Seward, PA Homes for Sale

Seward, a small borough in Westmoreland County, is situated along the Conemaugh River and the foothills of Laurel Mountain. This quiet community has walkable blocks of early 20th-century homes and houses built closer to the midcentury. The area is known for its scenic beauty, with Laurel Ridge State Park's 70-mile Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail ending in Seward, offering extensive forested trails. Hunters can explore state game lands nearby. The Conemaugh River provides opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, with a boat launch maintained by the Conemaugh Valley Conservancy. Seward hosts various community events, including weekly bingo nights and seasonal activities at the Seward Volunteer Fire Company, fostering a close-knit atmosphere. Small businesses pop up along state routes 56 and 711, such as Stiles Koolit Korner and Stiles Market & Pro Hardware. For more extensive shopping and dining options, Johnstown is just 15 minutes away. Commuters can access limited Westmoreland Transit bus service to travel 10 miles to Johnstown or 35 miles to Greensburg. Commuters also drive about 20 miles to Indiana, 30 miles to Latrobe or 60 miles to Pittsburgh.