West Pittston
Suburban Neighborhood in Pennsylvania
Luzerne County 18643
Neighborhood Reviews
Susquehanna Avenue’s century-old homes
West Pittston’s century-old homes along Susquehanna Avenue still have carriage stones etched with the names of former owners. These historic Italianate and Second Empire homes are valued at around $425,000 and $600,000. More contemporary ranch-style and two-story split-level homes cost between $150,000 and $300,000. The oldest home still in the borough is the Newry House, a salt box Colonial supposedly built between 1800 and 1811.
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Live alongside West Pittston’s history
“West Pittston is an old town, but we’re lucky it’s been able to maintain its architecture,” says Lu-Ann Sperrazza, a Realtor with Atlas Realty and a native of West Pittston. “People will drive here just to walk around and look at the houses and shops.” Known for being the location of the 1778 Battle of Wyoming during the Revolutionary War, West Pittston has twelve historic sites along its unofficial West Pittston Heritage Trail. The Hitchner Biscuit Company building, once a shortbread cookie manufacturer, is now the site of modern apartments. West Pittston was also recently dubbed “Halloween Town,” after drawing thousands of trick-or-treaters to its streets to see Halloween decor adorning old homes.
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West Pittston’s walkable sights
Dogs and families alike can enjoy Morris Park, which includes a dog park, playground and basketball courts. Cross the Susquehanna River to hike at the Campbell’s Ledge Outlook Trail and Reservoir Loop. ATVs and motorbikes can scratch up the trails, but hikers say the view from the top is lovely. West Pittston is also only 8 miles from Frances Slocum State Park, which has 10 miles of trails and is a popular camping destination.
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Stroll and eat along Luzerne Avenue
Local favorite and family owned, Agolino’s serves up traditional Italian cuisine on Luzerne Avenue. Walk up the road to the Ballyhoo ice cream parlor and order at the antique till and old-fashioned candy counter. Half a mile down the street is Weiner World, serving hot dogs, hoagies, hamburgers and fries. To run errands, residents drive to Insalaco's Shopping Center, which has several retail shops including Gerrity’s, a grocery store with deli meats and fresh produce. It’s also only a four-mile drive into Pittston to shop at Walmart, Home Depot and Aldi.
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Cherry blossoms on the west bank
To kick off the spring season, locals flock to the west bank of the Susquehanna River to view the cherry blossom trees in bloom. Accompanied by booths, vendors, live music and a parade, the annual West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival is a great experience for residents and tourists alike. Locals and businesses can take part in the parade and connect with their neighbors as spring arrives. “It’s that kind of town, everyone knows each other,” says Jaqueline DeLucca, Circulation Coordinator of West Pittston Library who has lived in town her whole life. “We’ve got a good mix of new people moving in and those who have been here forever.”Wyoming Area School District
West Pittston students may start their education at Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center, rated B on Niche. The Wyoming Area Primary Center, which has a C-Plus, teaches first through third grade. For grades four through six, Wyoming Area Intermediate Center is rated a C and is within walking distance from most homes. The Wyoming Area Secondary Center is the local high school, earning a C-plus, and their Wyoming Warriors football team plays at Stadium Exeter on Boston Avenue.
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Bike around the borough
West Pittston is only a mile or two long in each direction, so locals who prefer to bike will shop at Old Mill Pine, a family-owned hardware and bicycle store. Drive into Pittston by the Fort Jenkins Bridge or the Water Street Bridge. Head 13 miles up Interstate 81 to Scranton or 5 miles away to the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport.
Written By
Shelby Sullivan
Video By
Francesco Basti
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Janet Yost
JY
Janet Yost
Responds QuicklyWychock Real Estate, LLC
(272) 770-0457
30 Total Sales
1 in West Pittston
$50,000 Price
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Corine Sworen
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Corine Sworen
Responds QuicklyLewith & Freeman, Mountaintop
(272) 268-7620
98 Total Sales
1 in West Pittston
$65,900 Price
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Willford Balmaceda
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Willford Balmaceda
Responds QuicklySimplicity Realty
(272) 808-1643
66 Total Sales
1 in West Pittston
$185,600 Price
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Charles Adonizio
Charles Adonizio
Responds QuicklyRealty Network Group
(570) 667-6516
95 Total Sales
6 in West Pittston
$69K - $275K Price Range
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Hayley Monroe-Kuchta
HM
Hayley Monroe-Kuchta
Responds QuicklyAction Real Estate
(272) 808-0638
61 Total Sales
1 in West Pittston
$130,000 Price
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Robert Merante
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Robert Merante
Responds QuicklyRPA Real Estate
(272) 203-3776
11 Total Sales
1 in West Pittston
$257,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 4th to 6th
- Public
- 1st to 3rd
- Public
Parks in this Area
Exeter Lions Memorial Park
Sullivan Park
Bruno Ferretti Memorial Fields
Jefferson Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/16/2019
Niche Review
While the town is aesthetically pleasing, you will soon find yourself losing sanity as you scrounge for anything to do besides eat or join others at a dive bar. The town is relatively quiet but crime is on the uptick, and with lack of opportunities and activities for the youth it seems we will only see a growth in crime rates. It may be a good place to raise a family or retire, however a young adult has next to no place living in such a dreary, has-been town like West Pittston.
8/17/2018
Niche Review
This is a great town, there are a lot of things close by. One attraction is the blue ribbon ice cream shop, the ice cream is delicious and there are tons of choices.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Pittston | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Pittston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Pittston, PA sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in West Pittston, PA over the last 12 months is $190,550, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$210,000
Median Sale Price
$190,550
Median Single Family Sale Price
$199,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$115
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
578
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1935
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,299
Above the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,547
Median Age
43
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,991
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,593
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.5%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69
/ 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.
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Exeter
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Hughestown
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Duryea
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Port Griffith
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Laflin
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