Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to East Pennsboro Township, PA
About East Pennsboro Township
East Pennsboro Township is a township of about 21,000 people (20,899 at the 2020 census) in northeastern Cumberland County, directly across the Susquehanna from Harrisburg. It includes the Enola community and absorbed West Fairview borough in 1998. The township is defined by transportation: Norfolk Southern's Enola Yard — one of the largest rail classification yards in the world — sits here, along with I-81, Routes 11/15, and the river bridges into the capital.
Home prices in East Pennsboro Township
The county median in East Pennsboro Township is $285,000.
Top places in East Pennsboro Township
- Enola Yard — the massive Norfolk Southern rail yard, a railfan landmark (shown in the Commons photos below).
- The I-81/Routes 11-15 interchange — the Capital Beltway corridor (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Susquehanna riverfront and island views near West Fairview.
- Adams Ricci Park and the township's recreation programs.
- Enola's commercial strip along Routes 11/15.
Commuting from East Pennsboro Township
- Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 12–15 minutes (east across the river bridges; I-81 and Routes 11/15 run through the township).
- One of the closest-in townships to downtown Harrisburg on the West Shore.
Schools in East Pennsboro Township
Public schools: East Pennsboro Area School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
East Pennsboro Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in East Pennsboro Township, PA?
The county median in East Pennsboro Township is $285,000. County-level median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from East Pennsboro Township, PA?
Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 12–15 minutes (east across the river bridges; I-81 and Routes 11/15 run through the township). - Which school district serves East Pennsboro Township, PA?
East Pennsboro Township is served by East Pennsboro Area School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.