Things to Do in Mechanicsburg
A good place to live since 1828, reads the motto of Mechanicsburg located 8 miles west of Harrisburg in the rich agricultural region known as the Cumberland Valley. The borough’s architectural heritage comes to life in various forms. Explore fine examples of the Late Victorian and Georgian styles in the Mechanicsburg Commercial Historic District, the Italianate style on the grounds of the Irving Female College, the Second Empire style at the Adam Orris House, and the Romanesque Revival and Late Gothic styles on the grounds of the Simpson Street School.
The brick building of the Cumberland Valley Railroad Station and Station Master’s House now serves as a museum. For a memorable outdoor experience, it’s worth taking a hike on part of the longest hiking-only trail in the world, the Appalachian Trail, which passes through Pennsylvania in nearby Boiling Springs. For a leisurely afternoon stroll, the Liberty Forge Arboretum is also a perfect choice. For some excitement, the Williams Grove Speedway automobile dirt racing track is a recommended place, which organizes special events apart from regular races. For a romantic night out, reserve your table at Black and Bleu, Tatiana’s Restaurant, Chalit’s Thai Bistro, Café Magnolia, or Sapporo East.
Mechanicsburg 55+ Communities
Mechanicsburg has 2 55+ and active adult communities. These fantastic neighborhoods let you enjoy your golden years with likeminded, fun loving individuals. Fantastic amenity packages, often including private golf courses, pools, crafting and hobby facilities, gyms, social clubs, and more mean that you will never run of new things to do!
If you’re ready to enjoy the retirement you deserve, you need one of the new homes for sale in Mechanicsburg’s 55+ communities. These affordable new construction houses start at just $360,965, great for people on a fixed income, or people who want to spend their hard earned cash on ‘want tos,’ not ‘have tos.’
Largest Active Adult Communities in Mechanicsburg
Prominent builder Traditions of America has established the active adult community at Silver Spring featuring a 17,400 square feet clubhouse. The neighborhood has been praised for its desirable quality of life and being the second least stressful place to live in the U.S. Low-maintenance, customizable homes and unparalleled resort-style amenities are what you can expect from this award-winning builder. Let Mechanicsburg make the next phase of your life also the best phase.
Mechanicsburg 55+ Communities: Housing Trends
You can find the best 55+ housing developments and builders in Mechanicsburg. Here's an overview of what you will find on NewHomesource.com.
| 55+ Home Builders | 2 |
| Number of Communities | 2 |
| 55+ Homes for Sale | 17 |
| Floor Plan Options | 13 |
| Quick Move-in Homes | 4 |
| Homes Priced from | $360,965 |
