Wright, PA Townhome for Sale

Wright Township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, spans just over 13 square miles and sits about 10 miles south of Wilkes-Barre, with a population of more than 5,500 and more homes under construction across several subdivisions. Residential areas lie west of state Route 309, where gently sloping streets, grassy lawns, and mature trees surround ranch-style, split-level, and colonial-style New Traditional homes, including some lots over an acre and ongoing new builds. The northeast section is home to Crestwood Industrial Park, which covers more than 1,000 acres and employs over 3,000 people, while the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station about 20 miles away supports a growing flow of construction and tech workers who often stay in rentals and short-term housing. Wright Township Recreation Park features about 35 acres of athletic fields, courts, a splash pad, playground, dog park, and a paved walking loop, and the community also has access to the Black Diamond trailhead of the D&L Trail, a roughly 9-mile route to White Haven with wooded and water views. Wright borders the 3,550-acre Nescopeck State Park, which features fishing in Nescopeck Creek and additional hiking routes. Along Route 309, residents find everyday features like Weis Markets for groceries and casual spots such as La Napoli, Abe’s Hot Dogs, and Malacari’s Ice Cream. Interstate 81, Interstate 80, Route 309, and Route 437 connect Wright to Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport about 20 miles away, and the Mountain Top campus of Wilkes-Barre General Hospital within the township.