Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Upper Allen Township, PA
About Upper Allen Township
Upper Allen Township is a township of about 23,200 people (23,180 at the 2020 census) in eastern Cumberland County — one of the county's largest and most established suburbs. Centered on Mechanicsburg and the Grantham area, it is home to Messiah University, mature neighborhoods, and the Gettysburg Pike commercial corridor, with the Mechanicsburg Area School District as a major draw.
Home prices in Upper Allen Township
The county median in Upper Allen Township is $398,900.
Top places in Upper Allen Township
- Messiah University campus — including the Bowmansdale Stoner covered bridge (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Gettysburg Pike corridor — shopping and dining (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Downtown Mechanicsburg's Main Street, minutes away.
- Township parks and the Yellow Breeches Creek greenway.
- PA 114 (South Market Street) commercial strip (shown in the Commons photos below).
Commuting from Upper Allen Township
- Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 15–20 minutes (east via the Carlisle Pike/Gettysburg Pike to Route 581 or I-83).
- PA 114 (South Market Street) runs through the township (shown in the Commons photos below).
Schools in Upper Allen Township
Public schools: Mechanicsburg 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.
Upper Allen Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Upper Allen Township, PA?
The county median in Upper Allen Township is $398,900. County-level median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Upper Allen Township, PA?
Drive to downtown Harrisburg: approximately 15–20 minutes (east via the Carlisle Pike/Gettysburg Pike to Route 581 or I-83). - Which school district serves Upper Allen Township, PA?
Upper Allen Township is served by Mechanicsburg 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.