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West Newton is a town along the Youghiogheny River in Westmoreland County.
A community full of value
West Newton is a Westmoreland County borough that’s a boon for outdoor lovers — it straddles the Youghiogheny River and features a portion of the Great Allegheny Passage. But someone doesn’t have to be an outdoor enthusiast to find value in this community. In fact, this community is full of value, thanks to its relatively accessible housing prices. “You could probably get some cheaper homes there,” says local Realtor Terene Cain of River Point Realty, LLC., based in the nearby city of Washington.
A diverse array of homes
Buyers in West Newton can find options under $100,000 and prices commonly range up to the low $200,000s, though some outliers can reach around $400,000. The area features a diverse array of homes, too, built from the early to late 20th century. Houses around West Newton are organized neatly along straight-line residential blocks, and many come with a solid bit of lawn space, part of lots that span from nearly 4,000 square feet to around half an acre. A lot of West Newton’s homes are variations of the colonial and Victorian styles, and are about 1,800 square feet on average.
Railroad tracks cut through West Newton past the many beautiful homes.
You can find classic architecture in West Newton.
Homes in West Newton tend to be on the larger side on nice sized lots.
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Burgers, pizza and sweets from local buisnesses
Residents don’t have to look far for food after enjoying time outdoors. West Newton features several restaurants around town. Gary's Chuckwagon is among the popular spots, known for its breakfast options and burgers, but also its on-site bakery serving up bread, doughnuts, cakes, pies and more. West Newton Pizza House is another well-liked haunt, just about a block from Gary’s Chuckwagon. One of West Newton Pizza’s signatures is its cheddar cheese topping. Those with a sweet tooth have the bakery at Gary’s Chuckwagon to enjoy and Sweet Orchid Candy Shop on East Main Street. West Newton has its own Giant Eagle Supermarket as well, where residents can quickly grab groceries for home-cooked meals.
Stop in to Gingerbread House in West Newton for great treats.
The Trailside will take care of you when you get to West Newton.
Crooked Creek Distillery is in West Newton on South Water Street.
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The Yough School District
The Yough School District services kids in West Newton, a system with a B-minus overall rating on Niche. West Newton Elementary is a conveniently located spot for students to start, for kindergarten to fourth grade. This B-rated school has an active PTO, behind events like a Halloween costume parade around the school grounds. Students here then move on to the C-plus-rated Yough Intermediate Middle School for fifth grade to eighth grade, where there are multiple interscholastic sports teams, including boys and girls soccer and girls basketball. Yough Senior High is next, a B-rated school whose course offerings include an engineering class.
Continue your education in West Newton at Yough Intermediate Middle School.
Students of West Newton start their education at West Newton Elementary School.
West Newton students get prepared for college at Yough Senior High School.
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Plenty of outdoor attractions
West Newton’s list of outdoor attractions includes Goehring Park, a sprawling space with a playground, a couple of ballfields and a fishing pond. Residents can also hop on a portion of the 150-mile-long Great Allegheny Passage for a stroll or bike ride. The trail passes by Gap Trail Campground, a spot those passing through on the trail can stop, featuring showers and more. The Youghiogheny River is the literal recreational centerpiece of the area. This is a fishing hotspot, considered the top place for smallmouth bass in southwestern Pennsylvania. Anglers can also find trout in the Youghiogheny River.
Take a bike ride through West Newton down the GAP trail.
Take your best friends out for a walk in West Newton.
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West Newton residents have everything that they need right in town.
Seasonal events
West Newton has its own farm & vendor market, held on Tuesdays from May to September and featuring a variety of fresh produce, from red carrots to maitake mushrooms. The borough’s annual staples include the Miracle on Main Street holiday celebration in November, where there’s food trucks, live music, children’s crafts and a parade.
Check out the old rail car near the GAP trail visitors center in West Newton.
Route 136 and 51 to get to Pittsburgh
Residents here can quickly reach Pennsylvania Route 136, which connects to Route 51 for commutes north toward Pittsburgh, just about 26 miles away. Locals can also use Route 31 here to reach Interstate 70, another of the area’s major arteries.
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