On the outskirts of Kingston, Edwardsville is a suburban borough across the Susquehanna River from the city of Wilkes-Barre. “Home prices here are a lot cheaper than in New York City and New Jersey, and our taxes are also cheaper,” says Casey Johnston, a Realtor with RPA Real Estate. “We’ve seen an enormous amount of people coming in from neighboring cities,” Johnston says. The uptick in new people moving in, following several decades of population decline, has driven the average home price in the area up, a trend that could continue as new businesses come. “We’ve also had some new warehouses come to the area for companies such as Amazon, Adidas and True Value. So, there’s a lot of those jobs available,” Johnston says.
Edwardsville
Suburban Neighborhood in Pennsylvania
Luzerne County 18704
Neighborhood Reviews
Densely packed
Edwardsville’s residents live in housing tracts with Colonial-style, single-family homes and duplexes from the early 1900s and midcentury period. The large homes sit side by side with other large homes on lots barely large enough to accommodate them. Blocks are densely populated with the pattern of large homes on not-so-large lots block after block. The median price for a single-family home is about $105,000.
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Driving is most popular
For the most part, people here drive to get places. Although, Luzerne County Transportation Authority (LCTA) operates buses with limited service for Edwardsville. Travel time to nearby Wilkes-Barre or Kingston tend toward the shorter side, generally 5 to 15 minutes. The main roads and highways are State Route 309, Route 315 and the Cross Valley Expressway.
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You pick the pizza, you pick the pub
The residential area is next to a large shopping center with a Market 32 grocery store, Lowe’s, Petco and other national retailers and fast-food franchises. A few local businesses are also located in the mini-mall shopping centers, but the borough’s Main Street corridor and Wyoming Avenue in neighboring Kingston provide a more local experience with pizzerias, hoagie shops and neighborhood pubs. Upscale restaurants and other businesses are also nearby in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Less than a mile from Edwardsville, people often wait in line to get a seat at Sweet Treet, a beloved cash-only breakfast and lunch counter on Wyoming Avenue. Tucked in the corner of United Penn Plaza across the street, Bistro on the Avenue offers an upscale dining experience with refreshing cocktails and entrees.
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Chomping at the Nesbitt
Visitors can spend hours relaxing by the river at Nesbitt Park, where they can jog or launch a boat. Anyone up for a challenge can try hitting an Eagle or Boogie with a frisbee at the park’s disc golf course. The park’s trails connect to Kirby Park, a public green space with a pond and sports facilities. Kirby is one of the area’s premier gathering places, as locals regularly gather for festivals celebrating holidays and everything that makes the community great.
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Wyoming Valley West District
Students here attend State Street Larkesville Elementary, which Niche rates C, Solomon/Plains Junior High School, which Niche rates C-minus and Wyoming Valley West Senior High School, which Niche rates B. The schools are in Wyoming Valley West School District, which Niche rates B-minus.
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The Freidman keeps kids fit
Kids in the borough are involved in youth sports through various organizations, including the Freidman Jewish Community Center. The Freidman Center invites people of all faiths and backgrounds to visit its fitness center, which includes facilities for multiple sports. The center also manages adult offers adult exercise programs and summer day camps.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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James Crossin
James Crossin
Crossin Real Estate
(570) 908-4249
81 Total Sales
6 in Edwardsville
$18K - $240K Price Range
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Jackeline Maldonado Suarez
JM
Jackeline Maldonado Suarez
Responds QuicklyeXp NEPA
(272) 335-5848
4 Total Sales
1 in Edwardsville
$186,500 Price
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Brenda Suder
BS
Brenda Suder
Responds QuicklyButton Real Estate
(570) 525-5674
148 Total Sales
1 in Edwardsville
$40,000 Price
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Donald Ide
Donald Ide
Responds QuicklyAbstract Realty Group LLC
(570) 761-6081
202 Total Sales
1 in Edwardsville
$80,000 Price
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David Fritz
David Fritz
Responds QuicklyLewith & Freeman, Shavertown
(570) 300-7078
84 Total Sales
2 in Edwardsville
$155K - $210K Price Range
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Gerald Busch
Gerald Busch
Responds QuicklyGerald L. Busch Real Estate, Inc.
(570) 410-9902
125 Total Sales
3 in Edwardsville
$41K - $110K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kirby Park
Nesbitt Park Boat Launch
River Common
Laflin Creekside Playground
Courtdale Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Korn Street Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/13/2018
Niche Review
I enjoy the environment and community I live it. Everyone is friendly and we all get along great. We look out for each other and make sure that our children are safe.
6/22/2014
Niche Review
Mohegan Sun Arena,hockey team, concerts, Mohegan Sun Casino,gambling, Montage Mountain, concerts, waterpark, skiing, Summertime church bazaars and festivals, Plymouth Kielbassi festival, Pittston tomato festival,
6/16/2018
Niche Review
This town has potential. There is cheap housing, and is close to shopping and downtown area in Wilkes-barre, Pa. There are things to do in surrounding areas like the kielbasa festival.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Edwardsville | US |
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| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edwardsville, PA sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Edwardsville, PA over the last 12 months is $153,902, up 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$142,500
Median Single Family Price
$145,000
Median Townhouse Price
$289,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$232,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$98
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Months of Supply
3.80
Median List Price
$150,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
359
Median Year Built
1986
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,825
Below the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,161
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,534 - $3,609 per month
- Gateway Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 880+ Sq Ft
- 200 Gateway Dr
- Kingston, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,918
Median Age
38
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,116
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,486
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kingston
A walkable suburban neighborhood with plenty of shops and charm
Larksville
A quiet residential area right outside of Kingston
Pringle-Courtdale
A scenic riverbank community in Luzerne County
Luzerne
A historic borough next to Toby Creek
Wilkes-Barre
A small town along the river with an active downtown and events calendar
Forty Fort
Cozy and quiet suburbs at the site of a former colonial fort along the Susquehanna
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