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From a coal town to an established rural township
Established in 1765, Salem Township began as a mining town centered around coal patch towns such as Slickville, Crabtree and Forbes Road. As coal companies left the area in the early 1900s, Salem shifted into a farming community. Today, just over 6,000 people live amongst its rolling hills and swaths of undeveloped land in the countryside of Westmoreland County. “This area used to be just coal mines and steel mills, but it’s very professional now,” says Pam Jones, a Realtor with Integrity Plus Realty who has lived in the area since 2006. The township surrounds U.S. Route 22, which hosts a variety of local businesses and connects the township to the rest of the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. “It’s rural and most of the homes are in a country setting, but you’re close enough to Pittsburgh. It offers a little bit of everything and is a great place to live,” Jones says.
Salem Township is a rural area with many farms and single family housing with large lots.
The seats are filled during the Firday Night Blues Jam at Speal's Tavern in Salem Township.
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Country homes and newer golf course communities
Much like the township itself, housing options are a mix of old and new. Rustic farmhouses complement Salem’s verdant landscapes and date to the early 19th century. There’s also a mix of sprawling ranch-style and bi-level homes that offer residents plenty of privacy, with spacious lots averaging over an acre. Home prices typically range from $150,000 for smaller ranch-style homes to $500,000 for newer builds with several acres of land. “Low taxes are definitely a draw for people in this area,” Jones adds. “Compared to Pittsburgh, you’re talking about a third of the cost.”
Homebuyers will also find several residential subdivisions in the township. Around the Cloverleaf Golf Club, Cloverleaf Estates East is an active 55-plus community with manufactured homes selling for $30,000 to $100,000. Further south, around the Totteridge Golf Club, the Villages at Totteridge feature New Traditional villas starting at around $280,000. Next door, the Village at Banbury at Totteridge offers custom-built properties selling for upwards of $950,000. Salem Township has an overall CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score and significantly lower than the national average of 4.
Golfers tee off at the Totteridge Golf Club in Salem Township.
It's common for homes to sit just off the street throughout Salem Township.
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Shopping and dining along the U.S. Route 22 corridor
According to the township’s website, there are more than 250 businesses in Salem Township. Most shops and restaurants sit along U.S. Route 22, which bisects the township and serves as a convenient commercial corridor. For a sweet treat, Gene & Boots Candies is known for its homemade chocolates and ice cream. Local restaurants include Five Points Pizzeria and the Donut Chef Brick Oven Bakery, a mainstay serving the community since 1972. More than 40 cigar box guitars are on display at Speal’s Tavern, a local watering hole and blues bar with open mic nights, performances from local bands and a small menu of American classics. In the northeastern corner of the township is Slickville, a small census-designated place (CDP) where Slickville Deli & Groceries sells made-to-order sandwiches alongside the necessities. On the opposite side of town, Bardine’s Country Smokehouse is a go-to for locally grown and freshly smoked meats.
Chain retailers are a bit further west outside of Salem Township along U.S. Route 22. Residents are less than a 10-mile drive from Walmart and Market District Supermarket. There’s also more shopping and dining in the neighboring borough of Delmont, which is about 2 miles away.
Donut Chef Brick Oven Bakery serves commuters on Rout 22 as they pass through Salem Township.
Families stop in and visit Gene & Boots Candies in Salem Township for a sweet treat or gift.
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Dual enrollment program at Greensburg Salem High School
The Greensburg Salem School District earns an overall grade of B from Niche. Kids can begin their education at the B-rated James H. Metzgar Elementary School before moving on to Greensburg Salem Middle School, which receives a B-minus. Greensburg Salem High School scores a B, and its College in High School program allows students to simultaneously earn high school and college credit. All college-level courses are taught on the high school’s campus in collaboration with Seton Hill University, Saint Vincent College and Westmoreland County Community College. Teens can also apply to the Central Westmoreland Career & Technology Center, which offers vocational training programs and industry certifications in fields such as cosmetology, electrical technology and sports medicine.
Greensburg-Salem High School is home to students of Greensburg and Salem Township.
Greensburg-Salem Middle School is just a few short blocks from downtown Greensburg.
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Playground and multi-purpose field at Seanor Farm Park
Just off U.S. Route 22, Seanor Farm Park offers 174 acres of green space. It features a picnic pavilion, playground and archery range, as well as an athletic field that is home to the township’s youth soccer camp. As of 2024, the Salem Township Recreation Initiative is raising money to build a ballfield in the park. The Westmoreland Heritage Trail winds through the northern half of the township, and the paved path currently spans about 9 miles between the boroughs of Saltsburg and Delmont. Future plans envision the trail as a 22-mile-long path for walking, running and biking between Saltsburg and the nearby borough of Trafford. Equestrians can take horseback riding lessons and board their horses at several local spots, including Wildwin Stables, Hi Acre Stables and Stonehouse Stables. Loyalhanna Creek, a tributary of the Kiskiminetas River, winds along the eastern edge of Salem Township and offers opportunities for paddle boating and fishing. The township is less than 10 miles from three public golf courses: Cloverleaf Golf Club, Totteridge Golf Club and Mannitto Golf Club. The Palmer Imaging Arena is about 5 miles away in the borough of Delmont. The indoor sports facility features three ice rinks with public skating hours and hockey leagues for all ages.
There is a practice archery range set up for visitors of Seanor Farm Park in Salem Township.
Couples enjoy the outdoors on the Westmoreland Heritage Trail in Salem Township.
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Annual events include the Delmont Apple ‘n Arts Festival
Seanor Farm Park is a destination for community events. Annual festivities include an Easter egg hunt and Summer in the Park Series, which brings a new attraction to the green space each week from June through August. In the past, the summer series has included yoga classes, picnics and food trucks. In Slickville, a series of local events called Slickville Community Days brings residents together each summer for a night full of live music, fireworks and cow-themed bingo.
In the neighboring borough of Delmont, the Delmont Apple ‘n Arts Festival is an attraction that attracts people from across Western Pennsylvania. The event is typically held the first weekend in October and celebrates the beginning of fall with fresh apple cider, a tractor parade and over 100 local vendors.
Residents enjoy shopping from local vendors at the Delmont Apple 'n Arts Festival.
There are so many hot rods at the Thursday Car Cruise at the Lamplighter.
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U.S. Route 22 connects residents to Pittsburgh
Salem Township lacks public transportation and is heavily car-dependent. U.S. Route 22 leads east-west throughout the entire Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area and beyond, with the Steel City about a 28-mile drive away. Pennsylvania Route 819 is the primary north-south thoroughfare in the township and connects residents to the rest of Westmoreland County. Arnold Palmer Regional Airport is about an 18-mile drive away, and Spirit Airlines offers direct flights to two destinations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Orlando, Florida. Pittsburgh International Airport is about a 46-mile drive from Salem Township.
Residents live a peaceful country life in the rolling hills of Salem Township.
Large plots of farm land can be found throughout the residential areas of Salem Township.
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Parks in this Area
Peach Plaza
Export Community Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Padora Park
Murrysville Community Park
Hempfield Park
Twin Lakes Activity Center
Westmoreland Heritage Trailhead
Transit
Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional
28 min drive
Bus
Delmont Amtrak
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Salem Township
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Salem Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Salem Township, Slickville sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Salem Township, Slickville over the last 12 months is $650,500, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Spacious home with tons of character! Very large rooms upstairs, one that leads to the front entrance, one that leads to the enclosed sun room at the back of the house, private deck on the opposite side of sun room. Master bathroom. On main floor, kitchen with washer and dryer, living room with fireplace, study/office and second bathroom with walk through closet. Interior access to walkout
Welcome to this stunning home at 229 Shaw Ct where serenity & privacy awaits on almost 4 acres. This one level masterpiece is designed for effortless comfort. Enjoy sitting on your back patio with complete privacy of canopy of trees. Beautiful high-end cabinets, (42 inch) with Corian countertops & stainless appliances. Crown molding & hardwood floors throughout, Andersen windows, gas fireplace,
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Beautiful ranch located in the highly desirable Greensburg Salem School District in Salem Twp. 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, formal dining room, and large covered front porch. Full basement and enclosed back porch for extra storage. Over half an acre of wooded property, partially fenced backyard, firepit, integral garage plus additional parking in driveway.
Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in a welcoming 55+ community, this move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfort, convenience, and a host of amenities. The spacious living room with an added bonus area is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, while the bright kitchen and dining room feature new flooring for a fresh, updated feel. The master bedroom is a true retreat, offering generous
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,585
Median Age
55
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,877
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,880
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
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