Originally named Snyderstown, the borough of Yoe got its start on two farms, one owned by Jacob Snyder bought in 1815, the other owned by Henry Taylor. In 1871, the Snyders started a sawmill operation. Over the years, stores and a cigar factory popped up, and with them, homes to house the workers. By 1880, the community had a school, several homes, a church and a railroad station. When the people requested a post office, they were turned down as there was already a Snyderstown in Pennsylvania. That’s how Moses Snyder ended up renaming the community Yohe after his mother’s maiden name. In order to avoid offending his father’s second wife, Moses changed the spelling to Yoe and the name has persisted to this day. Today, Yoe Borough is much more residential than industrial, with the cigar factory moving to another York Township. Residents enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, friendly neighbors and outdoor activities like hiking, camping and fishing. Several local eateries are within reach, and many enjoy proximity to large East Coast cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Colonia Revivals and Cape Cods
Historic homes dating back to the 1880s through the 1940s exist in the neighborhood, many being Colonial Revivals and Cape Cod houses. Many of these older homes have been recently renovated with modern fixtures. Attached garages are another common fixture, as are manicured lawns with enough room to toss a ball around. Sidewalks line residential streets making strolls around the neighborhood easy. A close-knit community, Yoe promises friendly neighbors who are sure to greet each other along neighborhood walks. Home prices in the area range from $72,500 to $230,000.
Dormer windows protrude from classic colonials in Yoe.
A Cape Cod with quaint dormer windows in Yoe, PA.
There are plenty of ranch-styles in Yoe, PA.
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The York area's fourth-best high school
Children in the area attend Dallastown Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and was ranked the second-best public elementary school in the York area. Next, kids attend Dallastown Area Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of B-plus and was ranked the sixth-best public middle school in the York area. Teenagers attend Dallas Area Senior High School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and was ranked the fourth-best public high school in the York area.
Fans cheer on the Dallastown Wildcats at the football stadium.
Dallastown High School has an A-minus grade on Niche.
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Two lakes in Kain Park
Yoe Park sits in the center of the neighborhood and features a playground, basketball and tennis courts and picnic areas. Also nearby is Kain Park, an expansive park comprising 1,637 acres and two lakes: Lake Williams and Lake Redman. Fishing at the lakes is a popular activity for locals, with crappy, sunfish, catfish, pike, stripers and largemouth bass all common catches. Visitors can rent rowboats, paddle boats, canoes and kayaks and glide along the lake’s surface. Horseshoe pits, a playground and a volleyball court offer extra recreation for visitors to the park. Meanwhile, nature enthusiasts can explore over 12 miles of marked trails on foot, bike, or horseback.
Dock at Lake Redman in Kain Park, a short drive from Yoe.
Practice jump shots in Yoe Park.
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Sechrist's franks have top honors
Sechrist Brothers opened their shop in 1874 and has been a fixture in Yoe ever since. For generations, the Sechrist family has been selling their award-winning meats. Sechrist’s franks, sausages and brats have won first-place honors in Pennsylvania competitions since they first started competing in 1985. Their regular skinless frank became the “Top Dog” in the nation in 1993 and continues to live up to its reputation. When looking for something more substantial, locals head to Parma Pizza & Grill for old-world Italian staples. Groceries are easily grabbed at the nearby Giant Supermarket.
Sechrist Bros. is a third generation butcher shop on Main St. in Dallastown, PA.
Parma is the go-to spot for pizza or hoagies in nearby Dallastown, PA.
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Proximity to East Coast cities
Residents enjoy proximity to large East Coast cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. While there isn't any public transportation options within the neighborhood, there are several bus stops just a few minutes south on Main Street in the nearby community of Dallastown. These are mainly for the 10S Bus, which is part of the rabbittransit bus system.
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