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Community Guide
Living in Millersville, PA.
A walkable college borough anchored by Millersville University, one of Lancaster County's best-priced entries to a top school district, with a genuine sense of community year-round.
The Numbers
Quick facts.
A snapshot of what Millersville looks like on paper, helpful context before you tour.
Population
~8,100
Median Age
26.9
Median Income
$62,400
Median Home Price
$305,000
Price / Sq Ft
$170
Avg. Property Tax
~1.8%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Homeownership
48%
School District
Penn Manor SD
ZIP Code
17551
Figures are approximate and drawn from public sources including the U.S. Census, Bright MLS, and district reporting. Verify with a local professional before making decisions.
The Personality
Why people love Millersville.
Millersville pairs the energy of a state university with a compact, walkable borough: mature trees, sidewalks in every direction, and a Main Street that feels less like a strip and more like a town square.
The Penn Manor School District, university amenities, and reliable price-per-sqft value make it a favorite of first-time buyers, professors, and empty nesters wanting to stay engaged with a lively community.
Atmosphere
College-town lively during the semester, quiet and calm in the summer. Neighbors tend to stay for decades.
Lifestyle
Walk to campus events, coffee, and the borough's Main Street. Bike to Lancaster City in about 15 minutes.
Downtown
George Street holds cafés, restaurants, and university-adjacent shops. The Ware Center for the Arts is a short drive.
Parks & outdoors
Millersville has a strong parks system: Wickersham Park, Manor Park, and the Conestoga Trail all serve residents.
Commute & highways
Route 741 and Manor Avenue connect quickly to Lancaster City (10 min) and Route 30.
- Millersville University
- Penn Manor schools
- Walkable borough
- Best-priced entry
- Bike-friendly
The Market
Architecture & housing stock.
Millersville offers strong value in the Penn Manor school district. Well-priced homes under $350K move within two to three weeks; investor and university-adjacent demand keeps the lower-end active.
Median existing home
$305,000
Median new construction
$425,000
Typical lot size
0.15 to 0.35 acres
Average days on market
12 to 20 days
Historic borough homes
1900s to 1930s single-family on tree-lined streets close to the university.
Mid-century single-family
Ranches and split-levels in the borough's edge neighborhoods.
Townhomes
Newer townhome supply in Manor Township adjacencies.
New construction
Charter Homes, Berks Homes, and Landmark active in Manor Township on Millersville's edges.
New construction
Charter Homes
Active in Manor Township adjacencies with master-planned neighborhoods.
Berks Homes
Townhome and single-family projects.
Landmark Homes
Move-up single-family developments.
Custom builders
Metzler, Keystone, and Ashton for build-on-your-land in Manor and Pequea townships.
Education
Schools.
Penn Manor is a large, well-established district covering Millersville and surrounding townships: strong academics and a well-regarded athletic program.
Public district
Penn Manor School District
Enrollment
~5,300 students district-wide
Student:Teacher
~15:1
Strengths
Well-regarded academics, strong music and STEM offerings, and a large campus with breadth of AP courses and athletics.
Elementary
- Central Manor Elementary
- Eshleman Elementary
- Hambright Elementary
- Letort Elementary
- Martic Elementary
Middle / Intermediate
- Manor Middle School
- Marticville Middle School
High school
- Penn Manor High School
Private & charter options
- Lancaster Country Day School (nearby)
- Lancaster Mennonite School
School district information is provided for reference only. Ratings, boundaries, enrollment, and academic performance change from year to year. Always verify the most current information directly with the district and with sources like GreatSchools and Niche before making a home purchase decision.
The Calendar
Things to do.
A local's shortlist for eating, drinking, shopping, and spending a weekend in and around Millersville.
Breakfast
- Front Street Café
- Rachel's Café (nearby Lancaster City)
Lunch & dinner
- Front Street Café
- Café 24
- Fiorentino's (nearby)
- The Pizza Grille
Coffee shops
- Front Street Café
- Passenger Coffee (short drive)
Bakeries
- Achenbach's (nearby)
- Prantl's (nearby Manheim Twp)
Breweries & wineries
- Spring House Brewing (nearby)
- Nissley Vineyards (short drive)
Ice cream
- The Meadows Frozen Custard
- Lapp Valley Farm (nearby)
Date night
- Fiorentino's (nearby)
- Front Street Café
- Belvedere Inn (Lancaster City)
Hidden gems
- Ware Center for the Arts events
- Conestoga Trail sunset walks
Shopping
- Grocery: Giant, Weis, and Aldi within Millersville; Wegmans and Whole Foods a short drive north.
- Local shops: Independent shops and university-adjacent stores along George Street.
- Farmers markets: Lancaster Central Market and Root's Country Market both within 15 minutes.
- Shopping centers: Park City Center and Shoppes at Belmont within a 10-minute drive.
Parks & recreation
- Wickersham Park: Ballfields, walking paths, and the community pool.
- Manor Park: Neighborhood park with playgrounds and open space.
- Conestoga Trail: Walking and hiking trail along the Conestoga River.
- Millersville University Pond: Campus-accessible walking loop and gathering point.
Festivals & attractions
- Millersville University events: Public lectures, concerts, athletic events, and community programs year-round.
- Ware Center for the Arts: MU-run cultural venue with concerts, performances, and gallery shows.
- Concerts on the Green: Free summer concert series at Wickersham Park.
- Homecoming and Family Day: University weekends that draw broader community engagement.
Getting Around
Commute & accessibility.
Approximate off-peak drive times from Millersville to the region's major destinations, plus notes on highways, transit, and rail.
Lancaster City
10 min
Lititz
20 min
Mount Joy
22 min
Hershey
40 min
Harrisburg
50 min
York
30 min
Philadelphia
78 min
Highways
Route 999 and Route 741 through town; Route 30 and Route 222 within 10 min.
Public transit
RRTA fixed-route bus service connects Millersville with Lancaster City and campus.
Rail / Amtrak
Lancaster Amtrak Station is 10 to 15 minutes northeast.
Walkability
Walkable near Millersville University; car-oriented in outlying neighborhoods
Best suited for
Families, First-Time Buyers, Empty Nesters, Investors
Drive times are approximate and reflect typical off-peak conditions. Actual times vary with traffic, weather, and route.
Honest Fit
Who should live here.
A strong fit for
- First-time buyers seeking Penn Manor schools at attainable prices
- Millersville University faculty, staff, and graduate students
- Empty nesters wanting a walkable borough near Lancaster City
- Investors targeting steady rental demand from the university
- Buyers wanting a college-town rhythm at a lower cost than Elizabethtown's western neighbors
May not be ideal if…
- Buyers wanting the highest-scoring district (some prefer Manheim Township or Lampeter-Strasburg)
- Anyone bothered by student neighbors in certain university-adjacent blocks
- Buyers seeking large-lot rural properties within the borough
Plan the move
Builders, budgets, and places nearby.
- Builder serving this areaKeystone Custom HomesOne of the largest privately-held homebuilders in the region, known for expansive floor plans and strong included features.
- Builder serving this areaEG Stoltzfus HomesA third-generation Lancaster County builder known for careful craftsmanship and a strong farmhouse/traditional design sensibility.
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- CommunitiesNew construction communitiesWhere builders are actively selling, by county and price band.
Frequently Asked
FAQs about Millersville.
Financing
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