Pennsylvania

Wagner's Forest is a Private and Very Quiet Community located in Pocono Lake in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. This is a Community for all of those Nature Lovers who are just looking to be Secluded in the Woods. The trees are HUGE! Homes in Wagner Forest are basically a forest inside of a forest. It is a Conservation Oriented Community Dedicated to Preserving the Natural Environment and Wildlife of the area. Parcel sizes average 2+ Acres. Wagner forest is conveniently located just off of Route 940 and is close to Route 80, Route 380, and The Pennsylvania Turnpike ( I476).

Hickory Run Forest is a Quiet and Decorated Community that is very low key. It is Very Secluded and Woodsy located off of Route 903 in Jim Thorpe Pa. The Community also offers Amenities including a Clubhouse with Playground Facilities as well as a Lake. This Community has become home to commuters to the Lehigh Valley and Philadelphia Areas. It is also a quiet a secluded second home community to many folks just looking for that quiet, out of the way Community to take their families to on Weekends and Vacations to simply just get away from it all! This Community borders The Bethlahem Watershed with its Open Lands and Forests!

Pocono Mountain Lake is another small and tucked away Lake Community surrounded by Pa State Gamelands and just a hop, skip, and a jump away from I80 and I476. It is Located just off of Route 940 in White Haven Pa. This Community is Perfectly kept off the radar and is one of the most Private Communities in the Entire Pocono Mountains! Pocono Mountain Lake is passed by everyday by hundreds of passerby, most of which don't even know that the Community exists! The Lake is small (6 Acres) but it is very special to the Community with its small time private routes. This Community is the Perfect getaway and is very well hidden!

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Looking to a buy a home in the Pocono Mountains? I am Here To Help! The Pocono Mountains offers its Home Owners, Second Home Buyers, and Vacation Renters A lot of options. The most popular Home Setting of Choice is the Lakefront Home. Lakefront housing in the Poconos has steadily been the most popular purchase of any home in the Pocono Mountains! Bodies of Water flow throughout the entire Mountain Region. The Lehigh River flows through Amenity Filled Communities such as Bear Creek Lake and Riverside Estates, The Delaware River flows through The Stroudsburg and Deleware Water Gap area, and there are so many Lakes, Streams, Creeks, and even waterfalls in some areas!

Whether you are a Fisherman, Sailor, Photographer, Site-Seer, or Simply Love to just sit by the water and breathe in the Fresh Air of Earth's Natural Habitat, there is a place by the lake just for you. There is simply Water everywhere in the Poconos! Most of the State Parks in the Poconos come equipped with a Beautiful Flowing Stream, Creek, Lake, River, or a Certain Body of Water that brings an Earthy and Special Feeling to that area. There are well over a dozen 'Lake Communities' on the Mountain that have Beautiful Lakefront Homes Available. Simply step out your back door and Fullfill your Lake Experience. Most Communities allow Boats, Canoes, and Fishing on the Lakes. Also, Swimming is Available! Lakes in the Perfect Pocono Mountain Communities are on Wonderful Sandy Beaches where you can take a dip in the Lake! Arrowhead Lakes Community has 2 Large Lakes (260 & 90 Acre), 4 Beaches, and 3 Heated Swimming Pools!

Lakefront Housing in the Poconos is your ideal spot for all of those who Appreciate The Great Outdoors. That is why The Pocono Mountain Lakefront is the MOST sought after property or second home here in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania!

Here's a Beautiful Picture of the Lehigh River Streaming threw Jim Thorpe Pa!

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White Haven Poconos- This is a Community that is off the radar but easile accesible. It is located in White Haven Pa along the Lehigh River. A smaller tight knit Community but only a short drive Northwest and you will find yourself at the Legendary Pocono Ski Resorts of Big Boulder and Jack Frost. It is a very quiet community off the beaten path of White Haven Road. This is a great get away if you're looking to just settle down low key and off the radar whether you are a home owner, second home buyer, or a Pocono Renter. Explore the very scenic and down to Earth paths all the way to Lehigh State Gorge Park. This is a Get Away Community, but still has some Amenities including a Sandy Beach- Bath House and Pavillion. Residents usually love to enjoy the View on Sunrise Lake. They have an anual picnic which is a great oppurtunity to meet your neighbors and fellow Escape Artists!

Camelot Forest - This is a Tiny Conservation Community that simply loves the Natural Habitat of the Pocono Mountains. It is a Small Tight Knit Community located in Blakeslee Pa just off of Route 940. It is Very Woodsy and Full of Wildlife including Whitetail Deer, Wild Turkeys, Black Bear, Foxes, Wild Birds, and so much more. This is a Great Community for those who want to just get away from the 'go go' speed of the big city, but you still want to be close to town. Camelot Forest is basically a Nature Retreat Get away amongst the tiny town of Blakeslee. It backs right up to Pocono Lake Preserve in some parts as well. This Community offers its residents an average size parcel between a half to a full acre and public sewers. Amenities For Camelot forest include Two Lakes, Tennis Courts, and a nice sandy beach. Legendary Pocono Ski Resorts are only a 5 or 10 minute drive up 940 West!

Lehigh Gorge State Park!

Lake In Camelot Forest!

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Abington township, Montgomery County, Real estate market report, January 2012

I looked up the mls for real estate activity in Abington township in January 2012.

I looked for residential listings sold in January . This does not include homes not listed, commercial and multi units . It is deemed to be correct but subject to errors and omissions.

There were 28 homes that settled in January 2012.

The average original list price was $ 328,500.

The average last list price was $309,496

The average sale price was $ 290,382

Highest sale price was $960,000

The lowest sale price was $113,000

The average days the homes were marketed was 135

The average settled price to original price ratio 89.66 %

The average settled price to last list price ratio is 94.04%

The homes were priced high and sellers had to reduce price as seen from ratios.

An Auction for the Arts

Block of Art 2012 will soon be here and with it will come a number of new events. One of these is the art auction planned for Sunday, April 22 at the Sovereign Majestic Theatre. The art for the auction will be able to be viewed in the special auction gallery during the first two days of the Block of Art. A silent auction will also be held at the gallery.

Those in attendance at the auction will be able to bid on and take home some excellent local art. The best part is that they will also be supporting the Block of Art and the Sovereign Majestic Theatre. Come support the arts, the artists and the theatre on this afternoon of artistic enjoyment.

Call to Artists and Volunteers

Pottsville's Block of Art (April 20,21,22) has issued its Call to Artists to preregister new pieces for the 2012 show. The online form is available through the Participate Menu option on the Block of Art website. Additionally, links are available for Volunteering and ART MART participation.

Questions? email block.of.art@gmail.com