Pennsylvania Real Estate & Relocation Guide

East Hempfield Township, Pennsylvania

Population: 21,399

Located in Lancaster County

East Hempfield Township is one of the many communities that make up the city of Lancaster, named after the city in England. Like the city in England, Lancaster is basically a cluster of villages that have formed to become one city. Each area therefore has its own feel, although Lancaster has its one specific downtown area, which gives the city a sense of cohesion.

Across the city, you'll find a variety of homes that suit people of all different incomes. New home developments can be found throughout the city, offering homebuyers a neighborhood atmosphere in a rural setting. Favorite features for newcomers, especially from urban areas, are the large size of the average lot and proximity to beautiful countryside.

Homes range in size and price, although like most of the cities in Pennsylvania, the housing market is more expensive than the national average. A four bedroom home with 2,800 square feet of space costs in the region of $280,000.

A diverse tapestry of architecture, the city is home to traditional, historic and modern architecture. You'll find a number of registered historical sites that require owners to adhere to specific standards. This is evident when you take a stroll down the brick sidewalks and enjoy the colonial architecture that can be found in one of the city's many historic neighborhoods. Many of the solidly built, stone or brick buildings once used for industry now serve as some of the city's most unique apartments, condominiums and homes.

Many internationally-recognized brand names have called this area home. Hershey's Chocolate was founded Lancaster in 1894. F.W. Woolworth established the country's first "5 & 10 cent" store in Lancaster in 1879.

Home to the country's oldest Amish community, this is the place to be to experience the traditions and lifestyles of these fascinating people. While the foundation of the Amish religion is built upon humility and privacy, there are many opportunities to learn about and enjoy Pennsylvania Dutch customs. Whether watching the scenery roll from the back of an Amish-driven buggy or delighting in one of our traditional German dishes, you'll be transported to another place and time during here in Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the diverse landscapes that take hikers, bikers and the like through heavily wooded trails, beyond bustling streams and past breathtaking wildlife.

With several professional sports teams nearby, spectators are drawn to South Central Pennsylvania for sports entertainment. Just a few of the professional teams in our region include the Central Penn Piranhas (football); Harrisburg Senators (baseball); Hershey Bears (ice hockey); and Hershey Wildcats (soccer).

Downtown Lancaster is quickly becoming the preferred destination for shoppers in search of unique treasures. Several areas of the city have quickly emerged as small shopping districts, including the boutique-lined 300 block of North Queen Street, where vintage fashion, hand-blown glass, eclectic art and gifts are always the order of the day.

Peppered throughout the rolling hills of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, roadside stands and large barns often serve as displays for handmade goods produced by our Plain Sect and Amish craftspeople and artisans. From elaborate handmade quilts to sturdy wooden gazebos, the wares produced by these hardworking people are lauded for their quality.

For a sense of the traditional, the historic and also the modern, East Hempfield Township offers the best of all the worlds. You can’t go wrong in moving here, so what are you waiting for!