Kate Mardis
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster
(717) 208-8974
70 Total Sales
1 in Witmer
$280,000 Price
Witmer
Suburban Neighborhood in Pennsylvania
Lancaster County 17505, 17601, 17602
$403,065
Average Value
$186
Average Price per Sq Ft
Imagine waking up to the sound of roosters crowing and the cows mooing. It’s a way of life in Witmer, an Amish Country town full of farmland, which surrounds small pockets of residential neighborhoods in East Lampeter Township.
“Witmer is very serene and out in the country,” says Jack Hess, Realtor with Kingsway Realty, “It’s a very quaint and quiet part of Lancaster County.”
Various single-family homes make up Witmer’s neighborhoods, many of which border farms, offering stunning backyard views of open crop fields. Others are in leafier suburban-like settings with plentiful trees. Most homes were built in the mid-to-late 1900s, with colonial, split-level and ranch-style houses among the most common. Prices typically range from around $350,000 to $400,000. However, you’ll come across some 19th-century homes around $250,000.
As part of the Amish Country, don’t be surprised to come across a few horse and buggies as you make your way around town. You’ll also find several farmer’s markets like Amos Miller Organic Farm, where you can get fresh produce, including raw cow and camel’s milk, grass-fed meats, farm-grown vegetables and more. It’s always fun to watch the camels grazing the fields too. You’ll also find local shops with handmade products, like Lapp’s Toys, which has been making quality wooden toys and children’s furniture since the 1970s.
As you head west, closer to Lancaster, you’ll discover the busier part of the township, full of business parks and a shopping center, which features a Lowe’s and Costco, where you can shop for groceries and household products. You’ll find about a dozen restaurants around town, offering different dining experiences. The Shoppes at Greenfield has several restaurants, including Isaac’s Craft Kitchen & Bar, famous for its craft sandwiches. You can also enjoy fine dining at The Greenfield Restaurant while treated to live jazz music on the piano. Across the street from Costco, you’ll want to check out Chellas Arepa Kitchen, a South American food stand with all outdoor seating, voted the 11th best place to eat by Yelp in 2023. Mr. Sticky’s has the same outdoor dining layout, serving up delicious sweets like its famous cinnamon buns.
For some outdoor fun or relaxation, head to Greenfield Park and check out the many sculptures as you walk around the flowery duck pond. You can also walk across the bridge to lounge in the gazebo right in the middle of the pond. If you prefer getting in the water, bring a kayak or canoe to Perelman Park and float down the Conestoga River. And if you’re looking for some indoor fun, jump around at Sky Zone Trampoline Park, a popular spot for kids.
Students in Witmer are split between Smoketown and Fritz Elementary Schools, which feed into Gerald G. Huesken Middle School, all of which have a B to B+ rating on Niche. High schoolers go to Conestoga Valley High School, which has an A- rating and is ranked the fifth-best high school of 17 in the Lancaster area.
With Downtown Lancaster just six miles away, you can enjoy being close to the city while amongst the Amish Country farmland.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kate Mardis
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Jerry Lehman
Jerry Lehman
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(223) 216-2164
84 Total Sales
1 in Witmer
$238,000 Price
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Mike Julian
Mike Julian
Responds QuicklyRealty ONE Group Unlimited
(717) 415-5203
148 Total Sales
2 in Witmer
$245K - $281K Price Range
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Wendell Huyard
Wendell Huyard
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(223) 217-4547
228 Total Sales
2 in Witmer
$240K - $405K Price Range
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Mark Will
Mark Will
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(223) 216-5022
466 Total Sales
1 in Witmer
$263,500 Price
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Virginia Volpone
Virginia Volpone
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(717) 987-7637
158 Total Sales
3 in Witmer
$135K - $278K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Conestoga Pines Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Trails
6th Ward Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
East Lampeter Township Community Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Perelman Park
Lafayette Tower Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Greenfield Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Witmer | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Witmer, PA sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Witmer, PA over the last 12 months is $413,750, up 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$355,500
Median Single Family Price
$355,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$355,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
484
Median Year Built
1963
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,799
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,521
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 271 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,270 - $3,680 per month
- Greenfield Estates
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 662+ Sq Ft
- 799 Patriot Dr
- Lancaster, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,078
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,411
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,615
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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