Dorneyville
Traditional homes sit on tree-lined streets
Dorneyville features a mix of single-family homes built around the mid-1900s. Traditional split-level, ranch-style and Colonial Revival homes sit on sidewalk-lined streets shaded by mature trees. Most homes feature red brick facades, attached garages and quarter-acre lots with plenty of room for a patio or garden. Prices range from about $300,000 to $535,000, depending on the size and condition of the home. “Dorneyville is part of the South Whitehall Township, but most homes have Allentown mailing addresses,” says Rob McCann, an Owner and Broker of Assist 2 Sell who has been selling homes in the area for over 25 years. According to the CAP Index, the neighborhood has an overall Crime Score of 3.Route 222 provides access to Interstate 78
Dorneyville is centrally located at the intersection of Cedar Crest and Hamilton Boulevards, two major thoroughfares in Lehigh Valley. Hamilton Boulevard, also known as Route 222, bisects the neighborhood and connects to Interstate 78, and residents are about 60 miles north of Philadelphia. The Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority provides local bus service to the community, with several stops along Hamilton Boulevard. For longer trips, the Lehigh Valley International Airport is less than 10 miles east.Supermarkets and eateries in the Dorneyville Shopping Center
When it's time to run errands or grab a bite to eat, residents can head to Route 222 – also known as Hamilton Boulevard. The Dorneyville Shopping Center includes an Aldi and a variety of restaurants. Locals can fill up on Hibachi at Gourmet Buffet and Grill or head to Cumin N Eat for authentic Indian dishes. Eat Poke Kai serves Hawaiian specialties in a fast-casual environment, and Ice Cream World features over 100 flavors of homemade ice cream for dessert.Explore Dorney Park and the Lehigh Valley Sports Fields
Residents in Dorneyville are no more than a mile from the expansive Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, which is open seasonally from May to October. Residents can explore seven roller coasters, countless water slides and Planet Snoopy – a Peanuts-themed collection of rides for children. Further north, Cedar Creek Parkway West covers 156 acres of green space. The park is home to the Lehigh Valley Sports Fields, which include full-sized soccer fields, ballfields, tennis courts and a basketball court. Locals can also explore nature in the wooded wetland area or bring their pups to play off-leash in the dog park.Kids attend the top-rated Parkland School District
Children attend the Parkland School District, which is ranked the best school district in the Lehigh Valley area by Niche. “A lot of people are drawn to the school district,” McCann says. Kids begin their education at Cetronia Elementary School before moving on to Springhouse Middle School and Parkland High School. All three schools earned an A from Niche. The high school boasts a student-run broadcast production studio offering teens hands-on experience producing news, short films and more. Cedar Crest College is a private liberal arts women’s college just a mile east of Dorneyville.Celebrate fall at Dorney Park’s Great Pumpkin Fest
Dorney Park hosts several seasonal events, including the annual Great Pumpkin Fest. Locals can celebrate the season in the park’s Planet Snoopy with a petting zoo, trick-or-treating, live music and a meet and greet with the Peanuts characters.Proximity to the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest
The Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest is just west of Dorneyville. The medical campus includes a Level I trauma center, award-winning cancer institute and the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sureya Lococo
Sureya Lococo
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate
(484) 666-0504
121 Total Sales
1 in Dorneyville
$340,000 Price
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Shabana Pathan
Shabana Pathan
Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem
(484) 666-3084
371 Total Sales
1 in Dorneyville
$539,900 Price
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Kristina O'Donnell
Kristina O'Donnell
Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville
(610) 601-6437
69 Total Sales
1 in Dorneyville
$350,000 Price
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Joe McGavin
Joe McGavin
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Supreme
(484) 666-0110
113 Total Sales
1 in Dorneyville
$257,097 Price
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Michael Strickland
Michael Strickland
Responds QuicklyKurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(610) 679-8842
38 Total Sales
1 in Dorneyville
$372,000 Price
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Ayon Codner
Ayon Codner
Keller Williams Real Estate - Allentown
(866) 721-8306
48 Total Sales
2 in Dorneyville
$1,100,000 Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Allentown Fish Hatchery
Cedar Creek Parkway West
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Multi-Purpose Field
Cedar Creek Parkway West
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Joseph Michael Prater Memorial Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Louise Lane Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
South Whitehall Chase Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dorneyville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Dorneyville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dorneyville, Wescosville sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dorneyville, Wescosville over the last 12 months is $425,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$438,990
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$290,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$485,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$387,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
669
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
4.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,086
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,839
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,673 - $3,084 per month
- Cedar Glen Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 840+ Sq Ft
- 1166 S Cedar Crest Blvd
- Allentown, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,473
Median Age
52
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,160
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,202
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
43.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18%
% Population in Labor Force
50.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42
/ 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
West End Allentown
A growing community full of outdoor retreats, dining and entertainment
Wescosville
A small community near a big city steeped in history
Lower Macungie Township East
A growing community with endless outdoor recreation on the outskirts of Allentown
South Whitehall Township
Allentown suburb with well-rated schools and new homes
West Park Historic District
Century-old homes a short drive from Allentown’s commercial areas
Center City
Blocks of rowhouses around Allentown's developing entertainment district
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