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Quiet country living in St. Clair
Characterized by winding county roads, rolling farmland and good old Pennsylvania woods, St. Clair Township offers remote rural living, perfect for outdoorsy folks or anyone who can appreciate uninterrupted peace and quiet. “A lot of privacy and elbow room out there,” says local Realtor Ron Davies, the president and broker of Davies Real Estate. Davies grew up in Johnstown, the city next door, and lives in Ligonier, a borough south of St. Clair. “It’s mostly residential, but there’s a lot of agriculture, too. Some homes on a little over an acre of land are grouped together along Route 711. I would say the majority of houses here are on more than three acres, so people aren’t necessarily waving to their neighbors every morning. That kind of quiet, you know?”
Farmhouse flair on hilly streets
Ranch-style homes and cozy bungalows dominate the architectural profile of this township. And, thanks to its hilly terrain, split-level and raised ranch-style residences are also common. These no-frills builds typically utilize Minimal Traditional architecture's simplistic designs, giving many properties a farmhouse feel. There are actually some farmhouses in St. Clair that were built before 1900, but original construction dates vary across the township. Many homes date back to the early 20th century, others are midcentury and some came to the neighborhood in the ‘80s. “In terms of acreage price per unit, St. Clair Township is more affordable than, say, Ligonier or Cook Township,” Davies says. List prices in St. Clair range between $130,000 and $215,000. The median list price of $152,000 is about the cost of a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single-story home. And, as Davies said, most properties sit on a little more than an acre of land.
Sidewalks line the streets in St Clair Township, giving ample room for walking.
This beautiful contemporary home stands in the quiet town of New Florence in St Clair Township.
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State Game Lands 42
There aren’t any public parks in St. Clair Township, but there is plenty of game land for hunting, hiking and fishing. “The game’s primarily deer, probably some pheasant,” Davies says. “Grouse is hard to find these days.” State Game Lands 42 sprawls along the township’s northeast, south of the scenic Conemaugh River, which forms the border between Westmoreland County and Indiana County. “From what I understand, they’ve cleaned up that river tremendously,” Davie says. “When I was growing up, 50-something years ago, no one would touch it with a 10-foot pole. It was orange from the steel mill. That’s since closed. Now, people kayak and canoe down it.” Folks can also head to Laurel Ridge State Park, where they can embark on the 70-mile-long Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.
St Clair Township includes pockets of public game lands for hunting and recreation.
A group of hunters prepare for a day on the range in St Clair Township.
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Township staple: Bigginz
Ideal Market in Seward is the closest grocery store, about 6 miles from St. Clair. As for local flavor, Bigginz is on the west side of the township, offering an expansive menu of classic American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Residents can rely on this local eatery year-round for everything from hot cakes and eggs to Philly cheesesteaks and fried chicken buckets. Their ice cream is popular, too.
The Ideal Market in Saint Clair Township is a family owned supermarket frequented by locals.
Dollar General is the go to spot for groceries for residents of Saint Clair Township.
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Ligonier Valley School District
“St. Clair benefits from being in Ligonier’s school district, which is a good system,” Davies says. As luck would have it, Laurel Valley Elementary is right in the township, making for convenient bus rides and drop-offs. This school is rated with a C-plus on Niche, as is Ligonier Valley Middle, which is about 17 miles from the heart of the township. Ligonier Valley High is just north of Ligonier. This high school has a B-plus rating on Niche and is home to a senior internship program, allowing 12th graders to intern at local businesses that correspond with their career-based interests. It's an excellent opportunity for students to get a shoe in the door or simply find out what suits them and even what doesn't.
Ligonier Valley Middle School sits on the hilltop above the beautiful Ligonier Borough.
Ligonier Valley High School is dedicated to guiding students to a bright future.
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PA State Route 711
Like most rural areas, this is a car-dependent community. “The majority of people commute outside of a 10-mile radius for work,” Davies says. “There’s really no major employment in St. Clair Township or even around Ligonier for that matter.” Pennsylvania State Route 711 is St. Clair’s main thoroughfare, connecting residents to Route 30 due south and Route 22 via PA State Route 56 due north.
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Parks in this Area
Westmont Rec-Ridge
Stackhouse Park
St Rochus Picnic Grounds
Diamond Boulevard playground
Buttermilk Falls Natural Area
Transit
Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional
51 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Saint Clair Township
US
Homicide
3
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
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Clair Township, Lower Yoder sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Saint Clair Township, Lower Yoder over the last 12 months is $159,140, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Check out this 1 acre level parcel of ground in St Clair Twp in Ligonier Valley School District! Perfect for your new home or a place to camp! Many possibilities for this 1 acre. Well would need to be drilled, electric available along the road with West Penn Power and public sewage is available. Buyer responsible for utilities. They aren't making any more land so don't pass this one by!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
680
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,278
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,476
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
15.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
% Population in Labor Force
54.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
6/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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