Lower Allen Houses for Sale

Lower Allen in New Cumberland, PA, is a classic post-war suburban neighborhood situated between Harrisburg and the Cumberland Valley. The area features a mix of Colonial Revivals, ranch-style, and split-level homes, with midcentury suburban architecture. Homes typically include off-street parking and sit on quarter- to half-acre plots. The Cliffs neighborhood showcases neo-traditional homes with European influences, featuring large lots and spacious interiors. Lower Allen is part of the West Shore School District, with students attending Highland Elementary, Allen or New Cumberland Middle Schools, and Cedar Cliff High School. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with limited public transit options, but its location along U.S. Routes 581 and 83 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike provides easy regional access. Harrisburg International Airport is 13 miles away, while Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center is 2 miles north. Local features include the Capital City Mall, Brewhouse Grille, and Flinchy’s, with grocery options like Weis Markets and Trader Joe’s. Outdoor activities are abundant, with Yellow Breeches Creek offering fishing, tubing, and kayaking, and Liberty Forge Golf Course nearby. Community events include the Lisburn Fire Company’s Olde Time festival and Harrisburg Senators games on City Island. Lower Allen is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.