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Modern homes and large shopping centers in Outer Wyomissing
Along the western edge of Reading’s suburbs, Outer Wyomissing residents live in modern homes near large shopping centers. While Reading is the more populated city in this area, Wyomissing is a borough that offers its own share of businesses and attractions. “If you go to one end, you have a big shopping center, and if you go to the other end, it’s all homes,” says Jerry Buffa, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty, who's been selling homes in Berks County for over 20 years. “Right in the middle of the borough is the business district.”
Colonial homes are a common style in Outer Wyomissing.
Outer Wyomissing has many quiet streets with colonial homes.
Single family homes with attached garages can be found throughout Outer Wyomissing.
Traditional bi-level homes are common in Outer Wyomissing.
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Ranch-style homes and colonial revivals starting in the $350,000s
Arranged in long straight roads that loop and bend, the community’s homes sit on modestly sized lots adorned with shady trees and neat landscaping. Houses here represent traditional and contemporary styles, ranging from Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes from the mid- to late 1900s and early 2000s. Single-family houses here typically sell for $350,000 to $750,000. Two- to three-bedroom condos are also available, usually going for $200,000 to $300,000.
Good grades for Wilson School District
Students can start at Spring Ridge Elementary, which scores a B-plus from Niche, before going to Wilson West Middle, which gets a B. Wilson High School earns an A-minus for its above-average performance in standardized testing, student progress and college readiness. Along U.S. Route 222 is Penn State Berks, a satellite campus of Pennsylvania State University with over 2,000 students.
Younger students attend Spring Ridge Elementary School near Outer Wyomissing.
Outer Wyomissing students can continue their education at Penn State Berks
Wilson High School receives an excellent overall A grade from niche.com.
WIlson West Middle School receives an overall A- grade from niche.com.
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Commuting to Reading, Philadelphia
Scarce public transportation makes Spring Ridge car-dependent, though shopping and recreation may be within walking distance for some. “Those who commute take Penn Avenue, where most of the businesses are, and Reading Boulevard, where a lot of the higher-end homes are,” says Buffa. These roads lead to U.S. Route 222, which takes residents into Reading, and U.S. Route 422, which gets commuters 50 miles east to Philadelphia. Reading Regional Airport is 2 miles north. Reading Hospital is 2 miles south.
The Barta Bus line can take you all over Outer Wyomissing.
Outer Wyomissing is a short drive away from downtown Reading Pa.
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Shopping in Berkshire Square
Directly east of the neighborhood, Berkshire Square shopping center has a Walmart and Redner's Fresh Markets for groceries. Less than a mile away, Berkshire Mall offers boutiques and department stores. Surrounding the mall are additional retailers like Aldi, The Home Depot and Best Buy. An AMC Dine-in movie theater is also less than a mile north. Just south along State Hill Road are popular local restaurants like The Original Mama's Pizza and Grill, Laxmi's Indian Grill and State Hill Craft Cocktails & Kitchen.
Redners has all your grocery needs in Outer Wyomissing covered.
You can cover all repairs in Outer Wyomissing at the Home Depot.
You can find all the electronics you need for your home in Outer Wyomissing at Best buy.
You can find household goods at the local Walmart in Outer Wyomissing.
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10-mile multi-use trail at Gring's Mill Recreation Area
Colony Park is a small green space with a baseball diamond, sand volleyball court, tennis courts, a basketball court and a playground. Just behind Penn State Berks’ campus, Gring's Mill Recreation Area has a nearly 10-mile multi-use trail, picnic areas and freshwater fishing. The Wyomissing Park System is 3 miles south and features hiking trails, swimming pools and sports facilities. The large park, which is just over 2 miles in length, also offers a planetarium and a public museum with art, history and science exhibits. And The Works at Wyomissing is a large, indoor amusement center near Berkshire Mall with an arcade, play areas, go-karts and laser tag.
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Parks in this Area
Berks County Parks & Rec Department
Lake
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Grings Mill Recreation Area
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Colony Park Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park
The Red Bridge
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
57 min drive
Bus
Papermill Rd. & Colony Dr. Farside Wb
Bus
Penn State Berks Campus-Franco Bldg
Bus
Brdcastng Rd. & Mall Entrance Farsidenb
Bus
Keiser
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Outer Wyomissing
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Outer Wyomissing, Wyomissing sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Outer Wyomissing, Wyomissing over the last 12 months is $383,522, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,441
Median Age
30
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,848
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,371
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
45.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10%
% Population in Labor Force
67.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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