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Traditional homes, suburban feel and convenient location
Located minutes from both Harrisburg and Hershey, Lawnton offers a convenient corner of south-central Pennsylvania. A sizable portion of mid to late-20th-century residences make up this peaceful, primarily tree-shaded residential area in the northeast corner of the Interstate 83 and Route 322 intersection. “Lawnton is a suburb with mostly post-war boom homes,” says local Realtor Jon Judson. “It has a blend of business and residential areas.” Local businesses are clustered along Derry Street, a primary commercial thoroughfare lined by low-slung offices and shopping centers that parallel a busy railroad corridor and a highway that leads to the world-famous town of Hershey.
Single-family homes make up much of Lawnton housing.
Downtown Harrisburg is home to lively pubs and eateries and a beautiful riverfront.
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From well-known stores to locally owned eateries
Residents have easy access to a variety of shopping and dining options for everything from the essentials to home goods and more. The various big box stores, fast-food franchises and national retailers, including Walmart and Target, are dispersed in the shopping centers along Route 322 and the Capital Beltway corridor. In the northwest corner of the neighborhood, The Point Shopping Center features familiar names like Giant Grocer, Burlington and Panera. Residents can also choose a dining atmosphere that fits their mood from the handful of diverse eateries along Derry Street. The Promenade offers an extensive menu of homey breakfasts in a relaxed family-style setting, while Swatara Restaurant and Bar serves thoughtfully plated, elevated Asian and Indian dishes. More Asian specialties can be picked up next door at Pho Kim’s or Mom’s MoMo and Deli. For more than a century, fruit trees and vegetables have been farmed in Strites Orchard, which is located south of the highway. During the 1950s, the family decided to expand and opened a market that is now a well-liked local institution. They provide bread, fresh vegetables, and a variety of other foods. Visitors may also pay to harvest their own sunflowers, apples, grapes, and pumpkins at the location.
Swatara Restaurant and Bar offers elevated Asian and Indian dishes.
Mom’s MoMo and Deli serves Nepali specialties along Derry Street.
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A mix of established smaller homes and new construction
Homes in Lawnton have a median price of $244,000, slightly higher than surrounding communities in the Harrisburg area. Old brick ranch styles sit amongst Cape Cods in some residential subdivisions. These smaller houses typically list for between $195,000 and $375,000. Split-levels and Colonial Revival-inspired styles with up to 3,000 square feet make up the larger stock, ranging between $300,000 and $477,000. Modest townhouses range in price from $140,000 to $375,000 for duplexes with driveways and attached garages.
Newer Colonial Revival homes dot the area, bringing new life to Lawnton.
Older colonial style homes add a charming flair to the streets of Lawnton.
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Schools in Dauphin County
The Central Dauphin School District serves students here, with schools including Lawnton Elementary School, which earns a B-minus score from Niche. Kids at C-plus-rated Central Dauphin East Middle School may advance to Central Dauphin East Senior High School. The high school receives a B-plus overall grade and maintains high marks in diversity and college preparedness.
Younger students attend the Lawnton Elementary School in Lawnton.
Students then attend the Central Dauphin East Middle School in Lawnton.
Older students attend the Central Dauphin East High School in Lawnton.
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Recreation and nature converge at Kohl Memorial Park
Kohl Memorial Park is the largest park in Lawnton, offering ample space for recreation on its baseball complex, playground and open green space. Canine companions run around at the Happy Trails Dog Park located within Kohl Memorial, and people can take to the Oscar Lingle Nature Trail built by Eagle and Boy Scout troops to catch sight of local flora and fauna. For indoor recreation, residents can head to Twin Ponds Arena, a nearby ice skating rink that offers public open skate hours as well as hockey teams and skating lessons.
Get competitive with friends on the volleyball court at Kohl Park in Lawnton.
The Oscar Lingle Trail in Kohl Park is a great way to spot local wildlife and native birds.
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Major thoroughfares and Harrisburg International Airport
Bordered by the Capital Beltway, Union Deposit Road and Route 322, Lawnton is conveniently located with easy access to major thoroughfares. The neighborhood is also only 15 minutes from Hershey or Downtown Harrisburg, connecting residents with additional attractions. The Harrisburg International Airport is also only 15 minutes away.
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On average, homes in Lawnton, Swatara sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lawnton, Swatara over the last 12 months is $260,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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