Energy Center, with the two cooling units visible for miles around. There is also a railroad right that goes through the area a few times a day.
Colorful homes and plentiful trees are features of Downtown Pottstown.
Downtown Pottstown residents have easy access to many retail and dining options.
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Historical events and summer camps for children
During the summer, runners can spend Tuesdays at the Tuesdays in the Park Ice Cream 5k Summer Series, where ice cream is free for all runners. Occurring the fourth Tuesday from May to June, this flat course can help runners prepare for future events. At Riverfront Park, history is showcased with Powwow on Manatawny Creek, where Native American dancers and artisans share their culture. Pottstown also offers summer camp that lasts for eight weeks in the summer, where children can participate in outdoor recreation and a weekly Friday visit to various places such as the Elmwood Zoo and demonstrations from the police. The Steel River Playhouse is a non-profit organization that has live performances, where the focus is on the human element, throughout the year.
East High Street dining and farmers market
Walking down East High Street showcases several locally owned restaurants and businesses, including The Blue Elephant, Good Fella’s Gourmet Food, Deliah and Dean, Three Cousins Diner and Ileana’s Kitchen. There is even a farmers market every other Saturday from May to October, where residents can get fresh produce and unique crafts.
The Blue Elephant is a fine dining asian fusion restaurant in Downtown Pottstown.
Three Cousins Diner in Downtown Pottstown is always busy with customers.
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Italianate with renovations in a grid-system
With a median price of $177,500 and a median year built of 1900, homes within Downtown Pottstown can be a wide range of architectural styles, from rowhomes to Queen Anne, to Italianate homes all within the same block. There are also a fair amount of single-family Italianate homes that have been transformed into multi-family dwellings, with many of these conversions still retaining two bedrooms. “There are more commuters and remote workers buying homes here,” says Davidheiser. “There’s a lot of charm and affordability.” A renovated Italianate home can begin around $169,000 and reach $310,000. Renovated homes can include updating the kitchen and paint throughout the home, although some homes do retain the original hardwood floors. The Pottstown Historic Architectural Review even has guides for what types of renovations to the exterior of homes are allowed, including the best way to repair original architectural features such as windows, doors and lintels. If repair isn’t an option, the review also offers replacement suggestions. Many homes have street parking, but alleyways may also have parking options on some roads.
Italiante homes with brick exteriors are prevalent in Downtown Pottstown.
Renovated homes are made into convenient and spacious apartments in Downtown Pottstown.
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One school district and boarding school nearby
Children in Downtown Pottstown usually begin school at Elizabeth B. Barth Elementary for kindergarten through fourth grade before moving to Pottstown Middle for fifth through eighth grade. Both schools receive a C from Niche. At Pottstown High School, which earns a B-minus from Niche, students can take Advanced Placement and honors classes. The Hill School, a private boarding school about a mile east of the neighborhood, has been in operation since 1851 and receives an A-plus from Niche.
Barth Elementary School serves residents of Downtown Pottstown.
Pottstown Middle School is a highly rated middle school in the Pottstown area.
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Street parks and Schuylkill River
There are two pocket parks within the neighborhood as well as Pottstown Riverfront Park, with access to the Schuylkill River for kayaking as well as the Schuylkill River Trail for jogging, walking or bike riding. Both Cherry Street Park and South Street Park contain playgrounds, although South Street also includes a basketball court for a pickup game. Memorial Park, to the west, has playgrounds, a skate park, spray area, dog park and even a BMX track.
South Street Park has an expansive playground that families enjoy in Downtown Posstown.
Pottstown Riverfront Park is a place for families to soak in the nature near downtown.
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Bus hub spreading through the city
The Charles W. Dickinson Transportation Center acts as the hub for the five bus lines through Pottstown. The earlies bus lines start at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday, with most lines ending about 6 p.m.
Locals in Downtown Pottstown can easily find transportation through Septa or Take Part Buses.
Pottstown ResidentsCan Catch PART Busses at Hanover St Bus Stop
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Crime
Downtown Pottstown earns a crime score of 8 from the CAP Index.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Pottstown
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Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Pottstown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Pottstown, Pottstown sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Pottstown, Pottstown over the last 12 months is $195,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
development site for residential development- owner will cooperate with purchaser to obtain approvals for high density zoning permitting towns or multifamily development. property is located in a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) that will help investors use a new tax incentive created by the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
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