$303,911Average Value$179Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Perry, a rural borough
Perry is a quiet community that attracts homebuyers who don’t mind driving a few extra miles for shopping and entertainment. “Nearby boroughs like Leesport and Hamburg have experienced a lot of revival in recent years, and people who live in Perry benefit from being nearby,” says Realtor Angelo Giannotti, who sells homes in the area for RE/MAX of Reading. Much of Perry’s surrounding landscape is agricultural, but the borough of Shoemakersville serves as its commercial and suburban heart. Many of the area’s businesses can be found along Pennsylvania Route 61, which passes directly through Shoemakersville and connects commuters and shoppers to neighboring communities like Reading and Hamburg.
A vintage truck stands as a testament to the rich history of Perry Township, PA.
Character-filled architecture meets modern comfort in the homes of Perry Township, PA.
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Suburban housing and spacious rural properties
Homes in Shoemakersville are valued less on average than homes in other boroughs of Berks County, like Leesport and Blandon. However, homes in Perry’s surrounding countryside are pricier than in town because they have larger lots. Two-bedroom 1970s split-level homes in town sell for between $155,000 and $180,000. Four-bedroom attached houses are valued between $140,000 and $190,000. Early 20th-century four-square houses are valued between $170,000 and $290,000. Homebuyers can purchase three-bedroom ranch-style houses on over two-acre lots in the countryside for between $320,000 and $400,000. “The real estate market has quite a bit of turnover because people don’t stay here very long. Most people move after five to seven years,” Giannotti says.
Perry Township's hidden gems homes that blend seamlessly into the natural beauty.
Discover the allure of small-town living with these inviting homes in Perry Township, PA
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Plenty of outdoor recreation
In the heart of town, locals skate up and down ramps and play baseball at Shoemakersville Park. Some residents canoe and fish in the Schuylkill River, which winds along the eastern border of Shoemakersville. Residents travel 10 miles east to explore Crystal Cave. Residents also drive about 10 miles to the east to hit the greens at Berkleigh Golf Club. Perry is north of Ontelaunee Lake, which allows hunting, fishing and hiking.
A skater's paradise unfolds in Perry Township.
The fiery allure of Perry Township's baseball diamond.
The Shoemakersville Park includes a covered stage, covered picnic pavilion, two baseball fields.
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Nearby public schools and universities
Some children can walk to Perry Elementary School, which has a B-minus Niche rating. Hamburg Area Middle School has a C Niche rating. Most teens move on to Hamburg Area High School, which has a B Niche rating and a 92% average graduation rate. Some kids attend The King’s Academy, a private pre-K, elementary, middle and high school across the river in Mohrsville. Shoemakersville is less than 12 miles west of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.
A picturesque view of Hamburg's local school, where knowledge blooms and futures take root.
Hamburg Area High School provides education in the neighborhood of
Hamburg.
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Timeless Beauty: Perry Township's historic train station stands as a testament to a bygone era.
Activities and entertainment
Locals visit Hamburg to see classic diesel locomotives at the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum. People drive 13 miles northeast to attend a wedding and party venue called The Barn at Walnut Grove, which holds live music and dancing events like its Christmas Bash. In Reading, Nightclub Reverb features local musicians and even famous performers like Lil Xan. Residents also travel to Reading to enjoy new film releases at its IMAX theater. Some people like to take walks to see Shoemakersville's historic Main Street train station.
Getting around Berks County and beyond
Folks drive 4 miles north to Hamburg on Route 61. They take the same road to reach Reading, which is 17 miles to the south. They travel 37 miles northeast to Lehigh International Airport in Allentown. The Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority takes residents from Shoemakersville to boroughs throughout the county. People drive 78 miles southeast to Philadelphia via Interstate 76. Many of the suburbs have sidewalks and streets wide enough for parking. Almost all residents rely on cars because houses and businesses are so spread out. “Some people who live here travel to New York and New Jersey for business, and they like having easy access to Interstate 78, which runs through Hamburg,” Giannotti says. New York City and Newark are within 122 miles.
Strolling through Perry Township, where each step unveils a blend of history and charm.
Perry Township, PA, where endless fields embrace the beauty of rural living.
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Shopping and dining in the area
As previously mentioned, most of Perry’s businesses are concentrated along Route 61. Locals know Fiore’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria for its pasta dishes and rustic décor. Candy’s Homemade Ice Cream is a favorite on summer days. Rico Casa is popular for its fusion of Mexican and Korean cuisine. There is also a Sheetz. On Adams Hotel Road, ACEC Farm & Market sells locally produced ham, chicken, lamb, beef and goat. Folks buy most of their groceries in Hamburg at Redner’s Warehouse Market, which is 100% owned by its employees. Folks also shop at the Walmart in Hamburg. “People move here for the countryside. It’s not a good location for people who want everything under their nose,” Giannotti says.
Experience the warmth of Italian hospitality at our Perry Township restaurant.
Savoring the authentic flavors of Italy in the heart of Perry Township, PA.
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Parks in this Area
Tilden Park
Leesport Playground
Shoemakersville Park
Centerport Borough Recreation Area
Hamburg Community Park
Tilden Township Park
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
55 min drive
Bus
Route 61 & Eb Consulting Entrance
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Route 61 & Route 662 Nearside Nb
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Route 61 & Route 662 Farside Sb
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Route 61 & Tom Schaffer's Rv Entrance
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Route 61 & Birch Hill Rd. Nearside Sb
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Route 61 & Birch Hill Rd. Nearside Nb
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Route 61 & 9th St. Nearside Sb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Perry
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Perry Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Perry, Shoemakersville sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Perry, Shoemakersville over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,830
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,834
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,151
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89%
College Graduates
15.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
8/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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