Briar Creek, PA Home for Rent

Within the Allegheny Plateau and bordered by the Susquehanna River, Briar Creek, Pennsylvania, is known for its scenic views, farmland and rolling countryside. The township is less than a mile from Berwick Borough and 13 miles from Bloomsburg, the Columbia County seat. These areas have shopping, dining and employment opportunities, another draw for Briar Creek residents. There is also a borough of the same name within the township. Much like the township, the borough is made up of farmlands and greenery, but has a larger concentration of homes and is closer to shopping and dining in Berwick. Homes are built back from the road, down side streets, or on farmland. Most houses have front and backyards, and those outside the borough use wells and septic tanks. Most homes in the area are ranch-styles and split-levels. They range in price from $125,000 to $350,000. Property taxes on homes in the township may also be lower than those in the borough. Briar Creek runs through most of Briar Creek Township and Borough and may flood during severe weather. The township and borough are part of the National Flood Insurance Program, which provides policies to residents, even if their homes are