John Marzullo
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
(724) 952-3574
1,015 Total Sales
1 in Bell Township
$125,000 Price
Bell Township
Rural Neighborhood in Avonmore, Pennsylvania
Westmoreland County 15613, 15618, 15681
Surrounded by the Kiski River to the east and the Beaver Run Reservoir to the west, Bell Township is a small rural area in Westmoreland County, about 30 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh. “We consider ourselves country bumpkins,” says Lori Weig-Tamasy, a Bell resident and Realtor with Century 21 American Heritage Realty. “It has that small-town feel, and we take care of our own. If you don’t need that glitz and glamour of city life or mind living in an older home, it is a really great place to live."
In western Pennsylvania's winding, rolling hills, properties are spread throughout the township, sometimes allowing buyers to buy on multiple acres. The home inventory includes ranch-style, Cottages and American Foursquare homes. While you can find some small streets lined with several properties, it is common to see houses built on multiple acres of land with rolling yards. Prices are below the national average, and buyers can find properties on less than an acre for less than $100,000, while ranch homes on almost two acres rise to about $280,000. "Bell is unique because families have lived here for generations, and houses usually pass down through families. If something does come up, it is an older home, so a specific person is looking to move into that style of home,” Weig-Tamasy says.
Children attend the Kiski Area School District, which scores a B on Niche and serves 3,600 students from four townships and five boroughs. Students attend Kiski Area South Primary School for kindergarten through fourth grade, Kiski Area Upper Elementary School for fifth and sixth grade, Kiski Intermediate School for seventh and eighth grade and Kiski Area High School to earn their diploma. According to Niche, the primary school scores a B-plus, the upper elementary and intermediate grades a B-minus, and the high school garners a B. The high school offers a lunch and learn program, which provides opportunities for students to participate in various clubs and intermural activities during the school day.
With multiple areas of open land, the area is excellent for avid outdoors people. Hunting is a big pastime, and Bell Township is in Pennsylvania Wildlife Management Unit 2D, 84.5 square miles of game land nearby. When the weather warms up, anglers can take advantage of the proximity to the Kiskiminetas River, where they can fish for Smallmouth Bass, Walleye and Trout. Hikers and bikers also flock to the area's many trails, including the Roaring Run Trail, a short route that the former Main Line Canal and across a wooden suspension bridge.
Being a rural suburb, the only grocery store option is the Dollar General on Pennsylvania 981. “We call it the mall of Bell Township,” Weig-Tamasy says. The good news is that it's only about a 5-mile drive to the Shop ‘n Save in the neighboring Saltsburg. Bell’s other retail benefit is it is located about the same distance (20-minute drive) to either Murrysville or Greensburg, which both have malls for more shopping. “On weekends, people like to stay on their properties, have friends over and maybe have a bonfire,” Weig-Tamasy says. With just a handful of restaurants, locals enjoy heading to the Lonestar Inn for a bite to eat or a pint after a hard week of work.
About 30 miles east of Pittsburgh, Bell Township is a small rural town in Westmoreland County.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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John Marzullo
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Janet Ryan
Janet Ryan
CENTURY 21 AMERICAN HERITAGE
(724) 578-4778
104 Total Sales
1 in Bell Township
$268,000 Price
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Scott Ludwick
Scott Ludwick
Responds QuicklyBERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
(878) 309-6779
626 Total Sales
1 in Bell Township
$245,000 Price
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Elisa Isadore
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Elisa Isadore
Responds QuicklyHOUSEROCK REALTY, LLC
(878) 313-2151
19 Total Sales
1 in Bell Township
$245,000 Price
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Antoinette Pampena
Antoinette Pampena
Responds QuicklyREALTY ONE GROUP LANDMARK
(412) 912-4039
73 Total Sales
2 in Bell Township
$78K - $170K Price Range
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Christine Cahill
Christine Cahill
Responds QuicklyREALTY ONE GROUP LANDMARK
(412) 968-8786
94 Total Sales
1 in Bell Township
$625,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Northmoreland Park
Owens Grove Park
Padora Park
Murrysville Community Park
Elbert N. Kunkle Park
Vandergrift Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bell Township | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bell Township, Avonmore sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bell Township, Avonmore over the last 12 months is $272,888, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$271,000
Median Single Family Price
$305,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$282,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
131
Median Year Built
1984
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,385
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
178,813
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2711am - 1pm
$325,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,137 Sq Ft
- 3049 Bell Plan Dr
- New 6 days ago
WELCOME TO THE EASY LIFE IN THIS ALL BRICK, BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED, SPACIOUS RANCH HOME! 3 BEDS, 2 FULL BATHS, W/HUGE DOUBLE CAR GARAGE. ENTER THROUGH THE COVERED BRICK PORCH OR SIT & RELAX THERE W/ YOUR MORNING CUP OF JAVA WHILE LOOKING OUT ONTO YOUR FLAT 1/3 OF AN ACRE. LOCATED IN A VERY QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. THIS HOME HAS THE BEST OF 1 FLOOR LIVING, W/NEW KITCHEN, SOFT CLOSE CABINETS, NEW
Maria Pellis BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$365,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4416 State Route 819
- New 30 days ago
This spacious ranch home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality on 2 private acres. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a partially finished walkout basement, there’s room for everyone to spread out. Enjoy outdoor living with a large front deck, a covered back porch, and a charming gazebo. The oversized detached two-car garage and a two-story shed with a garage door on the lower
Steve Limani REALTY ONE GROUP GOLD STANDARD
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$39,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 216 Stewart St
Located in a quiet, well-established neighborhood, this fixer-upper offers an incredible opportunity for homebuyers, investors, or renovators looking to make their mark! With a brand-new roof already installed, this home is ready for the next owner to breathe new life into it and create the perfect living space.
John Oliver OLIVER REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES, LLC
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$7,000
- Land
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- 125 Kochka Dr
Nice, wooded level lot in Bell Twp. Water and Electric at street.
Daniel Obriot GUARDIAN REALTY SOLUTIONS, LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,795
Median Age
51
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,820
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,691
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
16.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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