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Chambersburg is an old town in extreme south-central Pennsylvania. President Buchanan was born near here. The population is about 13,000 and holding steady.
Newsmax named Chambersburg one of the top 25 "Most Uniquely American Cities and Towns" in 2009. Average home values in 2009 were in the low to mid $100's. There are active adult communities in the area, including nearby Fayetteville. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| Chambersburg is in a historic part of Pennsylvania. The downtown boasts the restored Capitol Theatre. |
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| People who like small towns in peaceful areas of Pennsylvania will like Chambersburg. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Chambersburg is in the rolling hills of south central Pennsylvania |
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| Chambersburg boasts a historic Capitol Theatre in its downtown. The spectacular facility opened in 1927; it was renovated in 1996. The theater has its original organ, a Moller Opus 4800, that was installed in 1926. The Cumberland Valley Theatre Organ Society is working with the community to restore the instrument. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Chambersburg Hospital serves the area. |
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Facts about CHAMBERSBURG
- State: PA
- Environment: Small Town,
- City Population: 10,000-25,000
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
- Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
- Total Crime Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- Culture Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: Yes
- Name of the Guide: boomer
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