Upper Tulpehocken Houses for Sale

Upper Tulpehocken in Strausstown, Pennsylvania, is a historic area first settled in 1729, with the village established in 1840. The neighborhood retains a small-town feel with a single stoplight on its main street, despite being close to Interstate 78. The area is predominantly preserved farmland, with homes spread out across rural lots. Strausstown features American Foursquare homes from the 1880s along its main road, while ranch-style and colonial revival homes are more common in the surrounding rural areas. Residents enjoy the Strausstown Lions Club Park, which includes a playground, sports courts, and a skate park. The Blue Mountain foothills to the north provide natural land for exploration, including the Appalachian Trail and State Game Lands 110, popular for hunting and snowmobiling. Dining options within Strausstown include C&C Pizza, known for its homemade dough and sauce, and Kauffman's Bar-B-Que, famous for its fried chicken. For groceries and additional amenities, residents often travel to Hamburg, 12 miles away, which also hosts the annual Hamburger Festival. Community events are organized by the Strausstown Lions Club, including an Antique Auto Show & Flea Market and a spring egg hunt. The Berks Encore Strausstown supports the elderly with social events and Meals on Wheels. For larger city amenities, Reading is 20 miles away, and Allentown is 40 miles down Interstate 78.