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Known for its retail, but chosen for its villages and trails
Home to the Lehigh Valley Mall, the Whitehall Mall, big-box stores and strip malls, Whitehall Township at first glance appears to be the retail heart of the Lehigh Valley. “Every major retailer, from Lowe’s to Walmart to Dicks Sporting Goods is here,” says associate broker Tim Tepes with Better Homes and Gardens, Cassidon Realty, Tim Tepes Real Estate LLC. “It’s all on MacArthur Road, which many call the ‘Golden Strip of the Valley’ after the high school’s colors, gold and maroon.”
Upon closer inspection, this 13-square-mile township north of Allentown offers hiking and biking trails, a collection of small villages, and a history that spans nearly 300 years. “The Ironton Rail Trail is converted railroad tracks. Hikers and bikers can see the whole township on it,” Tepes says. He was born and raised in Northampton on the east side of the Lehigh River from Whitehall. “The township is broken into smaller communities, each with its quirks. Part of those differences can be seen in the many houses of worship. It’s also a very family-oriented place.”
Germans were the first Europeans to settle Whitehall in 1752. Grist mills and iron furnaces drove the economy until limestone deposits were discovered and the first cement plants were opened in the 19th century, making Whitehall Township the “Cement Belt” of the Lehigh Valley. Today, Lukes Hospital, the Lehigh Valley Health Network, and the many retailers and restaurants along MacArthur Road are the township’s main employers.
The Lehigh Valley Mall is one of the two malls located in Whitehall Township.
Whitehall Parkway features a bike trail through nature in
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MacArthur Road, the “Golden Strip of the Valley”
The Lehigh Valley Mall in Fullerton at the intersection of MacArthur Road and Route 22, the main east-west highway in the Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton region, is the area’s largest enclosed two-level shopping center. It features three department stores including Macy’s and over 130 specialty stores, such as Apple, Pottery Barn and White House/Black Market. Customers can also dine at national chains like Bonefish Grill or local favorites like Pocono Brewery Company.
The Whitehall Mall and the Lehigh Valley Mall are so close to one another that they could share the same parking lot. The Whitehall Mall, however, is a mostly outdoor shopping center following a renovation in 1998 that left only a small portion of the traditional enclosed mall intact. In addition to Kohl’s, Whitehall Mall offers home improvement stores like Floor and Décor, Lomax Carpet and Tile Mart, as well as the Habitat Lehigh Valley ReStore.
Farther north on MacArthur, shoppers will find big-box stores and supermarkets at the MacArthur Town Centre, including Walmart, Lowe’s, Giant and Aldi. Smaller shopping centers serve local villages, such as Riley’s Restaurant and Pub, located in Egypt , which serves cheesesteaks, burgers and fresh hot wings. The nearby King Kone and Jungle Kafe features every kind of frozen sweet treat, from vanilla cones to banana splits.
Whitehall Township is home to the Whitehall Mall.
Riley's Restaurant & Bar is a local favoirte to stop by.
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Mix of historic, vintage and new homes in several villages
The median home price in Whitehall Township is $330,000, nearly a fourth less than the national median. A third of the single-family homes in the township were built between 1850 and 1925; many are colonial-styles with Victorians and bungalows found in villages like Egypt, where Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church and the Whitehall Mennonite Church are located. A larger number of midcentury homes, including ranch-styles, raised ranch-styles, split levels and Cape Cods can be found throughout the township in areas like Hokendauqua and Stiles within walking distance of playgrounds and the Ironton Rail Trail. New and vintage townhouses account for nearly half the homes in Whitehall, some clustered in communities like Fullerton, with easy access to shopping malls and churches like the Korean Church of the Lehigh Valley, the Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. “People also choose the Lehigh Valley because we’re within commuting distance or a day’s drive of Philadelphia, Boston, New York and Washington, D.C.,” Tepes says. “You can find single-family to multifamily homes here, built in the 1800s to brand new.”
Greek revival style homes is an option in Egypt, PA.
Traditional homes in Fullerton often have large well-maintained yards.
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Crime, climate and health care in Whitehall Township
According to Pennsylvania State Police Uniform Crime Reporting data, violent and property crime incidents in Whitehall Township have returned to pre-pandemic levels over the last five years after a 40 percent drop in crimes in 2020.
Residents experience all four seasons in Whitehall Township with warm and humid summers and cold and snowy winters. Typically, the average summer high is 86 degrees with an annual precipitation of 48 inches, and the average winter low is 22 degrees with an annual snowfall of 21 inches.
Two of the region's leading health care providers and its biggest employers are in Allentown, less than 2 miles from Whitehall Township. Lehigh Valley Hospital on 17th Street is ranked by U.S. News & World among the Top 40 hospitals in the nation for pulmonary and lung surgery. The St. Luke’s Hospital–Sacred Heart Campus specializes in family medicine with primary care for adults and children and a state-of-the-art emergency department.
Village parks, festivals, indoor recreation and trails
Each of the villages in Whitehall Township has a central park that often features sports facilities, playgrounds and municipal pools, like Hokendauqua, which has all three. In Cementon , ball fields and basketball courts surround the municipal pool in Cementon Park. The park is also the setting for the Cement Belt Fair in June, a five-day celebration of Whitehall’s history as the “Cement Belt,” with carnival rides, food, games, and live music and entertainment every night. Parks can also be found along the Lehigh River or where Jordan Creek or Coplay Creek runs through villages, allowing visitors to fish and kayak. Whitehall Township also has several indoor recreational facilities, including the New Jordan Lanes bowling alley, the ice rink and fieldhouse at St. Luke’s Sports Center, batting cages at the Hitters Edge, and a roller rink at Whitehall Skateaway.
What ties many of these recreational areas together is the Ironton Rail Trail, the path of the former Ironton Railroad, which travels alongside much of the Lehigh River in Whitehall, loops around Hokendauqua, and heads northwest to Egypt. Whitehallians can also pick up the D and L Trail in Cementon and take it to Jim Thorpe, a 22-mile journey north, or Easton, 18 miles east.
The Ironton Rail Trail runs through Hokendauqua Park.
The Ironton Rail Trail provides 9 miles of beautiful trails to nearby neighborhoods.
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Getting around the Lehigh Valley by car, bus, bike or plane
MacArthur Road, the main north-south highway through Whitehall Township, crosses U.S. 22, which runs west to Harrisburg, 85 miles away, and east to Bethlehem and Easton, 10 and 20 miles away, respectively. MacArthur also runs through the heart of Allentown and south, intersecting Route 309 on the way to Philadelphia, a 65-mile drive. Interstate 476 is west of town and also takes drivers to Philadelphia. Residents can catch LANTA buses on major roadways like MacArthur Road to destinations throughout the Lehigh Valley. Cyclists can also ride the miles of multi-use trails throughout the township and beyond, including the Ironton Rail and D and L trails. The Lehigh Valley International Airport is also next to Whitehall Township, about a 4-mile drive, with nonstop flights to over 10 destinations, including Chicago O’Hare and Orlando.
Athletics-rich school district producing Super Bowl stars
The Whitehall-Coplay School District serves Whitehall Township and receives an overall B from Niche. The district comprises five schools on a single 143-acre central campus, enrolling approximately 4,300 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Seventh through 12th graders can participate in 21 sports. Whitehall High School competes in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, one of the premier high school athletic divisions in the U.S. “Saquon Barkley plays for the Philadelphia Eagles and just won the Super Bowl,” Tepes says. “He and Matt Millon, who has four Super Bowl wins, graduated from Whitehall High School. It’s a great area for sports.”
Whitehall Township also offers several parochial and private schools for elementary-aged children, including Good Shepherd Catholic School, (K-8), Manarah Islamic Academy (PK-5) and St. Stephen’s Episcopal School (PK-K).
Whitehall High School receives an overall B- grade from niche.com.
Zephyr Elementary School sports a 14 to 1 student to teacher ratio.
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Planned improvements to schools, roadways, trails and bridges
In 2024, the Whitehall-Coplay School District was awarded $500,000 to improve Steckel Elementary School, which was constructed in 1975. The township also received a grant of over $320,000 to help with repaving the Ironton Rail Trail and installing security gates at key intersections where the trail crosses streets. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced roadway and traffic signal improvements to MacArthur Road and a $21.7 milllion replacement of the 90-year-old Route 329 Cementon Bridge over the Lehigh River.
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Situated just north of Allentown, Fullerton offers a blend of convenience to modern-day amenities and green spaces, located at the crossroads of US Route 22 and State Route 45 along the Lehigh River. Part of the Whitehall Township, the Pennsylvania neighborhood is a prime shopping destination in the Lehigh Valley as well as an escape for outdoor enthusiasts, combining commercial activity with beautiful parks. “Everything is really accessible in Fullerton,” says Mark Molchany, Realtor with RE/MAX, “You’ve got malls and highways in the heart of town and plenty of things to do.”
Two malls are divided by Grape Street, including Lehigh Valley Mall, the ninth largest in the state, boasting nearly 150 stores. Right across the street is Whitehall Mall, a large open-air shopping center with several major retailers, like Kohl’s and Bed Bath & Beyond. The bustling commercial area is full of restaurants across a broad range of options, including fast food, popular national chains and local eateries. The Joint Coffee Co. provides a cozy space for a coffee break, while Pocono Brewing Co. Taproom offers something a little stronger just across the parking lot. More craft beer options are available at Keystone Pub & Grill, a local chain famous for its wings. Right next door is City View Diner, a favorite for breakfast, serving the community since the 1960s.
The busy shopping area is intersected by two major highways, U.S. Route 22 and PA Route 145, allowing for convenient transportation throughout Allentown and the Lehigh Valley. Residents can get to Philadelphia or New York City within an hour and a half. Those looking for further travel need only cross the river to the Lehigh Valley Airport, just minutes away from the neighborhood, to catch regional and international flights.
The malls and highways are surrounded by suburban residential subdivisions. Most homes are located on quarter-acre lots with generous lawns and backyards. Ranch homes from the 1950s are the most common throughout Fullerton, though contemporary colonial-style examples on larger properties are found on the outskirts of the neighborhood. Condos and townhouses round out the housing inventory for those looking for less space, many of which are located within walking distance of commercial areas. Prices for real estate range between $135,000 and $500,000, depending on square footage.
According to the CAP Index, Fullerton earns a crime score of 4 out of a possible 10, which is comparable to the US national average.
Fullerton Community Center offers residents plenty of outdoor activities. Locals can enjoy gathering at the community pool during the warm summer months, and kids may burn energy at the park’s shady playground or play basketball at the courts. The park also features several little league ballfields and a football field used by the Fullerton Ramblers. The Ramblers hold a carnival every year at the park, a highly anticipated event with rides, vendors, live music and fireworks.
More outdoor recreation is found at Jordan Park, which has a pool, playground, and skate park. It’s set along Jordan Creek, where locals can fish for trout or relax and enjoy the water views. The creek extends through nearby Jordan Creek Parkway, a popular spot to stroll through woodsy trails, play disc golf or grow plants in the community garden.
The Whitehall-Coplay School District serves Fullerton, with all five of its schools set up right next to each other. Clarence M Gockley Elementary School serves kindergarten and first grade, earning a B grade from Niche. Second and third graders attend George D Steckel Elementary before advancing to Zephyr Elementary for fourth and fifth grade. Both schools receive a B-minus Niche score. C-plus-rated Whitehall-Coplay Middle School feeds into Whitehall High School, which maintains a B-minus rating and features an outstanding performing arts program. Since 2006, the program has won dozens of Freddy Awards, which honors regional high schools on live TV.
Named for an early 1900s cement quarry and mill, Cementon is a concrete choice for homebuyers seeking a slow-paced suburban lifestyle with proximity to Allentown. Situated on the Lehigh River, 1,500 residents call this Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania community home. “People move there because it’s a suburb of Allentown with good neighborhoods,” says Rami Mamari, a Realtor with Mountain Top Real Estate, who is a longtime area resident. “It’s a great location. You’re in the middle of urban and rural. If you go 15 minutes south, you’re in Allentown. If you go 15 minutes north, you have skiing at Blue Mountain Resort.”
Those looking to move to Cementon will primarily find houses built from the late 1800s to the present day. They come in a range of styles including ranch homes, Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods with rooftop dormer windows. Properties typically rest along sidewalk-lined streets with manicured lots adorned with established shrubbery and ornamental trees.
A cozy three-bedroom, two-bath cottage could cost around $250,000, while a more spacious four-bedroom, four-bathroom may sell in the low-$400,000s. “It’s still a strong market here,” Mamari says. “Most things sell within three to 15 days. A lot of that is because of low inventory.”
Public school students may attend Zephyr Elementary, Whitehall-Coplay Middle and Whitehall High. The elementary and high schools both earn B Niche grades, while the middle school scores a B-minus. Home of the Zephyrs, the high school boasts a state-award-winning marching band.
From CVS to Redner’s Markets, Cementon residents have easy access to nationally known and regional chains in Northampton, which is just 1 mile east via Route 329. For dining out, Angel’s Pizza, on MacArthur Road, is a local favorite for its king-sized slices of New York-style pie. Be sure to save room for dessert because Just Chill Creamery is located a few doors down. It’s the go-to spot for residents to grab a house-made waffle cone for themselves or a “pup cup” for their four-legged friend.
At Cementon Park on Dewey Street, locals can shoot some hoops, play a game of pickleball or cool off in the pool during the summer months. Riverwalk Park, on Front Street, offers a traditional playground for kids to romp around and a section of the 140-mile D&L Trail runs through it, making it a popular spot for walkers and bikers alike. Other pastimes include crossing the Woodward Bridge into Northampton to catch a music concert or the latest flick at the Roxy Theatre, a 1920s movie palace on Main Street.
With a quick 7-mile trip south via Route 145, entertainment on a larger scale awaits in Allentown, where residents can watch the Lehigh Valley Phantoms professional ice hockey team play at the PPL Center on Hampton Street or support local farmers and food vendors at the indoor Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market on West Chew Street. The farmers’ market is open year-round on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. A day of skiing or snow tubing can be had at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton, which is 11 miles north by way of Blue Mountain Drive.
It’s a long way from the pyramids, but like its namesake, the community of Egypt in Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, is ancient by American standards. Settled in 1733, many historic homes here still remain. In addition to the storied architecture, the 2,500 residents who call Egypt home relish the slower-paced lifestyle and proximity to the city of Allentown. “Egypt is a tiny little town. It has the older architecture like a lot of communities around here,” says Jamie Achberger, a Realtor with EXP Realty, who has been selling homes in the area for 14 years. “It has a country feel, but you’re close enough to everything you need. One of the draws is that it falls in one of the desirable school districts.”
Those looking to move to Egypt will primarily find houses built from the late 1800s to the present day. They come in a range of styles including Colonial Revivals, ranch homes and farmhouses. Properties commonly rest along sidewalk-lined streets with spacious quarter-acre lots adorned with mature maple and oak trees that are common to the area.
A cozy two-bedroom, 2-bath cottage could be found for $200,000 while a more spacious four-bedroom, 2-bath may run in the high-$300,000s. “Homes are still moving quickly there,” Achberger says. “If they are priced right, they’ll sell within a week or two. The inventory is low. That’s the driving factor. People still need places to live.”
Public school students may attend Zephyr Elementary, Whitehall-Coplay Middle and Whitehall High. The elementary and high schools both earn B Niche grades, while the middle school scores a B-minus. Home of the Zephyrs, the high school boasts a state-award-winning marching band.
Mom-and-pop establishments, such as Wild Cherry Supermarket and Riley’s Restaurant & Pub are interspersed between homes on Egypt’s walkable Main Street. Riley’s is a local favorite for live music and regular specials, such as 50-cent wings and $2 draft beers. The community gathering place originally served as the Egypt Hotel, which was built in 1790. King Kone, on Springmill Road, is the go-to spot for residents to grab an ice cream sundae for themselves or a “puppy sundae” for their four-legged friends.
For outdoor fun, residents head to Egypt Memorial Park on Main Street. At the 17-acre park, locals can shoot some hoops, watch their kids frolic on the playground or root for the Orioles, a local amateur league baseball team. Whitehall Parkway, on MacArthur Road, offers hiking and biking trails that wind through woods and lead visitors to an abandoned quarry and the ruins of a late 1800s cement plant. And with a quick 10-mile drive south on Pennsylvania Route 145, entertainment on a larger scale awaits in Allentown.
Homebuyers seeking suburban comforts and proximity to Allentown may find Stiles to be just their style. The 1,000 residents who call this Whitehall Township community home, enjoy the area’s walking and biking trails and being minutes from familiar retailers and festivities in downtown Allentown. “It’s a very, very small community. It’s mostly all single-family homes. People like it because it’s near Lehigh Valley Mall,” says Cliff Lewis, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Hearthside, who has been selling homes in the area for 17 years. “It’s a great location. You’re very close to all kinds of shopping and dining. You have easy access to downtown Allentown, which is really undergoing a revitalization. There are great restaurants and a new sports arena for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms ice hockey team.”
Those looking to move to Stiles will primarily find homes built from the late 1800s to the modern day. They come in a range of styles including Colonial Revivals, ranch houses and contemporary homes with two-car garages. Properties typically rest along sidewalk-lined streets with spacious quarter-acre lots adorned by established shrubbery and ornamental trees.
A 1,500-square-foot, three-bedroom home could be found in the low-$300,000s, while a four-bedroom that’s twice as big may run in the low-$400,000s. “It’s still a strong market here. If homes are priced right and in good condition, they sell within days,” Lewis says. “The average days-on-market right now is 18. Low inventory is the primary driver.”
Public school students may attend George D. Steckel Elementary, Whitehall-Coplay Middle and Whitehall High. The elementary and high schools both earn B Niche grades, while the middle school scores a B-minus. Home of the Zephyrs, the high school boasts a state-award-winning marching band.
Stiles is almost entirely residential. However, Lehigh Valley Mall, which hosts a Macy’s anchor store, and other nationally known retailers such as Aldi discount grocery and Walmart Supercenter can be found less than 5 miles away via Route 145 South. For eating out, Coplay Eatery and Thai Diner are interspersed between single-family homes on Chestnut Street. Patrons can expect playful and decadent dishes, such as “disco fries” and “the heart attack sandwich” at Coplay, while Thai Diner offers traditional Thai favorites with mild flavoring to it’ll-make-you-sweat hot.
Outdoor fun awaits at Stiles Park on South 4th Avenue. At the 5-acre park, residents can shoot some hoops, play a game of tennis or relax on a bench and watch their kids exhaust themselves on the playground. A section of the 9-mile Ironton Rail Trail runs through Stiles. The former Ironton Railroad track has been transformed into a paved trail that’s popular among walkers, runners and bikers alike.
And with a quick 5-mile trip south via Route 145, entertainment on a larger scale awaits in Allentown. Popular pastimes include catching a Lehigh Valley Phantoms professional ice hockey game at PPL Center on Hamilton Street or supporting local farmers and food vendors at the indoor Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market on West Chew Street. The farmers' market is open year-round on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
West Catasauqua is a small suburban community with green spaces and sidewalk-lined streets tucked between the Lehigh River and the hustle and bustle of the MacArthur Corridor. “West Catasauqua is kind of off the beaten path,” says Rob McCann, an Owner and Broker of Assist 2 Sell who has been selling homes in the area for over 25 years. “But you’re still close to everything and have access to shopping without being in the thick of a city-type area.” The community is separated from the rest of the Catasauqua borough by the Lehigh River, but the MacArthur Corridor connects residents to the rest of the Lehigh Valley and beyond.
Residential streets are arranged in a triangle-shaped grid and feature a collection of ranch-style, Colonial Revival and twin homes built around the early 1900s. Most homes offer street parking in the front and a garage or driveway in the back. Prices range from around $135,000 to $310,000, depending on the size and condition of the home. Further north, Haven Ridge is a contemporary townhome development where homebuyers can find three-bedroom units ranging from about $310,000 to $405,000. According to the CAP Index, the neighborhood has an overall Crime Score of 4.
West Catasauqua is centrally located off Route 145 – also known as MacArthur Road. “If you go just south, you’ll get to Allentown,” McCann says. Residents are also about 63 miles north of Philadelphia. The Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority provides local bus service to the community, making several stops on Pine Street before traveling to the Whitehall Mall, Allentown, Bethlehem and beyond. The Lehigh Valley International Airport is about 4 miles east and offers domestic flights.
Big-box retailers and fast-food joints line the western border of the neighborhood along MacArthur Road. “That’s where all the malls, Wawas and fast-food spots are,” McCann says. Residents can run errands at Walmart, Giant, Big Lots and more. Outside of chains like Burger King and Panera Bread, dining options in West Catasauqua are limited. Locally owned restaurants include The Burger Shack, a casual spot where locals can pile into vinyl booths and enjoy fresh burgers stuffed with everything from cheese to mushrooms. More retail options are available at the nearby Whitehall Mall and Lehigh Valley Mall.
West Catasauqua Playground sits in the center of the community. The green space features tennis courts, a basketball court, a ballfield and a playset for kids to explore. The Ironton Rail Trail runs parallel to the Lehigh River, and an entrance along Water Street is less than a mile from most homes in the neighborhood. Residents can walk, run or bike along the nine-mile-long paved path while exploring abandoned sections of the Lehigh Valley Railroad.
Children attend the Whitehall-Coplay School District, consisting of five schools on a 143-acre campus less than 2 miles from West Catasauqua. Kids in grades K-1 begin their education at Clarence M. Gockley Elementary School, which earned a B from Niche. Children in grades 2-3 attend George D. Steckel Elementary School before moving on to Zephyr Elementary School for grades 4-5, with both schools earning a B-minus. Older kids attend the C-plus-rated Whitehall-Coplay Middle School and B-minus-rated Whitehall High School. The district follows a one-on-one technology initiative and provides a Chromebook to all students in grades K-12.
The Ironton Rail Trail hosts races, walks and community festivities. Popular events include the bi-annual Ironton Historical Walk, which is about 7 miles long and highlights the area’s industrial history. The walk includes stops at 23 historical sites, and locals can see abandoned cement kilns, limestone quarries and more along the way.
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