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Living in Ephrata

Ephrata is a quaint, affordable town located in Eastern Pennsylvania. Ephrata’s small town charm comes from nearby natural areas, local breweries, and a year-round farmers…

Ephrata is a quaint, affordable town located in Eastern Pennsylvania. Ephrata’s small town charm comes from nearby natural areas, local breweries, and a year-round farmers market. Active adults who seek more extensive shopping and entertainment options can take a trip to Lancaster, located just half an hour away.

Climate & Geography

The climate in Ephrata is humid continental, with warm summers and cold winters. The area experiences all four seasons, and receives slightly more rainfall than the national average.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

Residents can find a quiet place to take a stroll in Ephrata at Ephrata Linear Park. Located on a former railroad bed, the park features a trail that extends through the city. Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, located nearby, offers more extensive hiking trails in an expansive outdoor area.

The Green Dragon Farmers Market, open year round every Friday, is a popular place for locals to get their shopping done. The market offers fresh produce, meats and cheeses, and even clothing. The city also features plenty of antique shops where residents can find a variety of treasures. Active adults looking to unwind can visit one of Ephrata’s many breweries for a drink, or enjoy a meal among friends at a local restaurant.

Those interested in exploring a larger city can visit Lancaster, located roughly half an hour away from Ephrata.

Cost of Living & Taxes

The overall cost of living in Ephrata is below the national average. This is mainly due to the lower cost of housing in Ephrata, although transportation costs are also below the national average.

The state of Pennsylvania does not tax Social Security, but property taxes are higher than the national average.

Health Care

The Lancaster Area scores extremely high on Gallup’s Well-Being Index, ranking in the top 8 communities in the United States.

Ephrata residents will find that there are several hospitals nearby. WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital is located within Ephrata, and Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital is located in Lancaster. Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital is ranked the No. 7 hospital in the state by U.S. News, and is nationally ranked in one specialty, and rated high performing in three specialties and seven procedures and conditions. UPMC Lititz is located nearby in Lititz.

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5 rating (1 reviews) The Reserve at Gwynedd
$200ks - $600ks
The Reserve at Gwynedd, Lansdale, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2005 - 2012 | 400 homes
Winding Creek
$300ks - $700ks
Winding Creek, Palmyra, PA
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2021 - present | 82 homes
Traditions at Whitehall
$400ks - $500ks
Traditions at Whitehall, Middletown, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2019 - present | 250 homes
Heritage Run
$200ks - $400ks
Heritage Run, Lebanon, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - present | 88 homes
The Cottages at Old Sauco...
$700ks - $800ks
The Cottages at Old Sauco..., Bethlehem, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2020 - present | 80 homes
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Venue at Winchelsea
$400ks - $600ks
Venue at Winchelsea, Middletown, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2024 - present | 336 homes
Home Towne Square
$300ks - $800ks
Home Towne Square, Ephrata, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2009 - present | 300 homes
The Villas at The Preserv...
$400ks
The Villas at The Preserv..., Townsend, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2017 - present | 144 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Alden Place
$300ks - $600ks
Alden Place, Lebanon, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2009 - present | 505 homes
5 rating (5 reviews) Hershey's Mill
$200ks - $900ks
Hershey's Mill, West Chester, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1978 - 2005 | 1,720 homes
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5 rating (3 reviews) Village of Eastridge
$300ks - $400ks
Village of Eastridge, Smyrna, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2014 - present | 189 homes
The Gatherings at Lakevie...
$300ks - $400ks
The Gatherings at Lakevie..., Reisterstown, MD
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2025 - present | 122 homes
5 rating (2 reviews) Arbor Gate
$200ks
Arbor Gate, Myerstown, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1997 - 2005 | 378 homes
The Fields at Indian Cree...
$400ks - $500ks
The Fields at Indian Cree..., Emmaus, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2015 - 2023 | 218 homes
3.7 rating (3 reviews) Spring Meadow
$300ks - $400ks
Spring Meadow, Smyrna, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - 2014 | 246 homes
Legacy at Gateway
$300ks
Legacy at Gateway, Bel Air, MD
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2009 - 2012 | 70 homes
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Traditions of America at ...
$400ks - $600ks
Traditions of America at ..., Mechanicsburg, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2020 | 517 homes
Briar Lake
$300ks - $400ks
Briar Lake, Lebanon, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2004 - 2013 | 113 homes
Auburn Meadows
$400ks - $500ks
Auburn Meadows, Smyrna, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2022 - present | 262 homes
Parks Edge at Bayberry
$400ks - $600ks
Parks Edge at Bayberry, Middletown, DE
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2022 - present | 210 homes
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Gerst Farm
$500ks - $700ks
Gerst Farm, Perry Hall, MD
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2026 - present | 202 homes
Emerald Hills
$200ks
Emerald Hills, Bel Air, MD
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - 2019 | 240 homes
Nells Acres
$200ks - $600ks
Nells Acres, Sykesville, MD
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2000 - present | 103 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Fox Hill Farm
$300ks - $400ks
Fox Hill Farm, Glen Mills, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1995 - 2003 | 491 homes
The Greens at Westover
$200ks
The Greens at Westover, Norristown, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1998 - 2004 | 306 homes
The Paddock at Equine Mea...
$200ks - $400ks
The Paddock at Equine Mea..., Red Lion, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2016 - present | 174 homes
White Springs at Providen...
$500ks - $600ks
White Springs at Providen..., Collegeville, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2013 - present | 325 homes
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Four Seasons at Silver Ma...
$400ks - $500ks
Four Seasons at Silver Ma..., Middletown, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2011 - 2017 | 299 homes
The Ponds at Bayberry
$300ks - $500ks
The Ponds at Bayberry, Middletown, DE
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2015 - present | 572 homes
Legacy at The Preserve at...
$400ks - $500ks
Legacy at The Preserve at..., Middletown, DE
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2016 - present | 205 homes
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Ashland
$300ks - $400ks
Ashland, Smyrna, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2016 - 2020 | 150 homes
Wynfield at Annville
$400ks - $600ks
Wynfield at Annville, Annville, PA
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2022 - present | 95 homes
The Enclave at Ellicott H...
$300ks - $600ks
The Enclave at Ellicott H..., Ellicott City, MD
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2003 - 2013 | 280 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Ellicott's Retreat
$300ks - $400ks
Ellicott's Retreat, Ellicott City, MD
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2017 - 2022 | 160 homes
Tiree Land Condominiums
$200ks - $300ks
Tiree Land Condominiums, Abingdon, MD
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - 2007 | 96 homes
Honeycroft Village
$400ks - $500ks
Honeycroft Village, Cochranville, PA
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2007 - present | 243 homes
Traditions at Inniscrone
$400ks
Traditions at Inniscrone, Avondale, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2000 - 2013 | 167 homes
Red Hill Estates
<$100k
Red Hill Estates, Red Hill, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1987 - 2003 | 260 homes
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Regency at South Whitehal...
$400ks - $500ks
Regency at South Whitehal..., Allentown, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2017 - 2022 | 206 homes
Blue Ridge
$300ks - $400ks
Blue Ridge, Harrisburg, PA
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2020 - present | 130 homes
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Wynfield at Annville 112 FLORA BLVD, ANNVILLE, PA, 17003, Annville, PA 17003
$686,990

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,736 sq ft

112 FLORA BLVD, ANNVILLE, PA, 17003
Cindy Certified
516 SAINT PATTY DR, NOTTINGHAM, PA, 1936..., Nottingham, PA 19362
$299,900

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,400 sq ft

516 SAINT PATTY DR, NOTTINGHAM, PA, 1936...
Red Hill Estates 678 WALNUT CT, RED HILL, PA, 18076, Red Hill, PA 18076
$175,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,456 sq ft

678 WALNUT CT, RED HILL, PA, 18076
Community: Red Hill Estates
Village Crest 8031 WHITE JASMINE CT 114, ELLICOTT CITY..., Ellicott City, MD 21043
$550,000

3 beds

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4 baths

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2,450 sq ft

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Condo

8031 WHITE JASMINE CT 114, ELLICOTT CITY...
Community: Village Crest
Winding Creek 208 PINNACLE RIDGE DR, ANNVILLE, PA, 170..., Annville, PA 17003
$637,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,884 sq ft

208 PINNACLE RIDGE DR, ANNVILLE, PA, 170...
Community: Winding Creek
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Wyndham Woods 151 WYNDHAM WOODS WAY, HATFIELD, PA, 194..., Hatfield, PA 19440
$458,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,757 sq ft

151 WYNDHAM WOODS WAY, HATFIELD, PA, 194...
Community: Wyndham Woods
Cindy Certified
203 BELLARIDE LN, MILLERSVILLE, PA, 1755..., Millersville, PA 17551
$504,458

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,797 sq ft

203 BELLARIDE LN, MILLERSVILLE, PA, 1755...
Winding Creek 212 PINNACLE RIDGE DR, ANNVILLE, PA, 170..., Annville, PA 17003
$652,100

2 beds

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2 baths

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2,022 sq ft

212 PINNACLE RIDGE DR, ANNVILLE, PA, 170...
Community: Winding Creek
Village at Rosecliff 110 REAGAN DR, SELLERSVILLE, PA, 18960, Sellersville, PA 18960
$499,999

2 beds

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3 baths

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2,979 sq ft

110 REAGAN DR, SELLERSVILLE, PA, 18960
The Courtyards at Collegeville 140 LATTICE LN, COLLEGEVILLE, PA, 19426, Collegeville, PA 19426
$515,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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1,971 sq ft

140 LATTICE LN, COLLEGEVILLE, PA, 19426
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Traditions of America at Silver Spring 427 GENERAL DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
$544,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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2,144 sq ft

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Condo

427 GENERAL DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050
Spring Meadow 676 SORRELL CIR, SMYRNA, DE, 19977, Smyrna, DE 19977
$325,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,580 sq ft

676 SORRELL CIR, SMYRNA, DE, 19977
Community: Spring Meadow
Venue at Winchelsea 2638 FAIRLIGHT DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
$450,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,443 sq ft

2638 FAIRLIGHT DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709
Community: Venue at Winchelsea
The Villages at Hillview 505 MCELREE LN, COATESVILLE, PA, 19320, Coatesville, PA 19320
$549,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,948 sq ft

505 MCELREE LN, COATESVILLE, PA, 19320
Crossings at Christiana 626 KENDALL DR, BEAR, DE, 19701, Bear, DE 19701
$316,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,514 sq ft

626 KENDALL DR, BEAR, DE, 19701
The Village of Hershey Run 6 CARTWRIGHT CT 95, WILMINGTON, DE, 1980..., Wilmington, DE 19804
$279,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,502 sq ft

6 CARTWRIGHT CT 95, WILMINGTON, DE, 1980...
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Briar Lake 812 BRIAR EDGE CT, LEBANON, PA, 17046, Lebanon, PA 17046
$350,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,058 sq ft

812 BRIAR EDGE CT, LEBANON, PA, 17046
Community: Briar Lake
Nells Acres 1909 LENNOX DR 90, ELDERSBURG, MD, 21784, Eldersburg, MD 21784
$315,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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1,620 sq ft

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Condo

1909 LENNOX DR 90, ELDERSBURG, MD, 21784
Community: Nells Acres
Cortland Park 766 AURORA DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17055, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
$398,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,578 sq ft

766 AURORA DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17055
Community: Cortland Park
Hershey's Mill 1712 YARDLEY DR, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19380, West Chester, PA 19380
$749,900

3 beds

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4 baths

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3,862 sq ft

1712 YARDLEY DR, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19380
Community: Hershey's Mill
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Wynfield at Annville 141 POPPY LN, ANNVILLE, PA, 17003, Annville, PA 17003
$579,990

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,849 sq ft

141 POPPY LN, ANNVILLE, PA, 17003
Hershey's Mill 513 EATON WAY 513, WEST CHESTER, PA, 193..., West Chester, PA 19380
$630,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,952 sq ft

513 EATON WAY 513, WEST CHESTER, PA, 193...
Community: Hershey's Mill
Doroly Gardens 1711 BOTANICAL CT 10, SYKESVILLE, MD, 21..., Sykesville, MD 21784
$705,700

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,513 sq ft

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Condo

1711 BOTANICAL CT 10, SYKESVILLE, MD, 21...
Community: Doroly Gardens
Hershey's Mill 471 EATON WAY 471, WEST CHESTER, PA, 193..., West Chester, PA 19380
$499,000

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,951 sq ft

471 EATON WAY 471, WEST CHESTER, PA, 193...
Community: Hershey's Mill
Brittany Hills 4 N HENLEY DR, AVONDALE, PA, 19311, Avondale, PA 19311
$450,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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3,300 sq ft

4 N HENLEY DR, AVONDALE, PA, 19311
Community: Brittany Hills
Traditions at Longwood 458 MIMOSA CIR, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 1934..., Kennett Square, PA 19348
$795,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,650 sq ft

458 MIMOSA CIR, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 1934...
Victoria Gardens 700 ARBOR LN, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 19348, Kennett Square, PA 19348
$485,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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3,240 sq ft

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Condo

700 ARBOR LN, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 19348
Community: Victoria Gardens
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Traditions of America at Silver Spring 280 FOUNDERS WAY, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 170..., Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
$544,500

2 beds

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2 baths

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2,459 sq ft

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Condo

280 FOUNDERS WAY, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 170...
Blue Ridge 3002 VANESSA DR, HARRISBURG, PA, 17110, Harrisburg, PA 17110
$580,000

5 beds

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4 baths

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3,068 sq ft

3002 VANESSA DR, HARRISBURG, PA, 17110
Community: Blue Ridge
Arbor Gate 68 SPRINGHOUSE DR, MYERSTOWN, PA, 17067, Myerstown, PA 17067
$287,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,784 sq ft

68 SPRINGHOUSE DR, MYERSTOWN, PA, 17067
Community: Arbor Gate
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Hershey's Mill 238 CHATHAM WAY 238, WEST CHESTER, PA, 1..., West Chester, PA 19380
$539,900

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,042 sq ft

238 CHATHAM WAY 238, WEST CHESTER, PA, 1...
Community: Hershey's Mill
Brookshire 728 HEATHER RDG, MANHEIM, PA, 17545, Manheim, PA 17545
$329,900

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,448 sq ft

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Condo

728 HEATHER RDG, MANHEIM, PA, 17545
Community: Brookshire
White Springs at Providence 171 IRON HILL WAY, COLLEGEVILLE, PA, 194..., Collegeville, PA 19426
$695,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,760 sq ft

171 IRON HILL WAY, COLLEGEVILLE, PA, 194...
The Paddock at Equine Meadows 107 SHETLAND DR 106, RED LION, PA, 17356, Red Lion, PA 17356
$367,500

2 beds

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3 baths

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2,669 sq ft

107 SHETLAND DR 106, RED LION, PA, 17356
Arbour Green 3162 ARBOUR GREEN CT, HATFIELD, PA, 1944..., Hatfield, PA 19440
$459,999

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,734 sq ft

3162 ARBOUR GREEN CT, HATFIELD, PA, 1944...
Community: Arbour Green
Traditions of America at Silver Spring 17 SETTLERS DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
$409,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,449 sq ft

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Condo

17 SETTLERS DR, MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050
Regency at Rockhill Ridge 3 OAKWOOD LN 63, SELLERSVILLE, PA, 18960, Sellersville, PA 18960
$499,000

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,921 sq ft

3 OAKWOOD LN 63, SELLERSVILLE, PA, 18960
Nells Acres 823 HERMAN WAY, SYKESVILLE, MD, 21784, Sykesville, MD 21784
$585,000

3 beds

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4 baths

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2,332 sq ft

823 HERMAN WAY, SYKESVILLE, MD, 21784
Community: Nells Acres
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Spring Arbor 623 GARDEN GATE DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 1970..., Middletown, DE 19709
$469,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,775 sq ft

623 GARDEN GATE DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 1970...
Community: Spring Arbor
The Reserve at Gwynedd 425 PRIMROSE DR, UPPER GWYNEDD, PA, 1944..., Upper Gwynedd, PA 19446
$850,000

4 beds

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3 baths

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3,121 sq ft

425 PRIMROSE DR, UPPER GWYNEDD, PA, 1944...
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