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Suburban living in Westmoreland County
Situated on the western edge of Westmoreland County just outside the Pittsburgh city limits, Penn Township offers a quiet suburb with rolling terrain, a place where nature provides the bucolic backdrop for a wide variety of homes, high-quality schools, and surprisingly close dining and grocery amenities. “It’s really got a country feel but it’s only 40 minutes to downtown Pittsburgh,” says local Realtor Danette Westervelt of RE/MAX Heritage. The township is part of the award-winning Penn-Trafford School District, which Niche ranks as the second-best school district in Westmoreland County.
Residential subdivisions, new construction and townhouse communities
Penn Township features a mix of established neighborhoods and new construction communities. Split-level, Cape Cod and ranch-style homes date to the mid-1900s and sit side-by-side on quiet residential streets. Prices for older single-family homes typically range from $175,000 to $450,000, and custom builds with larger lots can sell for $375,000 to $750,000. Lot sizes generally increase around the outskirts of town, with some properties sitting on up to several acres of land. Those looking for more recent construction will find New Traditional homes built around the early 2020s selling for $500,000 to $775,000. There are also several townhouse developments in Penn Township, and traditional two-story townhouses typically sell for $300,000 to $415,000. The township’s overall CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score and significantly lower than the national average of 4.
Dual enrollment program at Penn-Trafford High School
The Penn-Trafford School District earns an overall grade of A from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Students can attend the A-rated McCullough Elementary School and Penn Middle School before moving on to Penn-Trafford High School, which scores an A-minus. The high school’s dual enrollment program allows teens to earn college credit from local colleges and universities like Westmoreland County Community College, LaRoche University and Seton Hill University. It also boasts several award-winning athletic programs, including its field hockey team, which won eight consecutive Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League Class 2A championships from 2016 through 2023.
Municipal Park Complex, Bushy Run Battlefield and nearby golf courses
The Penn Township Municipal Park Complex serves as a recreation hub in the center of town. It features various athletic facilities, walking paths, a playground and a small fishing pond stocked with trout. Next to the park is the Penn Area Library, which offers educational and recreational programs for all ages. The township is also home to Bushy Run Battlefield, which stands out as the country’s only historic site and museum entirely dedicated to Pontiac’s War. The battlefield was the site of a major British victory over several Native American tribes in 1763, marking a critical turning point in the war. Visitors can learn more about the war through the museum and visitor’s center, guided battlefield tours and events like the seasonal Bushy Run Market. Golfers can play a round at the Irwin Country Club and Manor Valley Golf Course, both of which offer public 18-hole courses. At the private Westmoreland Country Club, members have access to an 18-hole golf course, an outdoor pool and a racquet sports complex.
Local restaurants, Penn Crossing shopping center and Westmoreland Mall
With restaurants scattered throughout town, Penn Township hosts a variety of flavors. Olives and Peppers is known for its traditional Italian dishes, while SchoolHouse Tavern offers a local gastropub with American classics, live music and an outdoor patio. Sweet Buzz Bean & Bistro is a go-to spot for coffee, and The Nest Restaurant serves up fresh seafood over white tablecloths. For errands, the Penn Crossing shopping center features spots like Giant Eagle Supermarket and Eastwood Hardware. Residents are also less than 15 miles from the Westmoreland Mall, which has more than 170 different shops and restaurants. As the largest shopping destination between Pittsburgh and Lancaster, it’s also home to Live! Casino Pittsburgh.
Access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pittsburgh commutes
With no public transportation and several major thoroughfares passing through the community, Penn Township is largely car-dependent. Residents have access to Interstate 76, which winds through the western half of town and is also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The turnpike connects with U.S. Route 22 and Interstate 376, which leads about 23 miles west into Pittsburgh. Arnold Palmer Regional Airport is 21 miles away, and Spirit Airlines offers direct flights to two destinations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Orlando, Florida. For trips to other destinations, Pittsburgh International Airport is around 40 miles from Penn Township. Forbes Hospital is less than 10 miles northwest and boasts the only Level II Trauma Center in the eastern suburbs of the Pittsburgh Metro Area.
Chili cook-off and carnival rides at the Penn Township Fall Festival
The township hosts various events at the Municipal Park Complex. Each September, the Penn Township Fall Festival celebrates the beginning of autumn with live music, a car cruise and a chili cook-off. There are also carnival rides, food vendors and family-friendly activities at the festival. On Friday nights from May through August, the township’s food truck and music series brings residents together for local flavors and tunes.
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Parks in this Area
Penn Boro Park
Oak Hollow Park
Altman Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Penn Township Municipal Park
Bushy Run Park
B-Y Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional
35 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Penn Township
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
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 Penn Township, North Huntingdon sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Penn Township, North Huntingdon over the last 12 months is $361,583, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perfect starter home or investment property, Great location with tons of opportunity!! This home boasts the one level living and simplicity, newer furnace, hot water tank and LVP flooring. Off street parking. Minutes from soccer fields and schools!
Amazing 4-bedroom 2.5 bath home in the heart of Level Green. Family room with gorgeous flooring, beamed ceiling, and built-in bar and bookshelf. Formal living and dining rooms with hard wood floors. Recently renovated kitchen, with new flooring, fridge, dishwasher, a custom-built breakfast counter and all new countertops. Spacious master bedroom with walk in closet and updated en suite. Main bath
Welcome home to 17 Barri Drive, a beautifully maintained home located in the Penn-Trafford School District. This property features a convenient 2-car integral garage and updates that enhance both functionality and aesthetics. The paved driveway leads to a welcoming entrance, while newer concrete walks guide you through well-maintained grounds adorned with ornamental landscaping and manicured
BRAND NEW quality custom remodel, from the foundation up, nestled on a 1.5 usable acre lot, Penn Township location, and a super convenient access to Rt. 22 and Greensburg. This STUNNING renovation features an amazing open floor plan, custom white kitchen w/BEAUTIFUL granite counters, 6 ft island, stainless appliances, built in pantry, GREAT sized bedrooms, AWESOME covered front and rear trex
Experience luxury living in this 4-year-young Rosecliff Townhome by Ryan Homes, in the community of Blackthorne Estates within the Penn-Trafford school district. This residence combines low-maintenance living with high-end finishes, perfect for entertaining. The living room features a custom stone gas fireplace, while the gourmet kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line SS appliances, gleaming
Welcome to 3020 Hyland Road — a charming Colonial nestled in the heart of Penn Township! This beautifully maintained home features 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious finished lower level perfect for additional living or entertaining space. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, a bright living room & a formal dining room ideal for hosting gatherings. The large kitchen
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,021
Median Age
49
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,706
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,926
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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