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Boyertown, Pennsylvania
Borough
A small borough with a railroad heritage
Boyertown is a borough in southeastern Berks County about 15 miles southwest of Allentown. It is known for the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles and for a compact downtown that serves the surrounding farmland and townships.
History & Local Character
Laid out in 1835 and incorporated in 1866, Boyertown was a carriage and later automobile body manufacturing center. The Boyertown Auto Body Works operated here into the 1980s.
Housing & Real Estate
The borough offers older singles, twins and rowhouses at affordable prices, with subdivisions in surrounding townships.
Restaurants & Shopping
Philadelphia Avenue and Reading Avenue host cafes, diners and family restaurants, including several longstanding local businesses.
Schools & Education
Boyertown Area School District serves the borough.
Parks & Recreation
Boyertown Community Park and the nearby Green Lane Reservoir provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 73, Route 100 and Route 562 serve the borough, with bus service to Pottstown and Reading.
Local Businesses
Independent shops, restaurants and the historic vehicle museum anchor the downtown economy.
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Nearby Attractions
- Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles
- Green Lane Reservoir
- Boyertown Community Park
- Bear Creek Mountain Resort
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable housing
- Walkable small downtown
- Access to Green Lane and Bear Creek
- Strong community events
Considerations
- Limited transit
- Few large employers
- Older homes need upkeep
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyertown known for?
Boyertown is known for the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles and its carriage and auto-body manufacturing history.
Which school district serves Boyertown?
Boyertown Area School District serves the borough and surrounding townships.