Like to splash? Ancient Oaks is home to the famous Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, which provides all the fun activities that one would expect from an amusement and water park, including the longest rollercoaster on the East Coast.
A suburb of Pennsylvania's third largest city, Ancient Oaks is far enough away from Allentown to feel like a world unto itself, yet close enough to serve as an accessible alternative for those not quite ready yet to abandon amenities and conveniences of the big city. In fact, the sleepy suburb is less than 10 miles from the county seat of Lehigh County, serving as a tranquil sanctuary for many working in and around Allentown. The 2.2 miles of attractive single-family homes and townhouses that make up Ancient Oaks is part of Lower Macungie Township, the fastest growing area of Pennsylvania in terms of total population growth.
Moving to Ancient Oaks
Ancient oaks is a popular suburb made up of house rentals and townhouses. Properties tend to be quite expansive in size, with large yards and multi-car garages. That being the case, rental homes in Ancient Oaks can be somewhat hard to come by, as most of the real estate in the area is owner-occupied. One should start their housing search well in advance of their desired relocation date, as they will need ample time to locate a suitable rental property.
Relocation activities should be planned around fall and spring months, as these times during the year in Ancient Oaks are generally mild and suitable for moving. Summers are usually hot and humid, with cold winters seeing snowfall annually. Some years can see considerable snow with severe snowstorms not an uncommon occurrence. Under these circumstances, moving activities can prove difficult, if not impossible.
Again, single-family homes and residential properties are the predominant housing situation in Ancient Oaks, with one bedroom apartments for rent virtually non-existent. However, many rental apartments and communities can be found in the neighboring areas of Breinigsville and Macungie.
Neighborhoods in Ancient Oaks
The suburb of Ancient Oaks is quaint and is technically part of the township of Lower Macungie (with which it shares a zip code)-- because of its diminutive size, no discernible neighborhoods exists with the limits of the village. The subdivision is bounded by Spring Creek Road to the north and Mill Creek Road to the east. Sauerkraut Lane is the main thoroughfare that bisects Ancient Oaks in an east-westward fashion. Rental homes may be found either north or south of Sauerkraut Lane. Those looking for an apartment for rent will need to expand their rental search a bit beyond Ancient Oaks, to include the the town of Macungie and well as other areas in the immediate vicinity.
Apartments in Ancient Oaks
Brookfield Apartments: Located in lower Macungie, a mere minutes from Ancient Oaks, are the Brookfield Apartments -- an elegant and contemporary apartment community. One bedroom, one bedroom with loft, or two bedroom apartment floor plans are available, with amenities such as a full size washer and dryer, upgraded kitchens, and a community Clubhouse that plays host to community activities throughout the year.
Spring Creek Apartments: Stunning two bedroom, two bath apartments can be had at Spring Creek's, featuring private entrances, oversized walk-in closets, washer and dryer, and a centrally monitored alarm system with each unit. Residents are especially proud of their community's state-of-the-art clubhouse, which features resort-like amenities such as a swimming pool, indoor spa, sauna, and steam room.
Autumn Park Apartments: This apartment community is located in an idyllic, country-like setting, and offers bright and spacious rentals in one, two or three bedroom floor plans. Oversized walk-in closets and a washer/dryer come standard with each unit -- with some featuring garages, soaking tubs and fireplaces.
Living in Ancient Oaks
Residing in this village can make one forget they are in such close proximity to the big city. The hustle and bustle of Allentown (Pennsylvania's third largest city) is less than 20 minutes away, with all the attractions and conveniences one can expect from a modern metropolis: fine dining, sporting events, movie theaters, anything one would expect from the perfect night out on the town.
Just outside of the city limits, however, in Ancient Oaks outdoor activities are the rage. Within the subdivision limits one can find the Little Lehigh Creek, a tributary of the Lehigh River that flows eastward through the village. The creek is popular among residents for trout fishing and other water-related activities. In the northwest corner of Ancient Oaks, one can find the Ancient Oak West Recreation Area, featuring large open fields for sporting, picnic, and other social activities.
