Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to South Newton Township, PA
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About South Newton Township
South Newton Township is a small rural township of about 1,370 people (1,370 at the 2020 census) in the western Cumberland Valley, just south of Oakville and Newville. It is quiet farm country along US 11 and Walnut Bottom Road, with historic churches and mountain views — a low-density option between Newville and Shippensburg.
Home prices in South Newton Township
Home prices in South Newton Township vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in South Newton Township
- Farmland along US 11 at the township line (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Blue Mountain views to the north.
- Nearby Newville's Fountain Square and Big Spring Creek.
Commuting from South Newton Township
- Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 30 minutes (east via US 11 to I-81, then east).
South Newton Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in South Newton Township, PA?
Home prices in South Newton Township vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from South Newton Township, PA?
Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 30 minutes (east via US 11 to I-81, then east).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.