Welcome to College Heights

 

A variety of homes from historic to contemporary grace the shaded streets of College Heights. Not far from North Atherton's restaurants and shopping, this quiet neighborhood is also within walking distance to the Penn State campus. Sunset Park and well-maintained homes make this established neighborhood picturesque. The following information is based on a variety of sources, including a survey of about 20 representative homes on the market.

 

Neighborhood Description:
  • Approximate price range of homes- $145,000 - $300,000 (with some at $600,000)
  • Approximate size of development- large (> 500 homes)
  • Approximate age of development- homes from 1925, 1940's, 1960's, and 2002
  • Approximate size of lots- .17 - .45 acres
  • Setting- tree-lined streets with main road (North Atherton) dividing neighborhood in half
  • Topography- gradually sloping hills with plenty of established trees
  • Style of homes- cape, 2-story, bungalow, ranch, contemporary, split level, historic
  • Builders- variety of builders, including Sears-built, Wm. Haijar, Josef Vander, Levi Homes, for example
Municipality & Schools:
  • Township- Borough of State College
  • Elementary school- Radio Park
  • Middle school- Park Forest Middle School
  • High school- State College Area Senior High
Parks and Recreation:
  • Sunset Park, with playground equipment and picnic pavilion
Utilities:
  • Water- Public
  • Sewer- City
  • Natural gas- available
  • Cable- available

All information provided is believed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed! 

Prospective purchasers of any real estate should check all data to their satisfaction! 

Page last updated: 2-16-05