Rural Neighborhood in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania
Allegheny County 15065, 15084
$222,677Average Value$198Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Rural hills above Route 28
Hidden among forested ridges above Natrona Heights, Fawn Township is a resolutely rural collection of winding country roads, long-established local businesses and creek-strewn acreages and farms. “Fawn Township prides itself on agricultural character, which is dwindling through all of America as well as Western Pennsylvania,” says Jen Montgomery, owner of Blackberry Meadow Farms who has lived and worked in Fawn Township since 2007. “Our development mandates don’t really allow for that suburban sprawl feeling.” Separated from neighboring boroughs and the Allegheny River by Route 28, Fawn Township is much closer to the community life found in riverside steel towns than the busy city atmosphere of downtown Pittsburgh.
Aerial of Fawn Township facing North.
Welcome to Fawn Township, a beautiful spacious neighborhood.
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Single-family homes on generous lots
Short side streets and pockets of cleared lots along wooded roads house Fawn Township’s blend of single-family homes, many of which sit on over an acre of land. Simple vernacular homes built from the early 1900s through 1970s are common, including small bungalows and Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and split levels which sell for $50,000 to $275,000 depending on square footage, lot size and renovation needs. Scattered New Traditional or custom-built homes erected in the 1990s or later are rarer and typically boast higher square footage, selling for $330,000 to $655,000 depending on whether they sit on half an acre or hide away on upward of 20. Fawn Township has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10 compared to the national average of 4.
An American Foursquare with a covered porch, perfect for sunny days in Fawn Township.
In Fawn Township, your family will love the huge yard space to run around.
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Outdoor Life Lodge, Rachel Carson Trail
Membership at the Outdoor Life Lodge opens access to a private fishing pond, shooting range and a clubhouse where other outdoor enthusiasts chat over bar fare and drinks. While public green space is limited to a small playground outside Fawn Township’s municipal building, two destination parks sprawl a few miles to the east and west. Deer Lakes Park is known for its lily pad-covered fishing ponds, adventurous playground equipment and hilltop Wagman Observatory, and Harrison Hills Park-goers can take a walk to tree-framed overlooks of the Allegheny River. The Rachel Carson Trail rambles across 46 miles of Allegheny County from North Park to Harrison Hills Park, cutting through Fawn Township along wooded hills and power line-strung fields between parking lots on Ridge and Saxonburg roads.
Enjoy a hike or run at Rachel Carson Trail in Fawn Township.
You kids will love the splash pad in Deer Lakes Park near Fawn Township.
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Shopping and dining in Harrison
Beyond a few scattered service shops like J&J Power Equipment and specialty stores like J. P. Stark & Son Feed, commercial life within Fawn Township is sparse. “We have a community-based CSA program, so people sign up and come pick up produce, pork and poultry at the farm,” Montgomery says. “They can come check out the animals and see the vegetables growing in the fields while they’re here. We also run the Farmers Grill – we take our meats and produce and make hand foods like sandwiches and side salads to sell during pick-ups.” Regulars shoot pool and meet for Steelers games at Fawn Tavern, but for other locally famous eateries including Freedom Square Tavern and A&B Pizza or shopping at Walmart and Tractor Supply, locals head several miles east into Harrison. Dwindling retailers and thriving big box stores like Sam’s Club and Lowe’s are 7 miles away at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall.
Freedom Square Diner is the go to spot in Harrison.
Grab your morning pick me up at Harvest Moon Coffee & Chocolates.
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Highlands High's service program
Kids attend prekindergarten and kindergarten at Highlands Early Childhood Center which earns a C-plus from Niche, first through fourth grade at Highlands Elementary School which earns a C, fifth through eighth grade at Highlands Middle School which earns a C-plus and ninth through 12th grade at Highlands High School which earns a C-plus. High school students can broaden their horizons and build global connections by signing up for the American Field Service Exchange Program.
Highlands Elementary School servers first through fourth grade in Fawn Township.
Highlands Senior High School serves students in Fawn Township.
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Blackberry Meadows Farm, Flea-Tique
Blackberry Meadows Farm is a magnet for young farmers, weekly farmers markets and seasonal celebrations. “We do a program called Little Homesteaders, it’s like a summer camp for kids to learn about farming and do some crafts and free play. We’ll have a Mother’s Day dinner and expect maybe 50 people, it’s a more lowkey, intimate environment than festivities at places like Freedom Farms,” Montgomery says. The bright yellow sign heralding Tour Ed Mine is a familiar landmark, and on the third Sunday of each month from May through October, visitors and local history buffs head up the hill to peruse hundreds of vendor booths set up in a tree-shaded field at the Flea-Tique market. Religious services are held at Center United Methodist Church.
Visit Blackberry Meadows Farm to see their adorable farm life.
See what it was like to be a coal miner at Tour-Ed Mine & Museum in Fawn Township.
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Commuting on Route 28
Route 28 runs along Fawn Township’s eastern border, providing a 24-mile drive into downtown Pittsburgh. Butler commuters head toward Route 356 or Route 8 on their 20-mile drives. Allegheny Valley Hospital is much closer to home in Natrona Heights.
Flooding along Bull Creek
Homes and roadways along Bull Creek, including Bull Creek Road, are prone to flooding during heavy rain. The township’s hilly topography also lends itself to occasional landslides which lead to roads needing shoulder work and reconstruction.
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Parks in this Area
Brackenridge Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Boating
Fishing
Tarentum Riverview Memorial Park
Deer Lakes Park
Disc Golf
Fishing
Picnic Area
Harrison Hills Park
Alsco Community Park
Market Street Park
Rachel Carson Trail
Bike Trails
Hiking
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
59 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fawn Township
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
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 Fawn Township, Natrona Heights sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fawn Township, Natrona Heights over the last 12 months is $285,709, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
451 Swager Lane in Fawn Twp offers the perfect location for a private country setting! This cedar front home is nestled on a quiet lane with a generous 2-acre lot, providing plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment. Outside, the back deck and hot tub provide a serene retreat! You'll also experience your very own vibrant orchard! Picture yourself enjoying fresh fruit right from your own backyard,
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,991
Median Age
53
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,043
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,392
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.8%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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