New Hanover Township

Located in northern Montgomery County just east of Pottstown is this friendly and tranquil township. Consisting of rolling hills and valleys and plenty of open space, New Hanover Township is a relatively affordable town and part of award-winning Boyertown Area School District. Plus, New Hanover Township is one of the fastest growing townships in the state of Pennsylvania! Still, New Hanover remains a semi-rural place to live and is home to approximately 11,000 residents across 21.6 square miles.

Originally inhabited by the Lenni Lenape tribe, the area now known as New Hanover was settled by German immigrants in the late seventeenth century. The township became officially incorporated in 1741.

The villages of New Hanover Township include Fagleysville, Frederick, Hoffmansville, Layfield, New Hanover Square and Sassamansville. Most residents of New Hanover Township use the mailing address of Gilbertsville. The township is part of the Boyertown Area School District.

Outdoor lovers and recreational enthusiasts will love New Hanover! New Hanover operates multiple large parks and open spaces, including Hickory Park, Swamp Creek Park, and Layfield Park – among others! The Deep Creek Nature Center is another popular spot, with opportunities for pretty nature walks, bird watching, and butterfly sightings!

New Hanover also partly borders the popular Green Lane Park, with plenty of trails, picnicking areas, and boat rentals. The township is also home to the Gambone Athletic Complex and Gilbertsville Golf Course.

Homes for sale in New Hanover Township tend to be priced right around or a bit below the Montgomery County average, although there are a variety of homes for sale including plenty of new construction!

Most existing homes in New Hanover are affordably priced, however, with the majority of these single-family homes for sale between $150,000 and $300,000. Many of these homes are located on an acre or more, and popular home styles include ranch homes, Cape Cod homes, and split levels.

New construction is especially popular in Marlborough Township due to urban sprawl – in fact, the majority of homes for sale are brand new! Builders have developed a number of beautiful and private luxury new construction communities, often priced between $300,000 and $500,000. Newer townhomes are also for sale, and offer plenty of luxury amenities for under $250,000.

You may also find a beautiful farmstead or a meticulously renovated historic farmhouse in New Hanover, too! And because New Hanover is so rural, many of these properties are located on ten or more acres.

If you’re looking to buy a home in New Hanover Township, look no further! EveryHome is proud to have many realtors serving the area.