Ellwood City Economic Development Opportunities Report April 2025

Available Properties in Ellwood City, PA

Nestled in the heart of western Pennsylvania, Ellwood City is a vibrant community with a proud industrial heritage and a forward-looking spirit. Known for its strong work ethic, scenic beauty, and commitment to revitalization, Ellwood City is steadily evolving into a hub of opportunity for businesses, entrepreneurs, and residents alike. With strategic location advantages, dedicated local leadership, and a growing network of innovators and investors, Ellwood City is writing its next chapter — one built on progress, partnership and possibility.

Location, Location, Location

Located just under one hour from Pittsburgh, Ellwood City provides the best of both worlds. You get the peace and quiet of small-town living with quick access to big-city amenities—whether it’s shopping, entertainment, or professional opportunities. It’s the perfect blend of rural calm and urban convenience.

Ellwood City is described as being in the “middle of everywhere. ” The friendly, small borough with countless amenities is accessible from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Interstate-79, I-80, and I-376. It is only a 40-minute drive from the Pittsburgh International Airport and is within a two-hour drive from Erie, Pa., and Cleveland.

The Ellwood City downtown business district features a new 12,560-square-foot, state-of-the-art $2.1 million library; a seasonal Saturday morning Farmer’s Market; coffee shops; free Wi-Fi; fitness and wellness services; specialty stores; restaurants; government services; banking; the Ellwood City Historical Society; and the Chamber of Commerce.

Many who work in Ellwood City can walk or bike to their jobs and to home-style restaurants and fast-food places, or brown bag it at the Community Plaza and the 7th Street Mini-Park.

Nature lovers will feel right at home in Ellwood City, which is surrounded by parks, rivers and scenic trails and offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing and enjoying the outdoors. Nearby destinations like Moraine State Park make weekend adventures easy and accessible.

Ewing Park offers a unique walking trail along the Connoquenessing Creek as well as basketball courts, a swimming pool, 10 picnic shelters, an outdoor theater, and an impressive playground called Kid’s Created Kingdom. Annually, the park hosts an Earth Day celebration, Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas-in-the-Park and the Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival.

Olde Stonewall Golf Club in Ellwood City is a premier public golfing destination. Since its opening in 1999, this 7,100-yard course, masterfully designed by renowned architects Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry, has garnered national acclaim, including consistent rankings in Golf Digest’s “America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses.” Beyond the fairways, visitors can indulge in fine dining at Shakespeare’s Restaurant, enhancing the overall experience.

With its historic charm, annual festivals, and beautiful public spaces, Ellwood City is more than just a place to live — it’s a place to belong. Whether returning to your roots or discovering it for the first time, Ellwood City offers a warm welcome and a lifestyle worth embracing.

Why Ellwood City?

Ellwood City boasts more than 125 years of history built on industry, innovation and a deep commitment to community. It is constantly adapting to the demands of the 21st century while maintaining its ethnic heritage. Home to the first seamless tubing factory in the United States, Ellwood City helped revolutionize transportation by making bicycles more accessible and popular. The borough is also known for several firsts, including hosting the nation’s first after-prom party in 1947 and airing the first live cable TV broadcast of a local government meeting in 1967. Through every chapter of its story, Ellwood City has continued to make history by prioritizing the well-being of its residents.

Many businesses proudly call Ellwood City home, contributing to the community’s growth, convenience, and character.

• Korco Manufacturing Inc
• UB Trucking
• Ellwood City Forge Group
• Hoffmeier Self Storage
• McElwain Motors
• Ellwood Quality Steels Company

Ellwood City takes pride in offering quality educational opportunities through its local public school systems. The Ellwood City Area School District provides a supportive and student-focused environment, with dedicated schools serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The district emphasizes a well-rounded education with access to advanced coursework, extracurricular activities, and specialized support services. Nearby, the Riverside Beaver County School District also serves parts of the community and is known for strong academics and community involvement.

With several respected colleges and universities just a short drive away, Ellwood City offers families and students a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Geneva College, The University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Institute of Technology, Grove City University, Slippery Rock University, Thiel College, Youngstown State University and Westminster College are all within a one-hour drive.

Ellwood City’s amenities, which includes a municipal electric system, have proven to be the right mix for a variety of businesses and industries. The borough also has its own municipally managed Revolving Loan Fund and is ready to work with prospective businesses to make locating in the community feasible and economical.

Why not explore the many opportunities in Ellwood City? Visit 525 Lawrence Ave to see all this borough has to offer. 

Site opportunities include:

Ellwood City Medical Center

• 100,000 sq. ft. of office space

603 Bridge Street

• 18,000 sq. ft. of space for office, school, or rest home

For Lease | Former Ellwood City Hospital

• 140,000 sq. ft. of turn-key space and existing medical equipment

Public Power and AMP

Public power utilities are not-for-profit, community-owned electric systems that work to provide the highest-quality, most reliable power to residents and businesses. They are part of the communities and focus on what is best for the people and businesses they serve.

American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) is the nonprofit wholesale power supplier and services provider for more than 130 Members in the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, a joint action agency with nine Delaware municipal members. Combined, these Member municipal electric utilities serve approximately 661,000 customers. AMP Members receive their power supply from a diversified resource mix that includes wholesale power purchases through AMP and the open market and energy produced at AMP and Member-owned generating facilities utilizing fossil fuel, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and other renewable resources.

For more information about our Member communities and programs, visit searchampsites.com.