With encompassing greenery and abundant lakes and creeks meandering through, South Abington is a tranquil township found in Lackawanna County. Today, the area has become a desirable suburb with top-tier schools, accessible recreation and natural outings with a vibrant city life close by. “South Abington is a major subdivision of Scranton; this is where people go for country living yet are still close to the city,” says Alexander Schwartz, a local agent and an expert of the area at RE/MAX Realty Select. “The houses are big and the area schools make for another main reason that people choose to move here.”
South Abington
Neighborhood in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna County 18411
Stately homes in South Abington Township
South Abington’s suburban homes are spaciously spread out, with sizable green lawns and trees linking properties along the streets. Residences are commonly built in Colonial Revival, Cape Cod or ranch-style architecture. A single-family home with three or four bedrooms can be listed between $350,000 and $550,000. Townhouses with three bedrooms are priced at around $300,000, and older homes with two bedrooms are listed for close to $200,000.
Abington Heights has top-ranking schools
“Abington Heights is one of the best school districts in the whole state, and people are willing to pay premiums to move here for the schools,” Schwartz says. Young students can attend Waverly School, which has an A Niche score. Other area schools include South Abington Elementary School, Abington Heights Middle School and Abington Heights High, all of which have an overall A-minus Niche rating. The Dual Enrollment program at Abington Heights High School offers students the opportunity to earn associate degrees and study college-level courses as well as certificates with transferable college credits. Colleges located within 10 miles of the township include Clarks Summit University, Lackawanna College, Johnson College, Marywood University and Keystone College.
Recreation outings close to township
South Abington Park has an athletic field for softball, lacrosse and youth soccer, basketball courts and a play area. The walking trail is decorated during the holidays for festive walks, and the Splash Park is open in summertime for children 12 and under. Hillside Community Park offers a summer concert series on Wednesday nights. Kids can play soccer or softball at the Stroney Field, and the Abington Community Dog Park is onsite for playtime with pet companions. People can also go fishing by the park’s lake or at Griffith Reservoir and Summit Lake. Nearby in Clarks Summit, golfers can enjoy the 27-hole tournament golf course at The Country Club of Scranton, which is rated by Golf Magazine as the 7th best golf course in Pennsylvania. About 8 miles to the north, the 1,411-acre Lackawanna State Park is a destination for hunting, kayaking and canoeing. The Trolley Trail is now open from Clarks Summit to Dalton for people to hike or bike and enjoy the scenic views.
Restaurants on State Street
On Saturdays, from July until October, the farmers market takes place at South Abington Elementary for residents to buy locally grown produce. Abington Shopping Center is home to the neighborhood grocery store Caravia Fresh Foods, and the closest Target is about 5 miles away in Dickson City. One can also find many local restaurants on State Street; the family-owned farm-to-table eatery, Alter House Restaurant & Bar, offers New American dishes such as wood fire grilled domestic lamb chops and seared duck breast from local farms. The Viewmont Mall in Scranton, which is 3 miles south of the township, includes retailers such as Macy’s, Pandora and Old Navy.
Annual celebrations in Lackawanna County
Each year, the Abington Community Library organizes the fall book sale for community members. The library also hosts fun events such as Sugar Rush Soiree, a workshop on creating edible art for middle schoolers, arts and crafts workshops and movie marathons. Chinchilla Hose Company hosts the Easter Egg Hunt in April at South Abington Park and organizes the Annual Chicken Bar-B-Que in May. Scranton’s downtown also has annual festivals including The Santa Parade, Lackawanna Winter Market and the Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade. These county-wide celebrations draw residents and spectators alike for live music, entertainment, food and drinks by local vendors and boutique shops.
Access to Scranton and beyond
The Clarks Summit State Hospital is the nearest medical center for health emergencies or treatments, and the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is located 15 miles to the south for flights. Scranton, the nearest metropolis, is about 5 miles away via U.S. Route 11. Interstate 476 lets commuters travel to Philadelphia, while Interstate 81 provides an easy drive into Northern New York.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Xander Weidenbaum
Xander Weidenbaum
Redstone Run Realty, LLC
(272) 888-0327
488 Total Sales
1 in South Abington
$163,500 Price
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Charisse Messina
Charisse Messina
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Preferred Properties
(272) 770-2912
109 Total Sales
1 in South Abington
$160,000 Price
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Felipe Rosero Salazar
Felipe Rosero Salazar
Responds QuicklyChristian Saunders Real Estate
(272) 770-3331
38 Total Sales
1 in South Abington
$260,000 Price
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Michael Clark
Michael Clark
Cobblestone Real Estate LLC
(272) 770-2939
44 Total Sales
1 in South Abington
$611,100 Price
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Julie Mccormick
Julie Mccormick
Responds QuicklyChristian Saunders Real Estate
(856) 746-4854
38 Total Sales
1 in South Abington
$1,275,000 Price
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Adam Davis
Adam Davis
Responds QuicklyCLASSIC PROPERTIES
(570) 774-4682
161 Total Sales
13 in South Abington
$185K - $1.1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lackawanna State Park
Mayor Donald L. Eilenberger Memorial Park
South Abington Township Community Park
Scott Township Municipal Park
Abington Area Dog Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Abington | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Abington, South Abington Township sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Abington, South Abington Township over the last 12 months is $434,089, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$357,000
Median Single Family Price
$396,750
Median Townhouse Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$168
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
113
Months of Supply
1.40
Median List Price
$387,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,595
Median Year Built
2002
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,044
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,110
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,738
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,958
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 2611am - 1pm
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Saturday, Apr 261 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,325 - $1,985 per month
- Applewood Acres
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 687+ Sq Ft
- 405 Applewood Acres
- Clarks Summit, PA
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$1,400 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 734 Sq Ft
- 105 Willowbrook Rd
- Unit 2nd Floor
- South Abington Township, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,974
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,979
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,915
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
60.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Clarks Summit
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Clarks Green
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Chinchilla
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Dickson City
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