How far can $373K get you in Centre County’s home market? Check out some recent sales

Matt DiSanto
·5 min read

How much will $373,000 get you these days if you’re shopping for a house in the State College area?

That figure was the median home sale price in Centre County in February, according to the Centre County Association of Realtors’ most recent monthly market report. The county’s mid-point home sale price is up more than 20% year-over-year.

Local housing markets vary throughout Centre County, but if you’re using the median sale price as your budget, what are your options? To answer that question and more, we’re featuring several Centre County homes that recently sold for roughly the same price or below.

122 Wellington Drive

A front-facing view of a recently sold home at 122 Wellington Drive in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.
A front-facing view of a recently sold home at 122 Wellington Drive in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.

Built in 1995, this duplex-style State College home sold for $373,000 in mid-February, according to its Zillow page. The property totals 1,835 square feet spread across four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

“The kitchen features a breakfast bar and is open to the dining area and sun room, delivering a spacious feel,” the home’s Zillow listing reads. “Numerous windows provide pleasant natural light and inviting living spaces. The family room is vaulted and generous with access to an outdoor patio.”

A view of the entrance, living room and kitchen at 122 Wellington Drive in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.
A view of the entrance, living room and kitchen at 122 Wellington Drive in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.

The home also features a two-car garage and an outdoor porch. Membership in the development, which costs $415 per month, grants access to a community clubhouse, as well as an in-ground swimming pool and services like snow removal, Zillow says.

The clubhouse within the Wellington Greens condominium community in State College. Photo shared with permission from 122 Wellington Drive’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.
The clubhouse within the Wellington Greens condominium community in State College. Photo shared with permission from 122 Wellington Drive’s listing agent, Beth Richards of Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group.

This property sits within the Wellington Greens condominium community located just off South Atherton Street. Mount Nittany Elementary School is less than a mile away, while State College Area High School is about 2.2 miles across town.

Size: 1,835 square feet

Year built: 1995

Price per square foot: $203

Property taxes: $4,652 in 2022, according to Zillow

179 Barrington Lane

A front-facing view of the property at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
A front-facing view of the property at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

This two-story Bellefonte home sold for $360,000 in early March, according to its online Zillow listing. The property, constructed in 2013, covers 2,304 square feet.

A warm front porch sits outside the front door, which leads to a two-story foyer complete with hardwood floors. Available rooms include four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a home office that could double as a dining room, according to the online description.

A look inside the kitchen and dining room at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
A look inside the kitchen and dining room at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

“The spacious kitchen delivers an oversized island and breakfast bar, solid oak cabinetry and a pantry,” the Zillow listing reads. “The bright and cheery morning room is overflowing with natural light and features a vaulted ceiling, plus a sliding glass door to the rear deck that overlooks the peaceful backyard. The family room adjoins the kitchen making this wonderful space while entertaining guests.”

Additionally, this Bellefonte home boasts a laundry room that has its own exterior entrance that is “perfect for muddy paws and shoes,” the listing reads. The property also includes a two-car garage and an unfinished basement that is “pre-plumbed” for a potential bathroom and wet bar.

A bedroom inside the home at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
A bedroom inside the home at 179 Barrington Lane in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

The home’s Amberleigh neighborhood is located roughly 1.5 miles away from Bellefonte Elementary School, Bellefonte Area Middle School and Bellefonte Area High School.

Size: 2,304 square feet

Year built: 2013

Price per square foot: $156

Property taxes: $4,427 in 2022, according to Zillow

179 Timberwood Trail

A front-facing view of the home at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.
A front-facing view of the home at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.

Over in Centre Hall, this property sold for $370,000 in mid-March. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom home occupies 2,601 square feet and was built in 2019, according to its online Zillow listing.

Inside, you’ll find several amenities, including a walk-in shower in the main bedroom, a mudroom off of the garage and a 900-square-foot upstairs loft that could be used to entertain guests or house a home gym or office.

A look inside the kitchen at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.
A look inside the kitchen at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.

“This home boasts sleek finishes, a thoughtful floor plan and attention to detail carried throughout,” the online description reads. “Step through the front door into your spacious, light and bright living room that flows into the Pinterest-worthy kitchen boasting white cabinetry, tile backsplash, stainless appliances and a spacious island with room for seating.”

A view of the master bedroom’s bathroom and walk-in shower at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.
A view of the master bedroom’s bathroom and walk-in shower at 179 Timberwood Trail in Centre Hall. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Brian Rutter of Keller Williams Advantage Realty.

This Centre Hall home is located just outside of Boalsburg and falls within the State College Area School District. Mount Nittany Elementary School is less than 5 miles away.

Size: 2,601 square feet

Year built: 2019

Price per square foot: $142

Property taxes: $3,387 in 2022, according to Zillow

700 Mountain Stone Road

A front-facing view of the property at 700 Mountain Stone Road near Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
A front-facing view of the property at 700 Mountain Stone Road near Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

Back in Bellefonte, this home sold for $347,000 in mid-March, according to its online Zillow listing. The property features three bedrooms and three bathrooms spread across nearly 2,000 square feet.

A look at the living room and kitchen at 700 Mountain Stone Road in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
A look at the living room and kitchen at 700 Mountain Stone Road in Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

The home, located within the Stony Pointe condominium development, offers abundant natural light, an open-concept floor plan and “striking light features,” according to its online listing, which says the interior was recently painted. The kitchen features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while the dining room boasts a bump-out bay. The living room is fitted with a fireplace and topped with a vaulted ceiling.

A sliding glass door leads to a spacious deck in the backyard. Other amenities include an unfinished walk-out basement, a first-floor laundry room and a one-car garage.

The view from the backyard deck at 700 Mountain Stone Road near Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.
The view from the backyard deck at 700 Mountain Stone Road near Bellefonte. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Ryan Lowe of RE/MAX Centre Realty.

An undisclosed “low monthly fee” covers snow removal, as well as lawn care and trash collection, according to the online listing.

Size: 1,988 square feet

Year built: 2020

Price per square foot: $174

Property taxes: $3,470 in 2022, according to Zillow

553 Lanceshire Lane

A front-facing view of the property at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.
A front-facing view of the property at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.

This State College home sold for $345,000 in early March, according to its online Zillow listing. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom property is located just near the Park Forest Village neighborhood off of Atherton Street.

A look inside the kitchen at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.
A look inside the kitchen at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.

The home’s living room features a private office and a bathroom that welcome work-from-home lifestyles, according to the online listing. The kitchen, meanwhile, boasts dark, wooden cabinets, plenty of counter space and an overhead fan for warm summer days. A two-car garage rounds out some of the more notable amenities.

A view of an interior room at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.
A view of an interior room at 553 Lanceshire Lane in State College. Photo shared with permission from home’s listing agent, Timothy Flanagan of Kissinger, Bigatel and Brower Realtors.

Part of the 1,954-square-foot home’s draw comes from its exterior, according to the online listing.

“Located on a quiet street near multiple parks, this property will draw you in with meticulously crafted landscaping,” the listing reads. “You will fall in love with the gardens and beds before ever stepping foot inside.”

Size: 1,954 square feet

Year built: 1977

Price per square foot: $176

Property taxes: $3,947 in 2022, according to Zillow