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Elizabethtown, PA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown is a borough located in Central Pennsylvania. It is easily accessible thanks to the public roads and highways, as well as a renovated train station that allows…
Elizabethtown is a borough located in Central Pennsylvania. It is easily accessible thanks to the public roads and highways, as well as a renovated train station that allows residents to travel to and from cities like Harrisburg and Philadelphia. Residents of the borough also have a prime location with scenic mountains, plenty of access to nature, and multiple major cities nearby.
Climate & Geography
Pennsylvania’s humid continental climate means that residents can expect four distinct seasons during the year, with hot, humid summers and cold winters. Weather patterns in the region are influenced by Lake Erie, the Appalachian Mountains, and the Atlantic Ocean, which have an effect on the temperature and precipitation. Throughout the year there are approximately 42 inches of rainfall, 24 inches of snowfall, and 196 days of sunshine.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
The borough has a small-town atmosphere where residents can join their neighbors for annual events such as holiday parades and other local gatherings. Some of the top attractions in Elizabethtown include Conewago Recreation Trail, Masonic Village Farm Market, Moo Duck Brewery, Winter’s Heritage House Museum, Union Mill Acres, Miller’s Christmas Tree Farm, Michael Peluso Glass, and Knock Knock Boutique.
Nature lovers will enjoy the numerous small parks situated throughout Elizabethtown, and they can easily find opportunities for camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, and more at the state parks and trails nearby.
Residents are also within driving distance of major metropolitan areas including Pittsburgh, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Baltimore, providing opportunities for day trips or weekend getaways to enjoy everything these big cities have to offer.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Elizabethtown is lower than the state and national average.
Pennsylvania has a flat income tax rate of 3.07 percent with additional municipal income tax. All forms of retirement income are exempt for residents aged 60+, including Social Security benefits and pension plans. Qualifying homeowners and renters that are 65 and older may also be eligible for property tax rebates.
Health Care
Nationally ranked and high performing Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is located only eight miles outside of Elizabethtown in Hershey. This hospital has recognition for the high quality of care in specialties like cancer, cardiology, orthopedics, knee replacement, and lung cancer surgery to name a few. Other nearby hospitals include Penn State Hershey Rehabilitation Hospital, WellSpan Philhaven Hospital, UPMC Pinnacle Memorial, and Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Elizabethtown, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Elizabethtown has 102 homes, the largest has 209 homes, and the average communities consists of 155 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Elizabethtown. The most recent communities started in Elizabethtown include Klein Mills, Timber Villa. There is also 1 communities in Elizabethtown that offers new construction homes, including Klein Mills.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Elizabethtown.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Elizabethtown stay on the market for around 782 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $480,355, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Klein Mills average around $547,000, while homes in Timber Villa average around $413,710.
132 communities near Elizabethtown
356 homes near Elizabethtown
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,711 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,700 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,494 sq ft
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,794 sq ft
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,794 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,425 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,509 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,303 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,872 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,421 sq ft
|Condo
5 beds
|4 baths
|4,525 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,394 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,135 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,430 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|990 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,590 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,590 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,054 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,422 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,660 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,510 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,406 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,010 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Elizabethtown, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Elizabethtown has 102 homes, the largest has 209 homes, and the average communities consists of 155 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Elizabethtown. The most recent communities started in Elizabethtown include Klein Mills, Timber Villa. There is also 1 communities in Elizabethtown that offers new construction homes, including Klein Mills.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Elizabethtown.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Elizabethtown stay on the market for around 782 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $480,355, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Klein Mills average around $547,000, while homes in Timber Villa average around $413,710.
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