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Lancaster, PA 17601

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About Ephrata, PA

Religious Significance

Lancaster County is known primarily as the home of the Amish and Mennonites. However, members of other religions and sects settled there. The buildings at the Ephrata Cloisters are a testimony to the diversity of religion in early Lancaster County. Ephrata PA is named after a Biblical town in Israel named Ephrath. The Ephrata Cloisters housed an early American religious community established in 1732 by German immigrants. They were led by John Conrad Beissel. The community consisted of celibate brothers and sisters. As well as a married congregation.

Known for their music, printing, and calligraphy, a religious group known as the German Seventh Day Baptists lived there from 1813 until 1934. A tourist favorite, the 18th-century buildings are in good shape. Ephrata was never an industrial town. But it was mainly a summer resort because of the springs. It attracted those seeking their benefits.

The Green Dragon Farmer’s Market

The Green Dragon Farmers’ Market, open every Friday, attracts tourists and locals alike. On Sundays, just up Route 272, you’ll find world-famous Antique Alley. Also, Ephrata Performing Arts Center offers year-round community theater and many recognize it as one of the most popular and THE most diverse theater in this area.  Reach Ephrata by taking route 222 north from route 30 or south from EXIT 286 of the PA Turnpike.

About Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Ephrata, PA

Ephrata has a great mix of homes. They include

  • gorgeous single family homes in the $400,000 range
  • new and older singles in the $180,000 to $250,000 range
  • row homes from $$89,000 to $180,000.

If you are interested in the past, there are some fine Victorian and other older homes available.

Ephrata has a good school district and reasonable housing. Its proximity to Lancaster, Reading and the Pennsylvania Turnpike make it a very desirable location, both for commuters and those looking for a semi-rural atmosphere.

Learn more about homes in the area by reaching out to The Jeremy Ganse Home Selling Team today.

Keeping ahead of COVID-19

All Real Estate In Pennsylvania Reopened with New Guidance as of 5/19/2020.