Why Live in Edgemont
Edgemont is a neighborhood characterized by its detached single-family homes set against the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains. The area features ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, and split-levels, with properties ranging from quarter-acre to 3-acre lots, primarily built between the 1930s and 1960s. Residents enjoy proximity to nature, with nearby hiking trails leading to scenic vistas like High Rock. The Smithsburg Athletic Fields, less than 3 miles away, provide facilities for pickleball and softball, and the Smithsburg Little Sluggers baseball league offers recreational opportunities for children. For daily needs, Martin’s grocery store is just over 4 miles south in Smithsburg, while a Walmart Supercenter is 6 miles north in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. Dining options include the Dixie Diner and Wolfe’s Den in Smithsburg, both about 3 miles away. Entertainment is accessible in Hagerstown, 12 miles west, featuring minor league baseball at Meritus Park and drag races at Mason Dixon Dragway. Fort Ritchie in Cascade is an emerging destination with a history museum, spa, and plans for a brewery and art gallery. Edgemont is zoned for Washington County Public Schools, with Smithsburg High receiving a B-plus rating. Route 64 provides access to Hagerstown and Waynesboro, located 11 miles and 8 miles away, respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edgemont a good place to live?
Edgemont is a good place to live. Edgemont is considered very car-dependent. Edgemont is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Edgemont has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.9 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $95,371 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Edgemont are home owners, with 18% of residents renting and 82% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Edgemont can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Edgemont neighborhood guide.
Is Edgemont, PA a safe neighborhood?
Edgemont, 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 Edgemont?
The median home price in Edgemont is $392,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $78,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.06%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $81K a year to afford the median home price in Edgemont. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Edgemont is $95K.
What are the best public schools in Edgemont?
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Home Trends in Edgemont, PA
On average, homes in Edgemont, Waynesboro sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgemont, Waynesboro over the last 12 months is $392,500.
Median Sale Price
$392,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$392,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$134
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$392,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%