State College Real Estate Blog

691 Devonshire Drive - State College, PA

691 Devonshire Drive - State College, PA

End the space race with this classic two-story home in Park Forest Village. Cozy family room with a wood burning fireplace, Bamboo strand flooring and open into kitchen and an amazing atrium featuring skylights, heated tile and built in breakfast nook. Very spacious bedrooms, finished lower level, screened in porch all on a large private lot. **Gas line is run to the house (gas fireplace in atrium connected). ***Home Warranty Included. In 2016 these owners started a holiday light display using chicken wire and lights, which can now be found throughout Park Forest Village and raises awareness and support for our local food pantry. Call us for more details at 814-238-8080 or email [email protected].

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317 Homan Avenue - State College, PA

317 Homan Avenue - State College, PA

Spacious ranch home with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, just a short distance from Penn State! Enjoy summer evenings with friends and family in the expansive backyard or get into the spirit on game days where you can hear every touchdown from Beaver Stadium! Inside this home you will find original hardwood flooring and plenty of space for everyone from the 2 living spaces upstairs to the large basement downstairs with separate rooms to create into a guest room or different themed rec rooms. The possibilities are endless! Call us for more details at 814-238-8080 or email [email protected].

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CULTURE CORNER: Palmer Museum of Art

The Palmer Museum of Art, situated in State College on Penn State’s University Park Campus, is a free-admission arts resource center for the university, Centre County and surrounding Central Pennsylvania.

Opened in 1972 and remodeled in 1993 by post-modernist architect Charles W. Moore, it holds 9,600 items. Particularly strong areas include the museum’s collections of American art from the late 18th century to the present, old master paintings, prints and photography, ceramics and studio glass, and a growing collection of modern and contemporary art.

After strolling through the permanent galleries, make sure you check out the current exhibitions, which rotate seasonally. Many of these exhibits are by world-renowned artists from all periods and places,...

235 Musser Lane - Bellefonte, PA

235 Musser Lane - Bellefonte, PA

Lovingly maintained & recently renovated home on .47 acres w/ beautiful views! Conveniently located close to downtown Bellefonte & within minutes of I-99 and I-80, offering an easy commute to State College & PSU. New HW throughout the LR, DR, kitchen & hallway. Updates to the kitchen include a new SS refrigerator, dishwasher & tile backsplash. The DR opens to an oversized 3 season sunroom with wall to wall windows flooding the space with light. The master bath has been expanded & completely remodeled to include all new fixtures & ceramic tile. New carpet & updated 2nd full bath complete the main floor. The lower level boasts a great FR w/ new propane fireplace & walkout to a covered patio. An oversized 2 car garage with new doors and shed are just a few of the additional features. Owners have done extensive landscaping...

1635 Circleville Road - State College, PA

1635 Circleville Road - State College, PA

Open concept with lots of natural light. Home feels like a private getaway with large 19'7x10 screen porch plus deck overlooking a lush green fairly private yard. 14'x13'6 separate building complete with skylight and hot tub could become an artist studio or private home office. Across from bike path leading to PSU & more! Awesome location. Call us for more details at 814-238-8080 or email [email protected].

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905 Walnut Street - State College, PA

905 Walnut Street - State College, PA

Home sweet home! Discover this delightful and welcoming dwelling within the Borough of State College. Enjoy an updated kitchen with tile flooring, attractive tile backsplash and easy access to the side yard. The dining and living rooms are spacious, bright and open featuring hardwood floors and ample natural light. You will also value the flexibility of a first-floor bedroom and/or office space with full bath. Two generous bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bath complete the upper level. Residents love the neighborhood, mature trees and corner lot location. Notable: freshly painted exterior and trim, new retaining wall at garage entrance, natural gas, “as is” tiled fireplace ready for insert, central air, garage, radon mitigated, plenty of off-street parking—a lot to love. Call us for more details...

IMPROVING YOUR HOME: Affordable Kitchen Updates

Kitchen updates can be expensive, with many homeowners spending between $13,000 and $37,000 on a full kitchen upgrade!

Fortunately, there are many smaller projects that make a big impact on an outdated kitchen — all without spending more than a month’s mortgage payment! Whether you’ve lived in your home for years or just got the keys, we have some affordable ideas to help spruce up your culinary corner.

  • Bring in a pattern. To spruce up a bland kitchen, try adding a vintage-inspired rug or wallpaper with a floral print. A patterned backsplash can be a bit more expensive, but is also a great way to add a fresh look to your space. You can even try a few patterns at the same time, just make sure they have a linking color in them.
  • Add pendant lights. Think of these as a great accessory that helps bring your look together to make a statement. Styles change, and fresh...

340 Timberton Circle - Bellefonte, PA

340 Timberton Circle - Bellefonte, PA

3D Tour | The beauty of Timberton Estates & easy 1 floor living are to be found in this stylish sprawling ranch w/ stone facade, HW & tile floors, & open plan. A serene palette greets you in the sun soaked great room w/ soaring vaulted ceilings w/ skylights, and windows that greet the tree lined yard. Enjoy culinary projects in the chic kitchen w/ granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, sleek appliances, & a breakfast nook perfect for enjoying morning coffee. After a long day, sneak away to the spacious master suite to take a soak in the jetted master bathtub. Each bedroom includes special touches of high ceilings & large windows w/ a well-designed flow providing privacy. Perfect for the sports enthusiast, transform the spacious LL to your game day paradise, w/ a guest bedroom w/ full windows...

Centre County MLS Report - May 26, 2020

5 Centre County School Districts'* Active Residential Listings as of May 26, 2020: 268

Average List Price of Active Listings: ­$394,110

Average Days on Market of Active Listings:­ 107

Residential Sales Activity for May 17, 2020 - May 23, 2020

New Listings:­ 53 Listings that Pended: 53 Listings that Closed:­ 13
State College School District: 30 State College School District: 22 State College School District: 8
Bellefonte School District: 12 Bellefonte School District: 20 Bellefonte School District: 3
Other School District: 11 Other School District: 11 Other School District: 2
Average List Price: ­$311,816 Average List Price: ­$269,722 Average Closed Price: ­$280,903
N/A Average Days on Market:...

110 Fieldstone Lane - Bellefonte, PA

110 Fieldstone Lane - Bellefonte, PA

Take a 3D Tour | An impeccable 2-story, brick front condo only a short drive to State College. The updated kitchen features granite counters, white cabinetry, SS appliances, and an eat-at bar. Kitchen is open to the dining area, which has sliders to the rear patio that overlooks open space and is the perfect, tranquil setting. Second floor features a generous master with numerous windows for abundant natural light and charm. Double closets and an en-suite full bath completes the master. The additional bedroom also features a private en-suite full bath and excellent closet space. A handy second floor laundry with newer stackable washer and dryer. Additional improvements include updated lighting fixtures and hardware throughout. Condo fee includes exterior grass, snow, trash, common area maintenance...