Why Live in Oyster Point
Oyster Point in Mountville, Pennsylvania, is a suburban neighborhood located just 6 miles from Lancaster. The area features a mix of residential homes, including split-levels, Cape Cods, colonials, and New Traditionals, with newer subdivisions offering contemporary Craftsman-style homes. The neighborhood is part of the highly rated Hempfield School District, with Centreville Elementary, Centreville Middle School, and Hempfield High School all receiving high marks. Residents enjoy a low crime risk, with safety levels better than the national average. Local amenities include Murry Ridge Park and Lake Grubb Nature Park, which offer playgrounds, walking paths, and scenic trails. The Hempfield recCenter provides a fitness center, indoor pool, and tennis courts, and hosts professional tournaments. For dining, Loxley’s Restaurant and Patio Bar, Centerville Diner, and Grand Central Bagel are popular spots, while LUCA and 401 Prime in downtown Lancaster are favored for nights out. Shopping options range from local Amish markets to chain stores like Giant and Target. Public transit is available, with bus routes and the Lancaster Amtrak Station nearby. The area also offers easy access to Highway 30 and is less than 30 miles from Harrisburg International Airport. Cultural and entertainment options include the Fulton Theatre and Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, along with family-friendly activities like corn mazes at Corn Cob Acres.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oyster Point a good place to live?
Oyster Point is a good place to live. Oyster Point is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Oyster Point is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Oyster Point has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.3 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $112,526 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Oyster Point are home owners, with 20% of residents renting and 80% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oyster Point can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oyster Point neighborhood guide.
Is Oyster Point, PA a safe neighborhood?
Oyster Point, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oyster Point?
The median home price in Oyster Point is $370,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,800 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $77K a year to afford the median home price in Oyster Point. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oyster Point is $113K.
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Home Trends in Oyster Point, PA
On average, homes in Oyster Point, Mountville sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Oyster Point, Mountville over the last 12 months is $367,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$367,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$207,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Median List Price
$370,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%