Why Live in Egypt
Egypt, a historic neighborhood in Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, offers a blend of storied architecture and a slower-paced lifestyle. Settled in 1733, Egypt features homes dating from the late 1800s to the present, including Colonial Revivals, ranch homes, and farmhouses. The neighborhood's 2,500 residents enjoy spacious quarter-acre lots lined with mature maple and oak trees. Egypt is known for its desirable school district, with public school students attending Zephyr Elementary, Whitehall-Coplay Middle, and Whitehall High, which boasts a state-award-winning marching band. Local amenities include mom-and-pop establishments like Wild Cherry Supermarket and Riley’s Restaurant & Pub, a community favorite for live music and specials. King Kone on Springmill Road is popular for ice cream treats. Outdoor enthusiasts frequent Egypt Memorial Park, a 17-acre space with playgrounds, basketball courts, and local baseball games, and Whitehall Parkway, which offers hiking and biking trails through wooded areas and historical ruins. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk environment. For more extensive entertainment options, Allentown is just a 10-mile drive south on Pennsylvania Route 145.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Egypt a good place to live?
Egypt is a good place to live. Egypt is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Egypt is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Egypt has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $109,805 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 26% of residents. A majority of residents in Egypt are home owners, with 15.4% of residents renting and 84.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Egypt can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Egypt neighborhood guide.
Is Egypt, PA a safe neighborhood?
Egypt, 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 Egypt?
The median home price in Egypt is $379,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $76,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.38%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,900 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 Egypt. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Egypt is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Egypt?
The best public schools that serve Egypt are:
What are the best private schools in Egypt?
The best private schools that serve Egypt are:
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Home Trends in Egypt, PA
On average, homes in Egypt, Whitehall sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Egypt, Whitehall over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$390,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$379,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%