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Flock to this quiet, easygoing community in Eastern Pennsylvania
Amid the cornfield-laden farmland of Northampton County is Lower Nazareth Township — a modest community characterized by its quiet nature and easygoing lifestyle. The township may be small, but Eastern Pennsylvania locals are flocking there for its endearing air and scenery. "Nazareth is more of an expanding area that's had a lot of growth, specifically since COVID-19 began," says local Realtor Lisa Wright of Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtors, who has sold nearly 300 homes in the area. "There are a lot of families moving into the area for the schools and the proximity to New Jersey."
Lower Nazareth is a community north of Bethlehem in Northampton County.
Sit at the bar and watch the big game at Diner 248 in Lower Nazareth.
Lower Nazareth is a residential community surrounded by beautiful farmland.
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Sprawling yards, winding streets, and Colonial Architecture
Lower Nazareth's winding streets primarily contain large, two-story homes with traditional colonial architecture and big, sprawling yards, though ranch and split-level homes are also common. Smaller, older homes often price between $300,000 and $500,000 while larger homes constructed in the 2000s can range from $500,000 to upwards of $800,000. "There's a lot of rolling hills with beautiful vistas," Wright says. "The lots are typically bigger than you can get in the city or even the suburbs, so it has a really pretty vibe to it." According to Wright, the housing market in the area is very competitive with many homes selling within two weeks of their initial listing.
Split Level homes date from the 1970s in Lower Nazareth.
Colonial Homes from the 1990s are common in Lower Nazareth.
Homes are situated on large grassy lots in Lower Nazareth.
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Join the jazz band at Nazareth Area High School
Students in Lower Nazareth go to schools under the Nazareth Area School District umbrella. Children from kindergarten through Grade 4 can go to Lower Nazareth Elementary School before advancing to Nazareth Area Intermediate School for Grades 5 and 6 while kids in seventh and eighth grade go to Nazareth Area Middle School. The elementary, intermediate and middle school all earn an overall grade of A-minus from Niche. Teens can attend Nazareth Area High School off East Center Street. The high school earns an overall grade of A from Niche and offers a host of extracurricular clubs and organizations from National Honor Society to jazz band.
Nazareth Area High School is a top rated public school serving 1,576 students.
Nazareth Area Middle School serves 798 students in grades 7-8.
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Leigh Valley International Airport is nearby
Lower Nazareth residents are typically car-dependent, though the township does offer excellent road and highway access. The Lehigh Valley Thruway serves as the township's southern border while Nazareth Pike cuts directly through the region. Locals are also a 15-minute drive from Lehigh Valley International Airport, which is stationed 7 miles to the west.
Residents of Lower Nazareth enjoy the convenience of LANta busses running in the community.
Pack your bags and catch a flight at Lehigh Valley Airport just minutes from Lower Nazareth.
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Shop at Lower Nazareth Commons or Northampton Crossings
There are plenty of shopping options in Lower Nazareth. Locals typically head to the neighborhood Wegmans off Nazareth Road at Lower Nazareth Commons for fresh meats and produce. The shopping center also contains a Target and several fast-food restaurants. Additional shopping options can be found directly across the street at Northampton Crossings, which contains a Walmart Supercenter, Kohl's and a movie theater. For a meal out with the family, Diner 248 is a good place to try. The local diner is a staple in Lower Nazareth, offering a robust breakfast menu for Sunday brunch and various traditional American foods from burgers and fries to chicken wings. Hanoverville Road House, operating out of an old stagecoach stop built in the early 1800s, is another area favorite thanks to its unique historic feel.
Diner 248 is a local favorite restaurant in Lower Nazareth.
Lower Nazareth includes a Regal Cinemas for catching the newest blockbuster.
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Swing the bat at Lower Nazareth Township Park
After school, kids flock to the playground at Lower Nazareth Township Park while sports lovers work on their jump shot at the basketball courts. The park also includes a full-sized football field and several baseball fields for batting practice. Locals frequent Surrey Glen Park to jog on the paved walking trail or fish along Monocacy Creek as well. Louise Moore County Park is another hot spot, containing a duck pond and a community garden for residents to show off their green thumb. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center also sits 6 miles to the north, offering a large network of trails perfect for hiking and spotting wildlife. To book tee times, Green Pond Country Club sits just south of the township and offers golf lessons while also serving as a popular venue for weddings.
Youth spots teams complete on the ball fields at Lower Nazareth Township Park.
Green Pond Country Club is an 18 hole course open to the public in Lower Nazareth.
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The Nazareth library hosts events loved by Lower Nazareth residents.
The Annual Nazareth Fall Festival
Nazareth comes to life when the leaves change colors. The annual Nazareth Fall Festival is a key event for many of the township's residents, featuring pumpkin painting, trunk-or-treating and live entertainment.
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Parks in this Area
Tuskes Community Park
Paul Kokolus Sr. Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Newburg Park
Lower Nazareth Township Psrk
Louise Moore County Park
Kim Donald Kromer Park
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
16 min drive
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Lower Nazareth Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Nazareth Township, Nazareth sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Nazareth Township, Nazareth over the last 12 months is $312,499, down 29% from the median 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
7,763
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,387
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,517
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
48.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
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