Nicknamed 'The Keystone State' because of its vital part in American history, Pennsylvania holds many towns rooted in the past. The history of this state is in its architecture, traditions and preserved lands, and the neighborhood of Ruscombmanor is no exception. Settled in 1749, this town offers lots of land per person, competitive schooling and a community set on preserving its history. Many residents may live here for its seclusion and distance from modern-day disturbances like traffic, noise pollution and crowded spaces. Locals can enjoy a very intentional and slower way of life in Ruscombmanor.
Ruscombmanor is a rural community in Berks County with approximately 4,100 residents.
Ruscombmanor's rolling hills are full of beautiful farmland.
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Colonial Revivals and lots of land
Surrounded by mostly farmland neighborhoods, Ruscombmanor is the heavily wooded exception. While some historic homes still sit on tillable plots, most new homes sit on a few acres in the small pockets of developments hidden among the trees. Playgrounds, pools and intricate landscaping are popular on the well-manicured lawns of Colonial Revivals and modern Craftsman mansions. These 5-plus bedroom homes, and even some large pre-World War II dwellings, can be found for upwards of $650,000, while ranches built in the middle of the 1900s usually sit around $300,000. Ruscombmanor homes are rarely for sale and often sell for well above the national average. "The historic homes of the area are often passed down through many generations," says Nelson Oswald, Realtor and vice president of the commercial division for Homesale Realty of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Buyers looking for established homes on large properties can also buy $1 million rustic farmhouses that feature detached garages, barns, workspaces, and covered spaces for cattle.
Cape Cods can be found throughout the neighborhood.
Ranch Style homes dating from the 1970s often occupy large lots in Ruscombmanor.
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Baseball, tennis and golf for all
Locals looking for exercise can head to Richard Seidel Recreation Area. The playground, swings and large pavilion with picnic tables bring in many families looking to get outside, and the ample fields with lush green grass are perfect for softball or pick-up soccer games. Strauss Park has regulation-sized Little League baseball fields and tennis courts for practicing one's serve. Receiving a 4-star rating from Golf Digest, Golden Oaks Golf Club is the place to get a round in. This high-end and semi-private golf club also has a restored 1850s farmhouse with rentable rooms for out-of-town guests and Bogey's Pub for a full-restaurant menu.
Golden Oaks Golf Club in Ruscombmanor received a 4 star rating from Golf Digest.
Local kids head to the playground at Richard Seidel Recreation Area.
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Creative pizza entrees
The Shoppes at Woodside is one of the few small plazas in Ruscombmanor with locally owned restaurants. One of the few units is the go-to spot for fresh pizza in the area, Zola's Pizzeria. This 4.8-star restaurant has exclusive specialties such as pizza sandwiches, pan pizzas, and spaghetti-stuffed pizzas. Boyer's Food Market is the in-town grocery stop, while prominent grocer names like Sam's Club and Walmart sit just a few miles west. Pet Smart, Target and Ross are nearby in Tuckertown, next to familiar fast-food options like Panera and Chick-fil-A.
Ruscombmanor residents love the pizza at Tommy's.
Several convenient corner stores provide quick shopping necessities in Ruscombmanor.
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Highly ranked school district
The B-minus Oley Valley Elementary and B-rated Oley Valley Middle School share the same parking lot, making drop-off for families with multiple kids a breeze. Only a mile east is Oley Valley High School, which received a grade of B-minus on Niche.com. The schools have a high graduation rate and above-average proficiency in reading and math. The school district was recently rated eighth among the best districts in Berks County, PA.
Oley Valley Elementary School is one of several elementary schools serving Ruscombmanor.
Some students attend Oley Vally Middle School.
Oley Valley High School prepares students for a successful future.
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Professional sports and fundraising events
"The town itself is rural but is close to all the action," Oswald says. "The Reading Fightin Phils, a AA professional baseball team, and the Reading Royals, a professional hockey team, play downtown." For in-town events within the small community, the Ruscombmanor Volunteer Fire Co. hosts bingo, line dancing and town-wide fundraising events.
A hideaway for city commuters
This neighborhood is highly car-dependent, with little-to-no sidewalks in Ruscombmanor and a bike and walk score of 1. Commuters rely on Route 12 to travel the 11 miles to Reading or Interstate 422 for the 60-mile drive to Philadelphia. The small Lehigh Valley International Airport sits 45 minutes northeast, while Philadelphia International Airport is just over an hour southeast.
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