Lovely c.1890 Pennsylvania Home in Pretty 0.85 Acre Setting $150K

Lovely c.1890 Pennsylvania Home in Pretty 0.85 Acre Setting. Just a beauty! I love a home with some stained glass.

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1146 Worthington Slate Lick Rd, Worthington, PA 16262   $150,000

• Contact Realtor: Heidi Powell
• Google Map
• Niche

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Pros of Living in Worthington, PA

1. Affordability & Cost of Living

• Total cost of living is approximately 16% lower than the U.S. average and 11.6% lower than Pennsylvania’s average

• Housing is notably affordable—median home costs range from $93,300 to $161,800, between 44% and 52% below national averages

• Renting is similarly budget‑friendly, with 2‑bedroom units typically under $900/month

2. Strong Community & High Homeownership

• Homeownership is high—about 86% to 91% of residents own their homes, well above national norms

• Small-town, suburban–rural mix atmosphere fosters a close-knit community feel

3. Safety & Crime

• Crime & safety receive an A+ rating from Niche

• Detailed stats from PlaceVista show zero reported violent or property crimes—though this may reflect low reporting rather than absolute safety

4. Good Livability and Education Base

• Worthington earns high marks in livability, cost, education, and crime categories per Citytistics

• NeighborhoodScout highlights it as a family-friendly neighborhood, rating it among Pennsylvania’s top ~11% for families due to strong schools, safety, and homeownership

5. Stable Income Metrics

• Per‑capita income—about $41,700—is on par with national figures, translating to an estimated $166,800 household income for a family of four

• PlaceVista data shows a median household income of $68,125, slightly above state norms; unemployment is low at ~3.5%, and poverty is low at 4.6%

6. Libraries & Civic Infrastructure

• Worthington is home to the Worthington West Franklin Community Library, along with several civic amenities like a community center, churches, and municipal complex

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Cons of Living in Worthington, PA

1. Limited Amenities & Transportation

• Many amenities—shops, healthcare, pharmacies—are not within easy walking distance; most errands require driving

• Public transit is essentially nonexistent—virtually 100% of commuters drive alone

2. Small Population & Decline

• The borough’s population is under 600 (594 in 2020), and there’s a slight decline (~−5% over 5 years)

• The small size may limit services, events, entertainment choices, and social diversity.

3. Some Mixed School Data

• While some sources praise local schools, others flag extremely low or “n/a” reported test scores and educational attainment—e.g., BestPlaces shows school test scores 100% below national averages

• It’s worth noting Worthington is served by the larger Armstrong School District, and local high schools have closed—students now attend consolidated nearby schools

4. Higher Crime Data from Some Sources

• AreaVibes reports crime rates about 43% higher than the Pennsylvania average, with a 1-in-40 chance of victimization

• This appears at odds with Niche and PlaceVista’s data—likely due to very small population skewing rates.

5. Lack of Diversity

• Demographically, Worthington is nearly 100% White, with low racial and ethnic diversity

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