Wescosville's old log cabin
Wescosville is a small community near downtown Allentown that's steeped in history. One of its oldest log cabins, built in the 1700s, was rescued by concerned citizens in the '80s when it was slated for demolition. The township's historical society formed around the home to preserve it, and the area's legacies. Today, Wescoville meets the present with robust shopping options and a school district homebuyers seek. Most properties were built in the '80s, but some trace back much earlier. "Wescosville is definitely for someone who wants to live in an established neighborhood," says Realtor Nancy Bischoff with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.
Founded by Philip Wesco
Hunan Springs, a local Asian restaurant on Hamilton Boulevard, was once a two-story tavern built in the 1700s by Henry Bortz, the same man who built Wescosville's old log cabin. This was the tavern that the town was founded around after it was eventually bought by Philip Wesco in the 1800s. Today, Wescosville is full of homes from different eras, with an average home value of around $440,000. Ranch-styles and Colonial Revivals from the '80s to the mid-2000s flood suburban streets that curve around each other and offer ample shady trees. Someone who appreciates history might snag a rare minimal traditional from the 1800s for around $160,000. A luxury townhome could begin in the $300,000s. Most properties range from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet — anything over 3,000 square feet could cost upward to $700,000.
Soccer at Wild Cherry Park
"There are always lots of kids and families at the park," says Bischoff, "It's full of soccer players Saturday and Sunday mornings." Soccer and softball leagues play at Wild Cherry Park. The park also has basketball and tennis courts open to the public, a playground for kids and a pavilion for large gatherings. Wescosville Park has more sports courts. Several golfing spots are nearby, including Shepherd Hills Golf Club on Krocks Road. Little Lehigh Creekside Hiking Trail begins on Wistful Drive, leading locals along the river where they can fish through an expansive greenbelt.
A short drive to Lehigh Valley Hospital
The area between Route 222 and Hamilton Boulevard is loaded with shops and restaurants. Neighbors can shop at Whole Foods Market. Target, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Ulta Beauty and more. Maple Hills Veterinary Hospital is just across the Pennsylvania Turnpike on Kessler Road. Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest is just over a mile away from Wescosville's core along that same road.
East Penn School District, rated A-minus by Niche
Students are part of the highly rated East Penn School District, one of the significant draws of Wescosville - aside from its remarkably low crime score, with a CAP index of 2 overall. Students attend Wescosville Elementary and either Lower Macungie Middle School or Eyer Middle School. They move on to Emmaus High School, ranked for being the fourth-best public high school in Lehigh County. The elementary and high both earn A minus ratings from Niche; so does Eyer Middle. Lower Macungie gets a B plus.
Allentown in 5 miles
Most locals get around in their cars, but PennDOT Park and Ride serves the area, with bus stops surrounding commercial strips. Lehigh Valley International Airport is 12 miles southwest of Wescosville when a flight is needed. Wescosville offers easy access to three major highways, including Route 222 and Interstates 78 and 476. Allentown is just a five-mile drive down Route 222. Locals can take Interstate 78 to New York City, about 95 miles away, or drive 60 miles to Philadelphia on Interstate 476.
Written By
Kathryn Ashworth
