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Established Wilkes-Barre suburb with a strong historical identity
Though a quiet slice of northeastern Pennsylvania, the borough of Ashley effervesces with a strong sense of community anchored by deep industrial roots minutes from Wilkes-Barre. “Ashley is a former coal mining town, and the community is very loyal to the process of maintaining that history,” says local Realtor Elbros Samkough of Century 21 Signature Properties, who has worked in the Wilkes-Barre area since 2017. He adds that even though it’s part of Hanover Township, the borough maintains a distinct identity: “Ashley residents tend to view themselves as their own separate entity, and there’s a lot of pride around it.”
Ashley is a suburb of Wilkes-Barre consisting of approximately 3,000 residents.
Ashley was first settled in 1830 and was a productive coal mining town into the 20th century.
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Historic sites turn into recreational parks
Miners Memorial Park lies next to the Ashley Huber Breaker Historical Site, a 3-acre abandoned mine land property that was once Ashley's booming industrial center. The refinery was demolished in 2014, but the borough has plans to expand the memorial park and raise public awareness about the site’s importance. Samkough says the community is rallying behind the park plans, which include adding walking trails and benches and setting up educational kiosks about the area’s anthracite history.
Public parks like Nicholson Street Park and Hanover Township Municipal Park provide open spaces and playgrounds for free play and fun. Baseball games are held at the fields of Bobby Strish Memorial Park, which also has basketball courts and an additional playground. Nature lovers can hop on the nearby Luzerne County Levee Trail, which snakes 12 miles along the Susquehanna River.
Ashley includes a beautiful memorial to the town's coal mining heritage.
A historic train engine adorns the Huber Breaker Anthracite Coal Miners Memorial in Ashley.
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Local bazaars create local buzz
The Ashley community gathers at various bazaars every year, such as the Fireman’s Bazaar and the St. Leo’s Holy Rosary Church Bazaar. The typically weekend-long fairs feature local food and artisan vendors, games for kids and live entertainment. Money raised benefits the local fire department and the catholic church, respectively. “There’s been an effort in reviving the events over the last few years,” Samkough says, adding that community involvement for the bazaars has grown as these efforts actualize. In Wilkes-Barre, local houses of worship across various denominations, including synagogues and masjids, host additional community events. Wilkes-Barre is also home to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, which hosts sporting events and concerts.
Homes from the area’s coal mining days
Mature trees shade the sidewalks that frame Ashley’s grid-style streets, lined with humble workers’ cottages and foursquare homes from the coal mining era. Some feature different-colored vinyl siding, while others showcase gambrel roofing that reflects Dutch Colonial influences. A few Italianate and Victorian-inspired houses, twin townhouses, and bi-level ranch styles are also found peppered throughout the neighborhood. Single-family houses here typically range between $90,000 and $210,000, depending on square footage and age. Manufactured homes in the mobile home community off Hazelton Street may list from $36,000 to $48,000. “Values of the homes have gone up, especially since the pandemic,” Samkough says. He adds that Ashely’s quiet, sleepy streets offer a sense of safety. The borough receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Ashley's Foursquare homes date from the early 1900s.
Cottages in Ashley feature large front porches.
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Plans to combine schools in the Hanover Area School District
Ashley is served by the Hanover Area School District, which comprises six schools across the county. Hanover Green Elementary School, which earns a B-minus overall Niche score, serves kindergarten and first grade. Second and third graders attend C-rated Lee Park Elementary School before advancing to C-minus-rated Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School for fourth through sixth grades. Lastly, students finish their education at Hanover Area Junior-Senior High School. In early 2024, the school district announced plans to combine all the elementary schools into one building instead of renovating the historic, current buildings. This is in response to the enrollment surge in the last two years.
Hanover Area Junior-Senior High School serves 930 students in grades 7-12.
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School is part of the Hanover Area School District.
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Restaurant staples on South Main and nearby groceries
Longtime eateries along South Main Street include Kelsey’s and Pizza Bella, both of which have been community staples for over 20 years. A casual atmosphere and American pub favorites keep patrons returning to the family-owned Kelsey’s, while Pizza Bella serves classic and creative pies, stacked sandwiches, and other Italian entrees. Other dining and imbibing options in Ashley include Newtown Café and Claire’s Bar. Residents pick up essentials at Family Dollar and head to nearby groceries like Wegman’s and Sam’s Club in Wilkes-Barre.
Ashley locals have been gathering at Kelsey's for good food and drink for over 25 years.
For a quick lunch, Ashley residents head to Pizza Bella.
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Interstate 81 to the Wilkes-Barry Scranton Airport
Interstate 81 runs parallel to Ashley-Wilkes Barre, providing quick and easy access to the greater Luzerne County area and beyond. Bus stations along South Main Street take commuters into Wilkes-Barre and surrounding neighborhoods. The borough is also 13 miles south of the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport.
Ashley sits just 4 miles from downtown Wilkes-Barre.
Ashley residents enjoy easy access to the large retail centers and convenient travel in I-81.
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Parks in this Area
Kirby Park
Madison St Park
Parsons Park
Coal Street Park
Ashley Centennial Park
Bobby Strish Memorial Park
Miners' Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International
26 min drive
Bus
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Ashley And Brown O
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Hazle And Germania O
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Carey And Cemetery O
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ashley-Wilkes Barre
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ashley-Wilkes Barre, Ashley sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Ashley-Wilkes Barre, Ashley over the last 12 months is $151,506, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Come check out this totally remodeled 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home on Main St in Ashley. All new windows, roof, rear deck, with new gas heating system and central A/C (currently being installed), convenient 1st floor laundry are just a few of the improvements done to this wonderful property. Fenced in yard rounds out the comforts of this gem, close to everything the Valley has to offer.
OPEN SHOWINGS THURSDAY 4/24 AT 5PM & SATURDAY 4/26 AT 12PM. Fully Remodeled 4-Unit building in Ashley with additional lot for off street parking. Each unit has 3 Bedrooms; 2 Units down stairs with the spiral staircases have 1 Bathroom & the 2 Units Upstairs with the back entrances have 1.5 bathrooms. 3 Units are currently rented & 1 is recently vacant for the new owner to lease up to their li
Great 4000+ sq ft Brick 4-unit property on a nice street in Wilkes Barre. Two units are currently occupied, and two remodeled units are vacant. Perfect property for someone looking to live in one and rent the other three or for the investment on all units. Relaxing front porch space for all units. A must see! The rental income is based on when all four were rented.
Move into this 2 story 3 bedroom apartment in very good condition with lots of closet space, hardwood floors, balcony and approximately 2.1 miles from the Hanover Industrial Park.
Brand new 1 bedroom apartment on Main St. Ashley. Unit has laminate flooring modern kitchen and bath. ALL utilities included. Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer combo provided. Building features 24 hour security system with cameras.
Two bedroom apartment available in Hanover Twp! This second floor apartment features a private driveway, washer and dryer hook ups & a spacious living room and kitchen area. In addition to a backyard and private deck. Tenant pays for electric only. Pets allowed with additional fee. $45 application fee per person. Showings by appointment only.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,416
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,931
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,955
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
16.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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