$232,230Average Value$127Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Remote living in the Allegheny Mountains
Winding mountain roads, dense forest and only the occasional sign of life define the remote township of Plunketts Creek, Pennsylvania. Residents can take advantage of amenities 20 miles away in Williamsport, the region's largest city, and retreat to their mountain homes at the end of the day. "I used to work in Williamsport. After work, you're stressed out, and you come up here, and it all goes away," says Sharon Thomas, resident of Plunketts Creek for 11 years. "It's beautiful up here. It's just a nice community. Everybody knows everybody."
Fracking at natural gas wells occurs in parts of the Plunketts Creek neighborhood.
In the Plunketts Creek neighborhood there are some clusters of homes off Rt 87.
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Thousands of acres of mountainous terrain to explore
Thomas says many residents go fishing or swimming in Loyalsock Creek, and hunting deer and bear are also common pastimes. State Game Lands 134 spans 8,375 acres in the township for hikers and licensed hunters to explore. "You see some kind of animal every day," Thomas says. "There are turkeys in the yard right now, and I got up yesterday and looked out the window and saw a bear. I saw two up in the yard the other night, but that's unusual." Hikers can also check out Painter Run Trail, Little Bear Creek and Loyalsock Trailhead walking in solitude in the woods along bubbling streams. Crystal Lake Ski and Outdoor Center is a resort in Plunketts Creek that offers skiing, horseback riding and boating, among other activities.
Residents of Plunketts Creek neighborhood find their favorite spot at Loyalsock Creek.
Loyalsock Trailhead in the Plunkeets Creek neighborhood is a favorite for hikers.
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Isolated homes among the mountains and woods
Homes don't come up for sale in Plunketts Creek very frequently. Most houses sit on large lots along Pennsylvania Route 87, isolated from other homes and not visible from the street. The small village of Proctor in Plunketts Creek is slightly denser; homes are within view of one another, although still on multiple acres. Ranches and traditional homes are the most common styles and usually sell for between $175,000 and $350,000. Manufactured homes cost between $40,000 and $150,000. Some residents live full-time at Creekside Manor Campgrounds in their RVs, though Thomas says most people leave during the winter months. "It's a piece of heaven out here," she says. But in the winter, "We can get a foot of snow."
Some mobile homes in the Plunketts Creek neighborhood have large decks.
In the Plunketts Creek neighborhood ranch style homes are popular.
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Residents drive miles for groceries or eating out
Plunketts Creek has a volunteer fire department, a township office and Loyalsock Baptist Church, but no restaurants or grocery stores. The Walmart and Weis Markets in Montoursville are about 15 miles south of Plunketts Creek. "Most people only make a trip once a week, or they stock up and only go once a month," Thomas says. Montoursville also has restaurants. Dolly's Diner serves stacks of pancakes and omelets for breakfast and comfort food like pot pie for dinner.
Walmart is a short drive from the Plunketts Creek neighborhood to do some shopping.
Plunketts Creek Volunteer Fire Company serves the Plunketts Creek neighborhood.
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Kids attend Montoursville Area schools
Students in Plunketts Creek typically attend Loyalsock Valley Elementary School, which earns a B grade from Niche. However, Montoursville Area School District is considering closing the school and consolidating it with Lyter Elementary School due to low enrollment and aging infrastructure. As of fall 2024, no decision has been made. Students continue to B-plus-rated C.E. McCall Middle School and B-rated Montoursville Area Senior High School. Montoursville Area Senior High School has career and technical paths for students that include criminal justice, automotive technology, computer systems technology and culinary arts.
Montoursville Area Senior High School aims to support children in achieving a successful future.
The student-teacher ratio at Loyalsock Valley Elementary in Montoursville, PA, is 12 to 1.
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Family-friendly events with Plunketts Creek Township Recreation
Although Plunketts Creek is rural, Plunketts Creek Township Recreation organizes seasonal events such as summer block parties, Easter egg hunts, breakfasts with Santa in December and trunk or treating in October. Locals gather for these events at the Plunketts Creek Township Municipal Building on Dunwoody Road.
Crystal Lake Ski & Outdoor Center near to Plunketts Creek has year round activities.
For shopping near Plunketts Creek try Lycoming Crossing Shopping Center.
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Driving to Williamsport and fracking in Plunketts Creek
Plunketts Creek is car-dependent and about a 25-minute drive from Williamsport. Drivers can get there on Pennsylvania Route 87, which runs through the township. UPMC Muncy and UPMC Williamsport hospitals are both about 20 miles away, and Williamsport Regional Airport, 16 miles south, has commercial flights to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Plunketts Creek has several active natural gas wells near the township's southern edge. Although there are few houses around these fracking sites, water trucks driving back and forth to the wells can cause some traffic. Plus, studies have shown the fracking industry can contaminate drinking water and contribute to air pollution.
Residents from Plunketts Creek use Rt 87 to get to Williamsport about 20 miles southwest.
Fracking at natural gas wells occurs in parts of the Plunketts Creek neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Plunketts Creek
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 Plunketts Creek, PA sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Plunketts Creek, PA over the last 12 months is $255,113, down 41% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
650
Median Age
54
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,183
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,594
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
19.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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