Northwest York Multifamily Home for Sale

The Northwest York neighborhood lies west of Codorus Creek and is under 2 miles from York’s historic downtown area. “York is sometimes called the ‘First Capital of the United States,’” says Mitzi Heaton, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. The nickname comes from the Revolutionary War era when the government was strategically moved from Philadelphia to York to take advantage of the Susquehanna River. Five parks and an aquatic center are spread through this largely residential neighborhood comprised of detached homes, apartments and townhomes at comparatively affordable prices. Families with children can send students to York City schools. Nearby shopping and dining are other key appeals of this area, which also offers walkability and public transit. Single-family homes can cost from $110,000 to $220,000. Styles include Colonials, ranch-style homes and Cape Cods. The median build year here is 1910, so homes tend to be older and modestly sized, built on small lots with mature trees and well-kept lawns. Investment homes, either multi-family properties, portfolio properties or homes needing some updates, have also sold recently, and prices for these start around $60,000 and reach