Rural neighborhood with small farms and large yards
Earl Township is a quiet community encompassing around 14 square miles among the rolling hills of Berks County. The area is known for its lush orchards, small farms and large yards. "This area is very isolated, if that's something you're looking for," says Lisa Varley, a Realtor with Springer Realty Group, who lives in the area and has sold multiple homes there. "It's a beautiful place to live, and it's still growing." In 1781, a group of residents in Oley petitioned the Reading court to separate Oley's western district, claiming Oley was too big and needed to be divided. The township was named after Hans Graaf, an early Swedish settler whose surname means "earl" in English. Only some of the town’s original mill, tannery and forge buildings remain and have been converted into private residences.
State Route 73 is the primary way of transportation for locals to go to Boyertown.
The rolling hills of Pennsylvania are inhabited by the adventurous people living in Earl.
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20th-century homes starting in the $200,000s
The township has homes from the early to late 20th century and a mix of architectural styles, including ranch-style homes, farmhouses, Ccolonial Rrevivals and split-levels. "Homes here start with 2 acres," Varley says. "The more acreage you get, the more expensive the home." The streets are narrow, and instead of garages, many residents park in the driveway or elsewhere on the property if the lot is large enough. Some properties also come with a barn. Homes here typically sell for between $200,000 and $500,000. The CAP Index gives Earl Township a crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Timeless cape cods with detached garages are for the simple-living in Earl.
New constructions are spotted in the sprawling grasslands overlooking the mountains in Earl.
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Sports facilities and picnic pavilions at Earl Township Park
The 78-acre Earl Township Park has baseball diamonds, soccer fields, two playgrounds and hiking trails. There are also three picnic pavilions, each with electrical outlets and small charcoal grills. The 27-acre Trout Run Reservoir is a popular fishing spot. For indoor attractions, the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles is 4 miles east and features several types of gas, electric and horse-drawn vehicles. There’s also a replica of the DeLorean time machine car from the “Back to the Future” films.
Parties, events or big gatherings can be held at the pavilions in Earl Township Park.
Trout Run reservoir is the epitope of tranquility for fishing in Earl.
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Virtual academy offered by the school district
Students may attend Earl Elementary, which gets a C-plus from Niche, before going to Daniel Boone Area Middle, which earns a B. Boyertown Area Senior High also scores a B. The Boyerstown Area School District also offers a virtual academy to all grade levels, allowing students to complete their education from home at their own pace.
Young children can attend Earl Elementary School.
Boyertown Area Senior High School serves 2,100 students in grades 9-12.
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Commuting on State Route 73
Most residents work outside the area and state Route 73, the main road in town, takes residents 14 miles to Reading and 4 miles to Boyertown. Most people have cars because there's no public transportation. Reading Regional-Carl A. Spaatz Field is a 19-mile drive, while Lehigh Valley International Airport is 32 miles away. Lehigh Valley Hospital – Gilbertsville is 5 miles east of the township.
Local staples like Dan’s Deli
Along State Route 73, also called West Philadelphia Avenue, Antonio's Trattoria is known for its authentic Italian cuisine. A little further down the road is Dan's Deli, a family-owned sandwich shop that’s been operating for over 30 years. Shanesville Fruit Mart sells hand-picked fruits and homemade apple cider, jams and jellies. Two miles south of the township, Wilcox Farms also offers farm-grown produce and mows unique shapes to create corn mazes every year. For larger grocery runs, Boyertown is 5 miles east with Walmart, Giant and Weis Markets.
Crispy fries and cheese smothered burger is a must get at Gramia's in Earl.
Shanesville Fruit Market in earl has the freshest apples from the orchard across the street.
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Parks in this Area
Ironstone Park
Oley Township Volunteer Park
Amityville Community Park
Douglass Twp Park
Earl Township park
Earl Township Recreation Area
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
61 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Earl
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Earl Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Earl, Pottstown sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Earl, Pottstown over the last 12 months is $325,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nice Manufactured Home on 5+ acres of your own land in Earl Township, Berks County. (Two parcels are included. One being approx. 4.42 acres and the second being approx. .70 acres) Very private. Off the beaten path. Open Concept Kitchen/Family Room. Kitchen with Breakfast Area. Separate Living Room. 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms. Recent Upgrades include: Laminate Flooring throughout & kitchen
One of a kind well maintained property in Daniel Boone School District. This property is zoned mixed-use/comm. . Both units are in excellent condition. Each unit has been rehabbed and all Utilities are separated.Please make you appointment ASAP.
Please take note., due to deed restrictions, This home must be moved to your location. Beautiful modular rancher looking for a new lot to call home! If you to own your lot, if you’re starting out, starting over, retiring or vacationing this home checks all the boxes! If you don't have your own lot, quickly find one because this home is certainly worth it! ***Seller offering a 7000
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,227
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,802
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,344
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
20.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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