Why Live in South Huntingdon Township
South Huntingdon Township in Ruffs Dale, Westmoreland County, offers a rural lifestyle with expansive fields and forests. The area is known for its spacious plots, with homes typically situated on one to two acres along winding country roads. Housing styles range from 19th-century structures to modern builds, including ramblers and colonials averaging around 1,500 square feet. The Yough School District serves the community, with schools offering various extracurricular activities and unique traditions like "Tractor Day" at Yough Senior High. Recreational opportunities abound, with the 2,600-acre State Game Lands Number 296 providing hunting grounds and the Youghiogheny River offering boating and fishing. Goehring Park features a playground and fishing pond for family outings. For shopping, residents frequent the nearby Giant Eagle Supermarket, while dining options include Gary’s Chuckwagon in West Newton and Sonny’s Prime in Rostraver Township. The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival, held annually from late August to early October, adds a touch of medieval flair with live entertainment and unique shopping. Interstate 70 provides convenient access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pittsburgh, located about 40 miles away, as well as to Rostraver Township, 8 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Huntingdon Township a good place to live?
South Huntingdon Township is a good place to live. South Huntingdon Township is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. South Huntingdon Township is a rural neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. South Huntingdon Township has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $85,521 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18.4% of residents. A majority of residents in South Huntingdon Township are home owners, with 17.4% of residents renting and 82.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving South Huntingdon Township can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
South Huntingdon Township neighborhood guide.
Is South Huntingdon Township, PA a safe neighborhood?
South Huntingdon Township, 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 South Huntingdon Township?
The median home price in South Huntingdon Township is $370,587. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,920 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $82K a year to afford the median home price in South Huntingdon Township. The average household income in South Huntingdon Township is $86K.
What are the best public schools in South Huntingdon Township?
The best public schools that serve South Huntingdon Township are:
What are the best private schools in South Huntingdon Township?
The best private schools that serve South Huntingdon Township are:
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Are home prices dropping in South Huntingdon Township?
Yes, home prices in South Huntingdon Township are down 36% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in South Huntingdon Township, PA
On average, homes in South Huntingdon Township, Ruffs Dale sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Huntingdon Township, Ruffs Dale over the last 12 months is $422,920, down 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$422,920
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,243
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$370,587
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-45%
