Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Swatara Township, PA
About Swatara Township
Swatara Township is a large inner suburb (~24,000 residents) wrapping Harrisburg's south and east sides, containing the Chambers Hill, Rutherford, Bressler, and Oberlin communities. Commercial corridors along Derry Street and Paxton Street, mid-century subdivisions, and affordable rowhouses and twins make it one of the metro's most accessible suburbs. The township also hosts county facilities and industrial corridors.
Home prices in Swatara Township
Home prices in Swatara Township vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Swatara Township
- Chambers Hill and Rutherford neighborhoods.
- Derry Street and Paxton Street commercial corridors.
- Township parks and recreation facilities.
- Nearby: downtown Harrisburg and City Island.
Commuting from Swatara Township
- ~6 miles north to downtown Harrisburg: ~12 minutes via Derry Street / I-83.
Schools in Swatara Township
Public schools: Central Dauphin 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.
Swatara Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Swatara Township, PA?
Home prices in Swatara Township vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Swatara Township, PA?
~6 miles north to downtown Harrisburg: ~12 minutes via Derry Street / I-83. - Which school district serves Swatara Township, PA?
Swatara Township is served by Central Dauphin 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.