Melanie Hughes
Crescent Real Estate
(717) 420-8166
70 Total Sales
2 in Saint Lawrence
$160K - $275K Price Range
Saint Lawrence
Suburban Neighborhood in St Lawrence, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19606
Neighborhood Reviews
Sit back and relax in the small Borough of St. Lawrence. The calm and leafy atmosphere is what draws people to settle down in this little town. John Gross, owner of John Gross Real Estate, moved to St. Lawrence when he got married and has been selling homes there for more than 50 years. He says, “St. Lawrence is a comfortable place to live. It’s a peaceful town with not a lot going on, but that’s what locals like about it.”
A majority of St. Lawrence is made up of single-family homes. Many of them were built between 1960 and 1980. They include a mix of ranch-style, split-level and colonial-style houses, selling for around $250,000 to $300,000. The borough, which was established in 1927, has several homes from the same time period and earlier. They were built between the late 1800s and 1920s, featuring colonial and Victorian-style architecture, serving as a reminder of the town’s beginnings. For around $250,000, you can marvel at the beauty of your home’s historic exterior while enjoying interior renovations with modern amenities. If you prefer a newer home, the south side of town features several 3-bedroom/3-bathroom town houses built in the 1990s, which sell for around $230,000 to $250,000.
When you want to shop and dine, head to the west side of town near the Borough of Mount Penn. You can get some of your everyday needs at Dollar General and Rite Aid in the Antietam Plaza. There are also a few restaurants in St. Lawrence to choose from. Start your morning at Mount Penn Family Restaurant for a classic American breakfast. You can munch on a cheesesteak, pizza and other Italian dishes at Sophia’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. Or grab a drink and chow down on some pub grub at Liberty Tap Room, known for its famous crab pretzel. For even more shopping and dining options, you’ll find several restaurants and big retailers like Target and Walmart just a couple miles away in Exeter Township.
Students in St. Lawrence are served by the Exeter School District, attending Jacksonwald Elementary, Exeter Township Junior High and Exeter Township High Schools, all of which have a B- to B+ rating from Niche.
Kids can have fun on the playground at Jacksonwald Park, a small space on a hill, which also has a basketball and tennis court. Happy Landings presents a larger green space with several sports facilities and a wide-open field offering beautiful views of the nearby mountains. One of those mountains is Mount Penn, where you can drive three miles up to The Pagoda, providing views of the City of Reading and surrounding areas, including the peaceful and laid-back Borough of St. Lawrence.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melanie Hughes
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Teresa Witmyer
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Teresa Witmyer
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 463-1720
13 Total Sales
1 in Saint Lawrence
$100,000 Price
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Taj Simmons
Taj Simmons
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(484) 755-3889
150 Total Sales
2 in Saint Lawrence
$226K - $255K Price Range
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Colby Horvath
Colby Horvath
Responds QuicklyVRA Realty
(484) 564-5364
47 Total Sales
1 in Saint Lawrence
$335,000 Price
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Rebecca Quell
Rebecca Quell
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(484) 878-3526
70 Total Sales
1 in Saint Lawrence
$275,000 Price
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Erica Deuschle
Erica Deuschle
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Main Line
(610) 463-0417
1,389 Total Sales
1 in Saint Lawrence
$219,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pendora Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Waterpark
Egelman Park
Carsonia Park
Saint Lawrence Park
16th & Haak Playground
Happy Landings Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/29/2015
Niche Review
Natural disasters are not a concern in this area. The only issues are rough winters with annoying snow and awful thunderstorms in the summer heat.
4/29/2015
Niche Review
There are opportunities for food establishments and retail work in the Exeter area. There are some small healthcare offices that are available but most quality job opportunities are closer to the Wyomissing area.
2/29/2016
Niche Review
This area is very close to a police station and not too far from a fire station. It is not uncommon to see law enforcement nearby.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Saint Lawrence | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Lawrence, St Lawrence sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Saint Lawrence, St Lawrence over the last 12 months is $258,990, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$260,100
Median Single Family Price
$273,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$191
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$267,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
577
Median Year Built
1972
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,623
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
10,000
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,380
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,919
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,675
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,321
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
30.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
9
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Mount Penn
Comfortable living at the foothills of Mount Penn
Reiffton
Clean colonial estates situated less than 4 miles from downtown Reading
Jacksonwald
Tranquil neighborhood with top-rated schools loved by generations of families
Pennside
Midcentury homes among the foothills of Mount Penn
Stony Creek Mills
A small village at the foothills of Reading's Mount Penn
18th and Cotton
Brownstone-filled urban neighborhood south of Mount Penn near the Reading Pagoda
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