Lancaster County is widely known for its agriculture and the village of Rheems exemplifies the peaceful farm life that much of the region is known for. Country roads without sidewalks are common here and pass by many homes with expansive front yards and short, but charming, walkways. The village is also well-positioned for residents seeking relatively quick and direct connections to some of the region’s more urbanized areas. And travel here doesn’t have to be exclusively by car, thanks to the presence of the Amtrak station in the neighboring borough of Elizabethtown. The Amtrak route runs along the passenger rail service’s Keystone corridor and Pennsylvanian line. “Rheems is a village-type atmosphere. It’s country,” says John Smith, an agent with John Smith Real Estate. ”One of the perks of living here is having that almost direct connection, via Pennsylvania Route 283, to cities like state capital Harrisburg and Lancaster,”–each of which are less than 25 miles away. York is also fairly close and located on the other side of the Susquehanna River, and approximately 22 miles south of Rheems.
Ranch-styles, colonials and new townhouses
Housing options here range from minimalist ranch-styles, to four-squares, colonial and Craftsman designs, all of which are further accentuated by their variety of sidings, like stone veneers, vinyl and red brick facades. Many homes in Rheems fall roughly within the $200,000 to $400,000 price range. A four-bedroom ranch-style with a spacious front lawn, located on just over a half acre, can go for $320,000. This area also offers some newer developments like the Farmbrook community, which features a collection of townhouses that stand out with their mixed sidings and turquoise exterior shutters. A three-bedroom unit in Farmbrook can go for $240,000.
Larger single homes are abundant in Rheems.
Single family homes are abundant in Rheems.
There are a variety of townhouses throughout Rheems.
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Grab a bite at House of Tacos
Rheems’ residents can travel to Elizabethtown, about 3 miles north to find a wider variety of dining options, or they can stay local and eat at one of the few choices here. Among them is the House of Tacos just off the corner of South Market Street and Cloverleaf Road. Here, patrons can relax in one of the wooden dining booths and start out their meals with some homemade chips before feasting on a plate of shredded pork laid out on corn tortillas. Topped with herbs, a slice of avocado and maybe even a sprinkle of squeezed lime, these tacos hit the spot. The Market Street Square just off state route 230 includes a Weis supermarket for grocery needs.
House of Tacos is a local favorite in Rheems.
Try some Mexican style tacos with pork at the House of Tacos in Rheems
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Charming afternoon drives
In and around Rheems, an afternoon can be spent simply traveling the country roads admiring the scenic farmland and spotting the abundance of corn fields. “Agriculture is a big part of what Lancaster County is. It’s certainly the largest industry here,” says Joel Cliff, director of communications and advocacy for the private nonprofit Discover Lancaster. Leisurely road trips in this corner of the county can even involve crossing some of the region’s picturesque covered bridges, easily recognized by their resemblance to barns.
Take a drive through Rheems' abundant farmland.
Strongly rated Rheems Elementary School
Rheems is served by Rheems Elementary School, Elizabethtown Area Middle School and Elizabethtown Area Senior High School, which ratings site Niche gave a grade of B-minus or higher. Niche ranks Rheems Elementary 61st in the state for best public elementary school teachers.
Younger students attend Rheems Elementary School in Rheems.
Travel the Keystone corridor
Rheems’ proximity to Elizabethtown means residents have relatively quick access to the neighboring borough’s Amtrak station, itself a stop on the passenger rail service’s Keystone corridor and Pennsylvanian line. The Keystone provides frequent daily service between Harrisburg and New York. Although local travel often involves a car, Amtrak offers an alternative option for longer trips, especially for those planning to go as far as New York City or Pittsburgh.
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