Why Live in Chippewa Township
Chippewa Township in Vanport features a mix of established neighborhoods and new-construction communities, with homes ranging from traditional cottages, ranch-style, and split-level homes to New Traditional and townhouse developments. Most properties sit on quiet, tree-lined streets with median lot sizes just over half an acre, providing ample space for private backyards. The township has three parks: Chippewa Park, Veteran’s Park, and I.S. and Gertrude Sahli Nature Park, offering ballfields, playgrounds, walking paths, and nature trails. The Chippewa Branch Library and Rolling Acres Golf Course add to the local features. The commercial corridor along Pennsylvania Route 51 includes Chippewa Plaza and Chippewa Towne Center, with shops like Home Depot, Walmart, and dining options such as Brighton Hot Dog Shoppe and Sal’s Ristorante and Bar. Community events at Wright Fields and the Air Heritage Aviation Museum provide seasonal festivities and family-friendly activities. The area is primarily car-dependent, with PA Route 51 and I-376 connecting residents to Pittsburgh, 40 miles southeast, and Pittsburgh International Airport, 24 miles away. The Blackhawk School District, including Blackhawk Intermediate School, is highly rated, and the district offers a College in High School program. The Beaver County Transit Authority provides local bus service, and Heritage Valley Beaver hospital is less than 10 miles from town. Chippewa Township has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chippewa Township a good place to live?
Chippewa Township is a good place to live. Chippewa Township is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Chippewa Township has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.8 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $114,901 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Chippewa Township are home owners, with 16.9% of residents renting and 83.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chippewa Township can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chippewa Township neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chippewa Township?
The median home price in Chippewa Township is $329,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $66,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $70K a year to afford the median home price in Chippewa Township. The average household income in Chippewa Township is $115K.
What are the best public schools in Chippewa Township?
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Home Trends in Chippewa Township, PA
On average, homes in Chippewa Township, Vanport sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Chippewa Township, Vanport over the last 12 months is $298,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$298,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$327,495
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$329,995
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$232,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Last 12 months Home Sales
105
Median List Price
$329,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%