Norvelt, PA
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- 1,014 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Tucked into the rolling hills of Westmoreland County, Norvelt has a unique backstory that gives the neighborhood its distinctive charm. Built during the 1930s as a New Deal homestead community, it was even named after Eleanor Roosevelt by combining the ends of her first and last names. Today, you'll find quiet, curving streets lined with classic Cape Cod homes sitting on spacious lots. It offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere with plenty of yard space to garden and unwind, making it an appealing option for anyone looking for historic character in Mount Pleasant Township.
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