Stock photo via Pexels. Generic Pennsylvania countryside, not a specific East Cocalico property.

By Mike Gordon Jr., second-generation REALTOR®, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

East Cocalico Township is the part of northern Lancaster County where Reamstown, Stevens, Swartzville and Frysville meet, and it is one of the most searched local names I get asked about. People usually want to know the same things: what it is, where it sits, what homes cost, and which schools they'd be zoned for. I grew up working this part of the county alongside my family, and here is the plain-English version.

What is East Cocalico Township, PA?

East Cocalico Township is a township in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania...

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What $400K Buys in the Wyomissing Area School District: October 2026 Homes for Sale Update

The Wyomissing Area School District covers just two boroughs, Wyomissing and West Reading. It's small, it's walkable, and for years it has been one of the most sought-after school districts in Berks County. Inventory is always thin, so buyers want to know one thing before they start touring: what does my budget actually get me here? Below is an October 2026 look at current prices, recent sales, and how fast homes are moving in both towns.

What do homes cost in the Wyomissing Area School District right now?

As of the three months ending August 2026, the median sale price in West Reading was about $251,000 (Redfin). Wyomissing'...

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Reamstown sits in the northern part of Lancaster County, roughly halfway between Lancaster and Reading, and it's one of those villages that people drive through on Route 272 without realizing how much is tucked around it. It has old roots, a great community park, and a Cocalico School District address without the price of Lititz or Ephrata. I work the Cocalico area every week as a second-generation local agent, and here's what I tell buyers who ask about Reamstown.

Where Is Reamstown, PA?

Reamstown is a census-designated place in East Cocalico Township, Lancaster County, with a population of 3,367 as of the 2020 census. Pennsylvania Route 272 runs through the village and US Route 222 skirts its south side, which is what puts La...

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Stock photo via Pexels (Ken Cheatham). Not the listed property.

Every so often a listing reminds me why so many buyers fall for New Holland. 221 Brimmer Avenue is one of them: a 1902 two-story home with a wrap-around front porch, updated inside but still full of its original character, listed at $309,900 after a recent $10,000 price reduction. Median sale prices in town have come down from last year, and that makes this a good time for ELANCO buyers to take a close look.

About This Property

221 Brimmer Ave, New Holland, PA 17557 is a single-family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and about 1,452 square feet of living space on a 5,227-square-foot lot. It was built in 1902, and the sellers have clearly worked...

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By Mike Gordon Jr., second-generation REALTOR®, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

People ask me some version of this question every week: "Is Lancaster actually a good place to live, or does it just look nice on a weekend visit?" I grew up here, my family has sold homes here for two generations, and I still live and work in Lancaster County. So here's my honest answer — the good, the tradeoffs, and who tends to be happiest here.

Is Lancaster, PA a good place to live?

Yes, for most people who want a mid-sized, affordable-by-East-Coast-standards place with real small-town character and easy access to bigger cities. Lancaster offers a walkable, historic downto...

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