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May
19

There aren't many houses in Lancaster County that look like 20 Star Lite Drive. Pull onto the cul-de-sac, follow the drive back through the trees, and a 1978 log home opens up in front of you — vaulted great room, brick fireplace, a loft tucked over the living space, and just shy of an acre of wooded land with a creek running through it. The address says Lititz, the township is Warwick, and the feel is more cabin than suburb. It hits the market this Friday, May 22nd, listed at $430,000.

If you've been waiting for something that isn't another beige-on-beige builder spec home, this is the one to come see.

The home at a glance

Address 20 Star Lite Drive, Lititz, PA 17543
Price $430,000
Bedrooms / Bathrooms 3 / 2

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May
1

Ephrata vs. Cocalico: The Short Answer

Ephrata School District is denser, more diverse, with a stronger high school academic track and more affordable starter homes around downtown Ephrata. Cocalico School District is more rural, has noticeably lower housing density, slightly higher median home prices, and a tight-knit small-town culture centered on Denver and Reinholds. If you want walkability and more amenities, pick Ephrata. If you want land and quiet, pick Cocalico.

These two districts are separated by about 10 miles of farm country, and yet they attract different buyers. I've closed in both — and watched families choose one over the other based on details as small as "how close is a Starbucks" and as big as "do we want our kid in a graduating class of 300 or 180." Here's the honest comparison.

How Do Ephrata and Cocalico Compare on Schools?

Ephrata School District enroll...

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April
22

Why People Are Moving to Manheim Township Right Now

Manheim Township pulls relocating buyers for four specific reasons: a consistently top-10 Pennsylvania school district, property taxes that run about 15% lower than neighboring Warwick, a hospital-and-university employment base that held through the 2023–2025 correction, and a 75-minute drive to either Philadelphia or Baltimore.

I've helped 27 families relocate to Manheim Township in the last 18 months — from as far as San Diego and as close as Lititz. The pattern is consistent: they come for the schools, they stay for the walkability of Oregon Pike, and they're surprised by how many of their neighbors are also transplants. This is not a closed-off community; Manheim Township has absorbed its growth well.

What Are Home Prices in Manheim Township in 2026?

The median sale price in Manheim Township is $412,000 as of April 202...

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January
19

Living in Denver, PA: Small‑Town Feel with Big Convenience

If you blink, you might miss Denver, Pennsylvania — and that's exactly why so many people love it.

Tucked between Ephrata and Adamstown in northern Lancaster County, Denver, PA offers that classic small‑town vibe without feeling disconnected. You're close to everything, but you're not in everything. For buyers looking to slow things down just a bit — or sellers sitting on a well‑located home — Denver is quietly one of the most underrated spots in the county.


Where Is Denver, PA?

Denver sits right along Route 272, with quick access to Route 222, Route 322, and the PA Turnpike. That makes it a surpris...

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January
14

Moving to Wyomissing? Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

If you're thinking about moving to Wyomissing, you're not alone. This Berks County borough consistently attracts buyers looking for a walkable community, strong schools, and convenient access to both suburban comfort and city amenities.

Whether you're relocating from outside the area or moving within Berks or Lancaster County, here's everything you need to know about living in Wyomissing.


Where Is Wyomissing Located?

Wyomissing is located just west of Reading in Berks C...

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