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About Washington Township
Washington Township is a rural township in northern Dauphin County near Elizabethville, of farms and woodland in the Lykens Valley foothills. Quiet agricultural community; residents use Elizabethville's shops and the Upper Dauphin Area schools.

Home prices in Washington Township
Home prices in Washington Township vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Washington Township
- Farmland and foothill scenery.
- Nearby Elizabethville — valley shops and schools.
Commuting from Washington Township
- ~25 miles south to downtown Harrisburg: ~30–35 minutes via PA-225.
Schools in Washington Township
Public schools: Upper Dauphin 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.
Washington Township FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Washington Township, PA?
Home prices in Washington Township vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Washington Township, PA?
~25 miles south to downtown Harrisburg: ~30–35 minutes via PA-225. - Which school district serves Washington Township, PA?
Washington Township is served by Upper Dauphin 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.