Opportunity awaits in the heart of Walnut Bottom, a peaceful South Newton Township community surrounded by the beauty of rural Cumberland County. This unique property offers potential for your next residential project on a parcel with a rich local history and an excellent location along West Main Street. For more than five decades, this site operated as a successful business before the structure was lost to fire in 2018. The building was professionally demolished, and the underground storage tanks were removed in compliance with DEP regulations. A passing perc test was completed in 2019, and the property has since transitioned to residential land use. Today, the parcel is ready for new beginnings; whether you envision building your dream home, investing in a rental opportunity, or creating a space that fits your vision for small-town living. Walnut Bottom offers a welcoming rural lifestyle with easy access to Shippensburg, Carlisle, and major commuter routes, while maintaining the charm and quiet pace of country life. Bring your plans and creativity to this versatile property and see what’s possible at 401-403 West Main Street. Schedule your visit today and imagine the potential this well-located residential lot has to offer!
This property was used as a non-conforming Commercial Business for 5 decades. In 2018 a fire destroyed the Business and the building was demolished. The underground storage tanks were removed in accordance with DEP. Passing Perk test completed in 2019 by previous owners. The Township ordnance required the Business to be rebuilt by 2020 to continue as non-conforming Commercial use. The land is now residential use, and any Potential buyer will have to apply for variance with the Township for a new Commercial Business.
Walnut Bottom is located in Pennsylvania. Walnut Bottom, Pennsylvania has a population of 489. Walnut Bottom is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.89% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 31.83%.
The median household income in Walnut Bottom, Pennsylvania is $65,729. The median household income for the surrounding county is $77,001 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Walnut Bottom is 37.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 21.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 42.9 inches per year, with 29.7 inches of snow per year.
