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Contents
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate..................18 Coldwell Banker Town & Country ............ FC, 20-26 Deer Meadow........................................................4 Herbert Dempsie Enterprise ................................19 Holiday Hills........................................................17 Holtz....................................................................36 Howard Hanna .............................................. 30-32 John Hill Realty............................................. 37-40 Joyce T. Phillips Real Estate ................................15 Lang Real Estate .................................................34 Lisa Fry Real Living ....................................... 28-29 Perry Wellington .......................................... 14, BC Remax...................................................... 2-11, IFC Highlands Resort Realty......................................13
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RE/MAX Kathy Chabala Brad Adams Agent 946-9355 CENTRALPAHOMES4SALE.COM Owner
NEW LISTING
801 General Jones Dr., Tyrone - Was Citizen’s Bank, drive thru - Lots of Possibilities for new business! 12 parking spaces in Rear w/option of additional on side of building. $100,000. #56611
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312 Allegheny St., Hollidaysburg Was Citizen’s Bank, drive thru - Lots of Possibilities for new business! 12 parking spaces in Rear w/option of additional on side of building. $395,000. #56544
Convention Center Blvd. - Location, location, location. This is where your business needs to be! Prime commercial ground in the up & coming area of Convention Center Blvd. Access to Public water and Public sewer. Property has been recently surveyed. #43943 1318 Blue Knob SCC Extrovert, Claysburg - Totally remodeled 3rd flr, 2 BR 2 BA condo w/ FP, balcony, wet bar. Across from in-ground pool. Everything new, incl furniture. Many amenities w/ resort. $256/ mo assoc fee incl: outside maintenance, hot tubs, indoor/outdoor pools, tennis court, trash removal. Golf & skiing for a fee. $59,900. #54918
4185 Shaffersville Rd., Alexandria - Amazing piece of history, was a Bed & Breakfast but currently converted into 4 apts. 2 - efficency & 2 - 1 BR apts. Great invest! $530,000. #42841
Lot #31 Granada Way, Altoona - Great View. All utilities on site. Lot is irregular.. 330’x217’ IRR $34,900. #56441
Lot #5 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Stadium Dr., Bellwood - Rt. 220N directly beside First Commonwealth Bank, Bellwood. Has frontage on Rt. 220N and access off of Stadium Drive. Utilities available-gas, electric, water + sewer. $385,000. #56442
LAND IN CLAYSBURG - Mostly cleared & surveyed to build. Call Brad Adams at 946-9355. $16,500. #51145
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Dolores A. Capriotti REALTOR, CRS
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1001 Logan Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602 Office: 814-946-9355 Cell: 814-934-3054 www.centralpabuysellhomes.com Email: dolorescapriottirealtor@gmail.com
LUXURIOUS HOME! 24 Sylvan Oaks, Hollidaysburg- Are you looking for a luxurious home? This elegantly built brick/vinyl home, w/ uncompromising quality commands attention. Every detail has meticulously thought out from granite counters & flrs, marble flrs, H/W flrs, lacquer cabinets, vaulted ceilings, impressive foyer entrance. Bsmt is completely fin w/ full kitchen, dining area, FR, doors leading to decorative stone patio, full BA. 2 car att garage & 2 car det garage. 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs. This home was built for buyer looking for a one of a kind luxury home. Located in Sylvan East, Hollidaysburg. Don’t miss this one! $625,000. #56869
ALL BRICK HOME! 242 Stonehedge Rd., Hollidaysburg - All brick home situated on .85 ac, perfect area in Stonehedge. Foyer w/ HW flrs. Office is located near foyer, ceramic flr in kitchen w/ quartz counters, oak cabinets, eat-in kitchen, formal DR w/ double hung doors to deck, formal LR w/ gas insert FP, all season room, huge FR w/ beamed ceilings, brick wood burning FP, built ins, 4 BR w/ extensive Master BR W/I closet, master BR w/ dressing room. Bsmt is completely fin. Swimming pool & 2 car garage. $475,000. #56832
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435 Orangewood Dr., Altoona - Perfect home in 55+ Eldorado Mobile Park. 2 BRs, 1 BA, new front porch. Carport & screened in patio. This home has been meticulously cared for & updated since owner purchase. New heat pump/AC, windows have been replaced, seller replaced flring, elec sys, storm drs (1 is retractable), flring, S/S appliances. All you need is to move your furniture in. $25,000. #56819
ALL SEASON RESORT 1206 Expressway Blue Knob S&CC, Claysburg - All year resort! Own this fully furn condo for full time living or vacation condo. Condo has 2 BAs, 2 BR, cozy LR w/ wood FP, balcony off LR, kitchen w/ all appliances & eating area. 2nd flr condo. Enjoy skiing & snowboarding in the winter & golfing, hiking in the summer. Condo is located next door to laundry facility. Elec heat w/ wood FP. $39,900. #56745
NEW LISTING
560 5th St., Colver - Family of six welcomes your family to their treasured space. Corner lot home w/ 4 car garage att has 4-5 BRs, family gathering kitchen, spacious LR, 1st flr BR, storage room, 1st flr laundry & 1st flr BA. Addit’l 4 BRs on 2nd flr w/ full BA (no shower). Perfect for your family! $174,500. #57017
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35 Seneca Ave., Altoona - A PLACE WITH SPACE! THE PLACE TO START IS HERE! This 4 BR home w/ lg LR, wood FP, lg office plus addit’l room for family/guest entertainment. Bsmt is fin w/ bar area. 2 car oversize garage& door leading to covered patio. Always wanted to work from home, this is a perfect opportunity for that dream to come true. Driveway will accommodate multiple parking spaces. Needs some updates but many possibilities. Mansion Park area. $179,000. #56027
415 26th Ave., Altoona - Downsizing? First home? Take a look at this 1 1/2 sty charmer. Addition has been added to the kitchen, 20x12 (est.) deck just off kitchen, 3 BRs (1 BR is used as a laundry presently), 1 full BA on 1st flr, 2nd flr offers spacious BR, AC, 1 car att garage. $119,900. #56944
3032 W Chestnut Ave., Altoona - Are you tired of looking for your new home? This 3 BR home w/ 15x19 FR addition. Spacious LR & DR. BRs on 2nd flr have great closets. BA is oversized. Hdwd flrs under all carpet except addition. Hot water heat. Workspace in bsmt, deck, pond w/ a well, carport for off st parking. $89,000. #57035
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Johnstown Rd., East Freedom - 1.04 acs. Great building site. No utilities. $17,900. #52275
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Deer Meadow Active 55+ Gated Community
Across from Frankstown Twp. Elementary On Reservoir Road, Hollidaysburg
! BUILDING NO0W $192,00
Plan NOW to build at Deer Meadow a 55+ Gated Community where you enjoy 1 story living without all the headaches.
OWN YOUR OWN HOME WITH NO MAINTENANCE HASSLES Best move I ever made. - Burt Hollen
AMENITIES: • Community Building • Swimming Pool • Exercise Facility • Game Room • Lighted Walk Paths • Planned Picnic Areas For more details, photos, floor plans & frequently asked questions
Dolores A. Capriotti, REALTOR 934-3054 or 948-9355
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Janet L. Burley GRI Associate Broker
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2 STORY COMMERCIAL COMPLEX
1520 E. Walton Ave., Altoona - 2 sty commercial complex w/ approx 8,000 sq ft. Updated office space, conference rooms, training rooms, 3 half BAs. Warehouse/garage space w/ overhead storage. 2 new furnaces, C/A, new metal roof, one 10’ overhead door & long bay. Large level lot with potential for more parking. $334,900. #53187
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1001 Logan Blvd., Altoona • 946-9355 935-2240 • DOUGKEHR@GMAIL.COM • WWW.DOUGKEHR.COM NEW LISTING 313 2nd St., Williamsburg - 8 unit apt building w/ fantastic rental history. All units have sep heat, sep elec, owner pays trash, water & sewer. $199,900. #57126
NEW LISTING 200 High St., Williamsburg - 7 unit apt building plus a store front. 4 apts currently rented, many possibilities for a business to occupy the store front. Heat & elec is sep. Owner pays trash, water/sewer. $175,000. #57122
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4105 W. Chestnut Ave., Altoona - Very private location sits this 3 BR, 1 BA home on lg lot, lg 2 car det garage. There is an additional lot next door that will go with the house to make a total of over 1/2 ac of land. Property is being sold “as is”. $115,000. #56687
9837 Vance David Ln., Mill Creek Secluded approx 52 acs all wooded land w/ septic sys installed, fantastic building site on side of mountain w/ excellent hunting. Mins to Raystown Lake & Snyders Run. $157,000. #56404
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682 Mountain Rd., East Freedom - Easy access to I-99. Nice brick & vinyl home with addition, cherry kitchen, sun room, integral garage + 2 sty detached garage on 3.97 ac private setting. Great price! $267,900. J-416
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523 Cherry St., Martinsburg - Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA brick rancher, kitchen w/ custom cherry cabinets, 1st flr FR w/ cathedral ceiling, 2 gas FPs, 2 car att garage. $233,900. J-488 E
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201 Ridgecrest Dr., Martinsburg - Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA, granite counters, vaulted ceiling, 2 walk in showers in a 55+ land lease community at The Village. $195,000. J-475. SELLER WILLING TO PAY $35,000 TOWARD LAND LEASE OR ADJUST PRICE TO $160,000
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125 Byron Ave., Altoona - Great Altoona location corner of Tennyson & Byron Ave. 2 unit 2 BR apt building w/2 bay garage + sep comm building (less than a block from Frankstown Rd & Pleasant Valley Blvd). $175,000. J-499
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HALL OF FAME IT’S YOUR CHOICE ASK FOR JOYCE! AWARD WINNER 814-946-9355 Ext. 315 • Cell: 329-3509
LD SO 2347 Lower Clover Creek, Williamsburg - Country living, great opportunity! 3 BR home + 5 unit apt building w/sep heat & elec. Live in one unit & rent the rest. Good Income. 2.89 acs. $150,000 J-498
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5310 Clover Creek Rd Williamsburg 4 BR, 2 baths vinyl sided home w/ den/ office, spacious modern kitchen & baths + 2 car garage on .93 ac country setting. $145,000 J-502
825 Main St., Coalport - New improvements to 1st flr storefront! Plus 4 unit residential apts. 3rd flr was a large ballroom & has many possibilities. $99,900. J-415 ICE
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472 & 476 Broad St., Hopewell - NBC schools. 2 homes for the price of 1! Great opportunity. Public sewer, shared well, 2 separate homes on 1 lot w/ 2 car int garage. Both currently tenant occupied. $92,900 J-505
108 W Allegheny St., Martinsburg Great location at Martinsburg traffic light. 4 BR apt plus 6 office spaces w/ parking spaces in back. $89,900 J-500
908 Main St., Coalport - Many possibilities! Grand old brick building orig the Grenadier Hotel. So much character. Possibility of 12 rental units (updated roof, windows, furnaces), 1st flr storefront plus garage & 2 sty duplex. $86,900. J-414
309-11 High St., Williamsburg - 2 unit duplex w/ 2 BRs each. One side rented for extra income or use as investment & rent both units. $78,900 J-501
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113 S. Market St., Martinsburg - Great investor opportunity. 2 units 2nd flr already rented + has separate utilities + 2 BRs each, blacktop drive + off street parking. Zoned Town Center District. All for $75,000! J-484 W NE
520 Poplar St., Roaring Spring - Wonderful 2 BR 1+ BA home w/ 1st flr laundry, formal DR, nice front porch. Great for the 1st time buyer or investor! $65,000. J-491
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273 Spruce St., Tipton - 3 BR, 2 BA mobile home, garden tub & sep shower in master bath, oversized garage. .41 acs near Delgrosso Park. $63,900 J-494
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177 Fulton St, Wood - Nice 3 BR, 1 BA 1/2 double home w/ large eat-in kitchen, enclosed front porch & screened in back porch. $47,900. J-489
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239 Albright Dr., Duncansville - 4.54 wooded acs in Freedom Twp w/well, public sewer & nice view. $89,900. J-401
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137 Horton Rd., Rt. 915, Hopewell 3.3 acres. 2 car garage, blacktop drive, well, public sewer. $38,000. J-178
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HALL OF FAME IT’S YOUR CHOICE ASK FOR JOYCE! AWARD WINNER 814-946-9355 Ext. 315 • Cell: 329-3509
Enjoy your OWN Condo this Ski Season or Live There All Year Round!
GREAT AFFORDABLE PRICES!!! BLUE KNOB 4-SEASONS RESORT. Fully furnished condos. Amenities include outside maintenance, hottubs, indoor + outdoor pools, tennis court. (Skiing & golf for extra fee) 1125 Deer Run - 1st flr 2 BR 2 BA condo with lots of room for your friends & family. $49,500 J-442
1202 Expressway Nice 2nd flr 2 BR, 2 BA condo w/ laundry hookup. Wet bar off LR. $46,900. J-449
1102 Expressway - 1st flr 2 BR 2 BA w/hdwd flrs, ceramic tile, new appls, counters, vinyl windows & screened balcony. $45,000 J-503
1219 Extrovert - 2nd flr 2 BR, 2 BA w/ wet bar. Sleeps 6. $43,900 J-473
1213 Stembogan - 2nd flr 2 BR, 2 BA condo across from hot tub building. $43,500 J-497
1316 Stembogan 3rd flr 2 BR, 2 BA condo across from indoor hot tub. $42,500. J-463
1124 Deer Run Immaculate 1st flr 2BR, 2 BA condo w/ view of woods from back balcony. $42,000 J-481
1321 Extrovert - 3rd flr 2 BR, 2 BA w/ wet bar, located across from tennis court & outdoor pool. $39,900. J-471
1210 Mambo - 2nd flr (sleeps 6) built in bunk beds, sleeper sofa & separate bedroom. $39,500 J-484
1109 Mambo - 1st flr 1 BR condo. Sleeps 6, sofa bed in LR & built-in bunk beds in hallway. $38,500 J-472
1207 Mambo - 2nd flr condo. Sleeps 6. Separate private BR plus hallway built-in bunk beds, LR w/ sleeper sofa. Nice balcony $34,500. #J-448
1232 Bunny Hop - 2nd flr condo, new carpet, private BR plus built-in bunk beds. Sleeps 6. $34,500 J-492
1208 Mambo - 2nd flr condo w/ built-in bunk beds + private BR, counter bar in kitchen. $33,900 J-495
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C1503 - 3rd floor Loft studio w/ skylight, spiral stairs & vaulted ceilings. Sleeps 6. $29,900. J-453
C1403 - 3rd flr condo w/ skylights & spiral stairs to loft. $28,900 J-496
C903 - Studio with loft, sleeps 6, fully furnished. Nice wooded view off balcony. $26,900 J-479
B103 - Loft condo. Sleeps 6. Balcony overlooks the indoor pool building & has a nice wooded view. $24,900. J-425
B101 - 1st flr studio w/ updated kitchen & new breakfast bar dining area added w/ stools + new TV & freshly painted. $19,000. J-378
C1201 - 1st floor studio. Fully furnished including alcove bed, fireplace & balcony. $18,900. J-470
B202 - Nice 2nd flr studio. New vinyl tilt windows, sliding door, tv, microwave, refrigerator & ceiling fan. J-436
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S-M-L-XL... I sell homes in ALL sizes. Results Realty Group 946-9355 Tracy Geis 937-8197 RealtorTracy123@gmail.com
Goods Ln., Altoona - Commercial parcel ready for construction. Lot size is 600x150 w/ cleared area of 250x110. Billboard income is $1,800 year. $55,000. #39673
Lot 39 Ivyside Estates Ln., Altoona Awesome rural lot in Ivyside Estates w/ magnificent vistas awaits the building of your new home. This partially wooded lot near the Altoona PSU Campus offers the benefits of living in a rural setting but with the convenience of paved roads, Twp services & close proximity to schools & shopping. This gently sloping lot is .54 acs & has utilities ready for hookup. Ideal for nature lovers! Must see to appreciate. Setbacks are established by Logan Twip. 12’ side setbacks & 30’ front & back. There is a french drain installed at the front of the lot for curb appeal & ease of mowing. Previously it was a ditch. $39,900. #52538
Lot 7 Estate Dr., Duncansville - .42 ac lot. Build your dream home on this lot in beautiful Maple Hollow Estates. $29,900. #53856 Lot 10 Estate Dr., Duncansville - .36 ac lot. Build your dream home on this lot in beautiful Maple Hollow Estates. $29,900. #53857
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1001 Logan Blvd. • Altoona, PA 16602 • www.lindawatt.com NEW PRICE
3 BR, eat-in kitchen on lg flat lot w/ 2 car & 1 car garages. $134,900. #56471 COMMERCIAL FOR SALE OR LEASE. 3,500 sq ft. Brick office bldg on corner lot w/ multiple offices & garage, 2nd flr offers addit’l offices & break room. $149,900. #53453
ROARING SPRING Roaring Sping vinyl sided 3 BR home w/ 1st flr 3/4 BA & laundry. Bonus rm on 1st flr. Fin 3rd flr for addit’l space of 4th BR. Nice side porch & 3 car garage. $134,900 #55585
COMMERCIAL Put your business on 1st flr, live on the 2nd flr. Brick building in Logan Twp. May also consider leasing 1st flr. $299,900. #51953
Now is a great time to sell. Call me to list your home.
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HOMEBUYER’S HANDY Checklist
Looking for a home takes a lot of effort. Here’s a checklist to make your search a little easier. In one comprehensive format, comparing the pros and cons of potential real estate buys becomes a cinch. Take this helpful guide on your house hunting adventure.
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What’s In A Neighborhood?
Everything. What’s the most important thing when buying a house? Some say price. Some say location. Some say the home itself. There is an argument to be made, however, that the most important thing is actually the neighborhood. Not every community is right for every person, so you’ll want to carefully consider what you want in your neighborhood. Do you want easy access to local restaurants, businesses bars and shops? Or, do you want to or a thriving retail district. live in an area with larger homes where Be sure to check out the public people take care of their yards and services that are offered. With public spend the weekends gardening? These revenues declining, many municipalities aren’t your only two options, but you’ll are cutting back on important public want to carefully consider your needs services like police, libraries and parks. and desires before scouting potential Check the public space to see if they neighborhoods. have had to cut back recently and check When you have some neighborhoods the paper for recent news and any in mind, be sure to visit several times information about what’s happening that at different times of the day. In the mornings and evenings, you can observe could affect the local economy. Local crime statistics are often available on traffic patterns and see how easy it is to the Web, and you can check to see what get around. During the day, particularly general trends are in your on weekends, you can chosen neighborhood. see if people are out and Not every community If you are not buying about, taking care of their your retirement home, is right for every homes, or if they are you might want to think holed up inside. You might person, so you’ll about the resale value of discover that the home you want to carefully the home and how that thought was quiet is near relates to the surrounding consider what a racetrack and you’ll be neighborhood. dealing with noise every you want in your Neighborhoods that have weekend in the summer. neighborhood. been resilient in tough You can’t find out this times and not ballooned information from just one in boom times are more visit, and it’s worth your likely to hold their value. You can also time to investigate. think about maintaining access to the If you have children, of course, you’ll best of all worlds—a little privacy, a want to consider the quality of the local little community spirit, a little retail—in schools and the general safety of the neighborhoods. You should also consider order to cast your resale net as wide as possible. access to local parks, community There are a lot of things that you can’t centers or other activities for kids. tell about neighborhood until you are Talking to local business owners out in it, and the last thing you want about the neighborhood is a great idea. is to find out that you’ve just signed They can give you a perspective that your name to a 30-year mortgage in a you can’t get from local homeowners, neighborhood you just can’t stand. Home potentially alerting you to changes buying is too intensive to make that kind in the commercial structure of the of mistake. neighborhood—a new big-box store coming in, problems with vacant
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CELEBRATING 47 YEARS IN BUSINESS 1973-2020! HOLLIDAYSBURG #54839 - Classic Hollidaysburg Estate. Stone home nestled on a 1.52 ac Sylvan setting. Summer entertaining is easy w/ in-ground pool, pool house & lighted tennis court. Int boasts a spacious kitchen w/ granite c-tops, HW flrs, beamed ceiling FR & plenty of BRs & BAs for everyone. Many extras including a fin LL, zoned heating, oversized 3 car garage & a beautiful hardscaped rear yard. $945,000. SCOTCH VALLEY #54570 - 8 acs, country & mountain views from all angles. Enjoy Summer fun in the in-ground pool & entertain in the pool house or under the pergola, a fire pit & outdoor shower just add to the amenities. The house boasts 4-5 BRs & 5.5 BA. There is a 1st fIr owners’ suite featuring a spacious BA & it’s own deck! Updated kitchen & granite c-tops, Thermodor stove, & sky lights. The lower level is fin w/ a FR, bar, BR & BA. If that isn’t enough, there is also a 4,600 sq ft garage for the woodworker or car hobbyist. $699,000.
STONEHEDGE #56319 Stonehedge beauty! Victorian style, 3 sty, 5 BR, 6.5 BA, spacious rooms. Sun room, FR, office/ den. Indoor htd pool, too many amenities to mention. 4 car gar, shed on .87 flat lot. $799,000. Additional lot available for separate purchase.
#56872 - Professional office. Endless possibilities. Heavy traffic location. Several offices. Lots of parking. $299,999.
#56186 - Darling 2 BR home in Eldorado w/ a modern kitchen, updated appliances, remodeled new BA on main flr. Corner lot w/fenced yard & covered rear patio. Vacant lot behind house can be purchased separately.
#56235 - Immaculate 3 BR 2 BA 1 sty in Sylvan Hills. Cherry cabinets, new LVT style flooring, new paint, new baths, new recessed lighting, & central a/c. Also features rear deck, walk out semi-fin bsmt & sun room.
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COLDWELL BANKER
TOWN & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE 300 UNION AVE., ALTOONA
Coldwell Banker’s 2018 Top Producer & Top Selling Agent & Preserving the Trust Winner THE PROFESSIONAL ALTERNATIVE
Sharon Muldoon, GRI Cell: 329-2516
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HOLLIDAYSBURG #55304 - Brick & stone 2 sty, private Frankstown Twp location. 4.5 BR, 3.5 BA, 1st flr laundry. Beautiful HW, marble & tile flrs. Custom wdwk, 2 sty foyer, spacious rms, 8 acs, 4 car garage. Unusual find. More acreage available. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516. $625,000. NEW LISTING
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#56999 Beautiful newer home in Hburg SD. 2 sty, 4 BR (1st flr owners suite) 3.5 BA, granite, HW flrs, wall range. Professionally fin bsmt w/kitchen & radiant heat. Garage parking for 5 cars, lots of space & great views. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516.
#55437 - Spacious 1.5 sty. 1st flr amenities incl an owners suite, laundry & office. Vaulted ceilings w/wood beams add to the style. Additional BRs on the 2nd level w/bonus room. New roof. Beautiful, peaceful setting. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516. $349,900.
EASY LIVING #55725 Cresson. 3 BR, 1 BA mobile home on rented lot. All appliances stay. Close to schools & shopping. Low Utilities. $25,900. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516.
HOLLIDAYSBURG #55699 Charming 4 BR, 2.5 BA home on a private, .46 ac lot. Open kitchen concept quartz c-tops, custom maple island, tons of storage! Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516.
REDUCED #56080 Bellwood Schools. 3 BR on 1.28 ac lot. New kitchen & baths, laminate flooring. Carport & barn. $139,900. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516. NEW LSITING #56953 Hollidaysburg townhouse. 3 BR, 3.5 BA, newer SS appliances, fin lower level. End unit plus an extra lot. Close to Blairmont. Call Sharon Muldoon at 329-2516. $154,900.
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W A L LY R O S S I BELLWOOD-ANTIS SCHOOL DISTRICT FARM
#50633 - 102 ac farm in Tipton. Bellwood Antis Schools. 2 sty 3 BR home, vaulted ceilings, inground pool, 3 car garage, barn 64x48. Incl is a 1 sty ranch home. Exceptional views of property. $749,000. CALL WALLY ROSSI 935-9259
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#56094 - Residential home w/ income producing investment opportunity. 4 BR, 1.5 BA, 2 sty home, HW flrs, spacious rms. Incl 2 - two BR apts, 28x36 3 car garage w/workshop, 1.2 acs. Commercial possibilities. $249,900. CALL WALLY ROSSI 935-9259
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NEW LISTING #53225 - 704 Convent St., Gallitzin. Beautifully kept 2 sty, 3 BR, 1 BA, 1st flr laundry, hdwd flrs, all appliances incl. Great view, priced to sell $64,900.
#43646 - Fairway Dr., Altoona. Blair County’s most desired comm location. 22 acs w/ great view overlooking Logan Town Center & PNG Ballpark. $795,000.
CALL WALLY ROSSI 935-9259
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#57123 - Great 3 BR ranch home near Altoona PSU Campus. Nicely renovated BAs, 2 car garage att! Partially fin walk-out bsmt w/ 4th BR & 3/4 BA. 2nd flr is fin for addit’l living space. Central air, appliances incld, corner lot, shed. $32,000. CALL WALLY ROSSI 935-9259
#57041 - Parkside Dr., Tyrone. Flat lot in Tipton, Antis Twip, Bellwood SD. Build your dream ranch home w/ a beautiful mountain view. Public utilities available. $32,000. CALL WALLY ROSSI 935-9259
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Michael Mangia ABR, GRI, SRES
946-4343 ext 121 932-8888
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28+ YEARS
300 UNION AVE., ALTOONA
946-4343
“HELPING PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES!” SINCE 1991 REGAL HOME!
#54396 - Circa 1880. Stately, all brick home on a lg lot. 4 BR, 3 BA, appliances. Int updated kitchen & baths, larger rooms w/ high ceilings. Good parking, 2+ car garage & more! REDUCED. TURNKEY - VERY CLASSY!
#55207 - Restaurant w/ equip, liquor lic. No inventory. Parking for 20 plus street. If you’ve been thinking about it, here’s your opportunity! SOLD
REDUCED!
#52613 - Logan Twp. 2 sty home on a 350x120 lot by Mamma R’s in Juniata. 2 BR, 1.5 BA, 100 amp elec, C/A, lg vacant lot also. Various possible uses! $82,900.
#55917 - 2 lots in Bellwood will not be separated. Utilities available, 2 water, 2 sewer taps. Red oak & other trees can be sold to help pay for purchase. Level lots, resid area. 200x120 & 300x120. Great for developer.
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TESTIMONIAL: “ Mike Mangia used all of his experience and creativity toward the sale of our home. We are repeat customers (bought home through him also.) Excellent!” - Anthony & Chelsea Reynold Blair County’s Home-A-Day Plus Realtor!
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UNION AVE., COLDWELL 300ALTOONA BANKER 946-4343
TOWN & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE SERVING BUYERS SERVING BUYERS & SELLERS SELLERS SINCE 1979
SANDRA KURTZ
ABR Assoc. Broker, GRI
935-2033
kurtzrealtor@msn.com
#56235 - SYLVAN HILLS rancher on large lot. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, w/ new flring, BAs, paint & SS appliances. Radiant heat plus central A/C. Call Sandra Kurtz for your preview.
#56778 - ALTOONA. Gorgeous panoramic views surround this 2 BR, 2 BA condo. Spacious updated kitchen. Elevatored and secured building. Garage and additional storage. Call Sandra. $122,400.
#56859 - ROARING SPRING. Well est, popular restaurant on high traffic artery. Full service plus coffee, espresso shop. Real estate, equipment and business name. Call Sandra 935-2033.
#52476 - HOLLIDAYSBURG. Stunning 2 BR on lg lot. Totally redone inside & out. You will love the 1st BR, BA & laundry room. Bsmt space ready to finish. $141,900.
SOLD Tyrone rancher, features 3 BR, 2 car garage. Newly refinished HW flrs & fresh int paint. Some TLC to male it yours! $142,900. #56592
#56630 - ELDORADO. Cute 2 BR, 1 sty on lg lot features updated kitchen & BA. Huge garage accommodates 4 or 5 cars. Only $124,900. Call for an appt.
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Finding The Right Real Estate Agent Picking a real estate agent is one of has had recent experience with an the most important things you can do agent. They can give you the positive when buying a home. The agent will and the negative aspects of the agent. find you homes to look at, negotiate If you can’t get a referral or you’ve with the other party and eventually exhausted those options, one great close the deal. They will help guide way to meet several different agents is you through the process with their to attend open houses. You can briefly years of experience. Because they are interact with an agent and get some so essential to a successful search, it’s idea about their personality without worth your time and effort to pick any commitment at all. If you time someone you can really work with things right, you can meet with several who has the expertise to shepherd you different agents in the same day. You successfully through the process. can also get a feel for how they will treat What do you look for? The right prospective customers for your home. real estate agent is not necessarily Be wary of anyone who tries to rush someone you would want to you into paperwork. Before You spend time with. What you selecting a real estate agent— are doing is establishing a and definitely before signing should be business relationship, not a comfortable any kind of paperwork—try friendship. As such, open to sit down with several and asking communication is essential. interview them. You can You should be comfortable learn a lot about someone by questions. asking questions, and the the way that they interact on agent should be willing the phone and treat you from to accommodate your requests. the start. Agents will take a percentage Remember, it’s your money, so of your final sale, so be wary of anyone picking someone who is going to get that is trying to encourage you to spend you the best deal is always your best more money than you are interested in. option. Nothing beats experience and There are many agents in the market knowledge of the market, so try to find today with varying skills and abilities, someone that is an expert in the area and the home buying process can where you are looking and has been in often be a long one. If your agent isn’t the field for some time. Some agents working out, you may choose someone specialize in buying houses and some else to represent you. An agent is specialize in selling houses, so choose exactly that—someone acting on your the right one for your needs. behalf—so you have to find someone Your best option is to get a referral you believe in to represent you on your from a friend or family member who search for the perfect home.
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Real Living Lisa Fry & Assoc. 174 Lakemont Park Blvd., Altoona www.centralpahomefinder.com
(814) 949-9000 YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MOTIVATION Lisa Fry
Sharon Schultz
Broker
Assoc Broker Broker Appraiser
33 Yrs Experience
34 Yrs Experience
NEW LISTING!
French Country style home, totally renovated from top to bottom! 41 Woodlawn Terrace will not disappoint w/ its lg bright rooms, new BAs, beautiful kitchen w/ tons of storage & Corian counters. The master suite encompasses the entire 2nd flr. Fin bsmt w/ wine cellar. We could go on & on, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just got to see this one. $430,000. #57060
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Stunning one sty home on 4.5 acres. Over 3,400 sq ft of top-of-the line amenities. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Solid oak throughout & state of the art HVAC will keep you comfortable & be efficient all year long. 2341 Viola Pike, Smithmill. $400,000. #56847
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Real Living Lisa Fry & Assoc. 174 Lakemont Park Blvd., Altoona www.centralpahomefinder.com
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ALTOONAMIRROR.COM REDUCED This lovingly maintained home is waiting for a new owner. Modern oak kitchen is eat-in plus a large formal DR & central air. 924 2nd Ave., Altoona. $51,000. #53829
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
428 Caroline Ave. Totally modern from top to bottom this dollhouse has an open flr plan for easy access all on one flr living. Lots of specialty cabinets in kitchen 1 BR, 1 BA & bonus room . Additâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l BR, 1/2 BA, & bonus room in bsmt w/ their own outside access. $119,000. #57119
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Lots of possibilities exist in this property, zoned neighborhood business. 2 storerooms & 711 Andrew Rd., Altoona - Well cared for 2 apts perfect 3 BR, 2 BA home w/ split flr plan. Vaulted for rental or owner occupied. Central ceilings make it bright & airy! Lot rent location near everything! Plenty of parking includes water, sewer & trash. This one is for any type of small business. 610 12th priced to sell at $29,900. #56688 St., Altoona. Give us a call! #56587
NEWLY LISTED
1013 Chestnut Ave., Altoona. Office building w/parking. $350,000. #57046 NEW LISTING 4120 Beale Ave. Move right into this modern 2 sty home. 1st flr laundry & lg half BA. 2 BR, full BA & bonus rm 2nd flr. Central air $89,000. #57117
NEW LISTING
SALE G N PENDI Sweet 1 sty home w/ eat-in kitchen & DR. This vinyl sided home has a nice fenced yard & is conveniently located at 511 Hudson Ave. Att garage too! $92,700. #56950
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946-8682 300 ORCHARD AVE., ALTOONA
Holly O’Connor
JOHNSTONREALTYSERVICES@HOWARDHANNA.COM
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
1282 Ward St., Huntingdon - Only 5 miles to Lake Raystown, this property is perfect for seasonal or year round living. Plenty of off street space for RV or boat storage. This doublewide was custom made w/ upgraded features throughout. Full block foundation offers bsmt w/ high ceiling that could be fin. Covered rear deck, lg 2 car garage. $150,000. #57049
225-229 E Lincoln Ave., Altoona - Located near the Altoona Penn State Campus, this cute home could be adorable w/ a little TLC. Gas forced air heat w/ central air. FP in bsmt. Lg cov back porch & nice, level yard. Have fun making this home your own. $79,900. #56925
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BRUSH OAKS
810 Brush 203 Upper Reese Oaks Dr., Rd., Hollidaysburg. Altoona. 3 properties in one Lovely, sale. 2 homes & spacious home a 1 ac vacant lot. in Brush Oaks Income producing development. Hdwd flrs, ss appliances, 2nd flr potential for the laundry. Beautiful master suite w/ new MBA. right person. Live Fin bsmt has lg FR, 3/4 BA, & bonus room that in one, & rent the other or use both for rentals. Both homes have would be great for a home office. Huge deck been partially remodeled. Properties are being for outdoor entertaining w/ great view of the offered in “As Is” condition. $94,900. #55834 mountains. $339,000. #53935
COMMERCIAL 224 Pitt St., Bedford - What was once a stately single family residence is now a thriving restaurant, tavern, & 11 resid apts. Property has 25 off st parking spaces. Situated on the Main St of Historic Bedford, the potential for this comm property is unlimited. Your vision for the bar/restaurant can be realized while earning a steady income from the apts. Kitchen equip, furnishings & inventory stay. Bedford is a busy comm w/ visitors coming from all over the United States to stay at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort. The quaint downtown area, river walk & beautiful historic homes make this a desirable location to live & work in Central PA. Come and be a part of it! $650,000. #55278
PRICE REDUCED 207 Orchard Ave. Conveniently located to everything! Hdwd flrs. Enclosed front porch for extra added living space. Lg 2 car garage w/ 2nd flr that has some serious “man cave” potential! Covered deck. Lots of potential. $99,900. #55650
NEW PRICE
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1409 Allegheny St., Hollidaysburg - Nice starter home in the boro w/ a great big plus. Lg FR addition off the kitchen. This comfortable & very well maintained home features lg kitchen w/ laundry area, formal DR w/ built-in corner cabinet, & nice size LR. Small BA on 2nd flr could easily be expanded into adj BR. Fin 3rd flr could be 4th BR w/ elec heat. So much potential within walking distance to everything fun (& tasty!). Off st parking. $104,900. #54177
Modern Office Complex in Hollidaysburg for sale w/ beautiful suites currently available for lease. Small to large, w/ use of reception areas, conference rm, training rm & kitchenette. Plenty of parking. Call me for your tour of this exceptional building. #52965
Blue Knob Lots for Sale on or near Golf Course. Ranging in price from $10,000. to $20,000.
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946-8682 JOHNSTONREALTYSERVICES@HOWARDHANNA.COM
NEW PRICE 3821 5th Ave., Altoona $72,500 • #55527 Move in ready! 2 sty 2 BR home. Newer furnace, roof & most windows have be replaced w/ updated elec. This is a great home for the 1st time home owner or if you need to downsize into a near maintenance free home in a great location.
COMMERCIAL
1800 8th Ave., Altoona LEASE • #55603 Approx 4,500 sf warehouse space w/ all utilities incl on 1 level w/ some small office space. Owner may do build outs w/ a 3 yr lease. 5 parking spaces, sec sys & BA. Great for storage or manufacturing.
ALTOONA 5425 Broad Ave., Altoona $69,900 • #55247 1 1/2 sty home w/ 2 car garage. Flipper special great neighborhood & comes w/ an extra lot that makes this home with so much potential a great buy for a 1st time buyer or the investor that can make the inside new.
COMMERCIAL
CAMBRIA CO. BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE Cambria Co. $55,000 • #53045 Liquor License for Cambria Co w/ restaurant w/ Sun. Sales.
NEW PRICE 315 S 3rd St., Altoona $69,900 • #55621 2 sty 3-4 BR on the East side. Hdwd flrs & spacious rms. New siding & windows. This house is close to the Geesey Park. Move in ready.
ALTOONA 2422 Beale Ave., Altoona $39,000 • #51954 2 sty 3 BR home w/ off st parking. Great 1st time buyer or inves. Newer furnace & updated elec.
COMMERCIAL 1132 Mill Run Rd., Altoona $45,000 #46657 Great comm 1.15 ac lot on Old Mill Run Rd.
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PREPARING YOUR CREDIT PROFILE FOR THE SPRING REAL ESTATE SEASON
(BPT) - When you are out shoveling snow and scraping ice off the car’s windshield, winter can seem like an eternity. Yet when it comes to your credit profile, house-hunting and the spring real estate season is just around the corner. “Warm weather will bring an increase in homes on the market and buyers shopping, so it pays to take steps to make sure your credit profile is in the best shape possible if you’ll be looking for a house come spring,” says Barrett Burns, president and CEO of credit score model developer VantageScore Solutions. “Real estate experts are already predicting that this spring will be an important season for the industry, with mortgage rates still low and prices creeping back up. In addition to other criteria such as down payments and income, a good credit score can make a big difference when it comes to getting a mortgage at favorable rates.”
• Keep in mind that some lenders will pull a credit score at the time you apply for the loan, then again just before the loan closes. You want to avoid credit score reductions during that time frame, which can occur if you take on unnecessary credit. Also be sure all payments on existing debt are made on time during this timeframe. • Shop around for mortgage options before you actually apply. Understand lenders’ qualifying criteria so you know where you may need to improve. Once you’ve done your research, go ahead and apply to multiple lenders all at once. Multiple applications at the same time will register on your credit report as a single inquiry - as long as they’re all within 14 days of each other - and will have minimal impact on your score.
• Different lenders use different scoring models and different models can have different score ranges. For VantageScore Solutions recommends home buyers example, the VantageScore model’s range is 501 to start now to prep their credit profiles before the spring 990. You may or may not be able to find out from your real estate season arrives in March and April. Here are potential lender which model they use. What’s important some tips and tidbits to keep in mind as you’re working is where you fall in the model’s score range, which tells toward qualifying for a mortgage loan: you how your score compares to others. • It is essential to know what’s on your credit report before it will be viewed by potential lenders. Make sure your credit report is up-to-date and accurately reflects your credit behavior. You can obtain your report at AnnualCreditReport.com, the only official site where you can obtain your report every 12 months for free from each of the three major credit reporting companies (CRCs), which are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. And you can access your credit score through all three CRCs from the same website for a small fee.
Finally, Burns says, don’t worry too much over small fluctuations in your score. “It’s possible for your score to be 772 on Thursday and 765 on Friday,” he says. “It may be back up to 770 the next week. The changes are likely due to updates to your credit files and expiring data. Remember that consistent, responsible behavior is more important than small ups and downs in your credit score.”- -
For more information and tips on how to get your credit ready for spring real estate season, visit www. • Creditors are interested in seeing how you manage VantageScore.com or test your knowledge about credit credit, and the consistency of behavior counts. In scores at www.CreditScoreQuiz.org, which was created addition to paying your bills on time every month, avoid by VantageScore Solutions along with its partner, applying for any new credit between now and the time Consumer Federation of America. Both websites are you will apply for a mortgage. Almost every credit score completely free and neither display any advertising “inquiry” from a lender is recorded with one or more of nor collect any personal data. Both the online quiz and the three national CRCs. This can result in a decrease to a corresponding brochure are available in Spanish at your VantageScore credit score by 10 to 20 points. www.creditscorequiz.org/Espanol.
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Portage Twp. Beautiful log home with acs. This home is a must see. Beautiful land. Call Lisa Hess to see 886-8111 or 232-2162. #57058
Conemaugh Ave. 2 sty home on corner lot. Brand new roof, fenced lot, det garage. Call Lisa Hess at 232-2162. #56047
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Mobile home on rented lot. Yes under $20,000. This home is in excellent condition. Call Lisa to see 886-8111 or 232-2162. #52041
Country setting, move right in this cozy home.. Call Lisa 886-811 or 2322162. #56502.
5 unit, all units rented. Great investment. brick beauty. Call Cathleen 886-8111 or 242-8501. #51556
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Character & charm. Brick home w/ nice lot. Call Lisa Hess 886-8111 or 232-2162. #56878
33 Bluebird Ln.Starter under $20,000. Call Lisa Hess 232-2162. #57048
Powell Ave. 2 BR, updated kitchen, lg DR & LR. Corner lot. $50’s. Call Cathleen Tubo 886-8111 or 242-8501. #56807
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Apple Dr. 2-3 BR spit entry home on lg lot. This home has a 1 car garage, nice deck, great location. Call Sean Ford 886-811 or 207-9165. #56891
St. Marys Rd. Great starter home w/ 1 car garage. Call Ranch home on 1+ acs. Cathleen Tubo 886-8111 or Call Tom Felix at 650-4500. 242-8501. #56268 #52309
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HOLTZ and ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE, LLC 633 S. Logan Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602
814-946-4211 REDUCED
McIntyre Ave., Patton Beautiful 2 sty, 2 BR home w/updates on landscaped lot. $57,000.
Marina Rd., Fallentimber - Sharon’s Pizza! Real estate, equip, inventory & 19 hole mini golf course. Game room. Great opportunity! $159,900.
Forest Brook Dr., Flinton 8QLTXH PRGLÀHG $ )UDPH on 1.49 ac lot w/ 3 BR, 2 BA, 3 car attached garage. $234,900.
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1st St., Bellwood - Large 2 1/2 sty home w/ 4 BR, 1 BA. Call for info! $155,900.
Black Bear Dr., Flinton Lovely doublewide on full foundation w/ 3 BR, 2 BA. Large lot. $109,900.
St. Lawrence Rd., Patton - Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA doublewide on 1 ac in the country! 24x40 heated garage. $149,900.
Main St., Coalport 2 story home w/ 3 BR, 2 BA. 2 car detached garage. $43,900.
Dysart Dr., Dysart Beautiful A frame on 36.7 acs, 3 BR, 2.5 BA. A frame barn, fruit trees & much more. $320,000.
Main St., Coalport Commercial bldg – lots of space! Storefront with garage in rear. $64,900.
Second St., Cresson Great Opportunity! Lge multi-use commercial bldg. Lots of possibilities! Loading dock, off st paved parking. $275,000.
Swank St., Irvona - 2 sty home w/ 3 BR, 1 BA. 1 car att garage. $49,900.
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Van Ormer Rd., Fallentimber - 1 1/2 sty home w/ 3 BR, 2 BA on large level lot. In-ground pool. $129,900.
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5th Ave., Patton - 5 unit rental building. Lg garage w/ loft & off st parking in rear. $118,000.
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Solley Rd., Westover 41.33 acs, partially cleared land w/ shop/house & horse barn. $179,900.
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944-9377 110 JEFFERSON ST, SUITE 105, HOLLIDAYSBURG
CARRIE KOBUCK
934-0793
ALTOONA #56479 3 BR home convenient location. This home is close to schools, shopping & I-99. Det garage w/ storage space & adorable 3 season porch for relaxing. 2 BRs on 2nd flr & htd attic can be used as 3rd BR or extra living space. $69,000.
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#56895 - 1 sty living in Riggles Gap! Spacious LR w/ plenty of natural light. 1stt flr FR walks out to an outdoor patio. Master BR has a 3/4 BA. Fin LL is great for entertaining. Det & att garage offers tons of storage. In-ground swimming pool & great yard. Such a peaceful & private property that sits on 5.97 acs. Property does need some TLC, but has great potential! All of this located in the Bellwood SD. $199,900.
#54735 - Are you looking for your first investment property? If so, this property would be perfect! Eat-in kitchen w/ plenty of cabinets. Spacious LR & screened in back porch. 2 BRs & 1 BA on the 2nd flr. Fin attic would make a great 3rd BR. Central air & newer furnace. $39,900.
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HOLLIDAYSBURG BOROUGH
#57033 - Commercial building in Martinsburg. Would be great for an medical or dental office. Owner pays most expenses. Approximately 2,500 sq ft. Owner could be willing to subdivide.
#55866 - Charming ranch home in the Hollidaysburg Boro. Beautiful eat-in kitchen that features granite c-tops, custom made kitchen cabinets, & tile backsplash. Spacious LR w/ hwd flrs. 3 BRs have gorgeous hdwd flrs. Remodeled full BA on the main flr. Huge FR in the fin bsmt! FR has been completely renovated & is ready for entertaining on football weekends! Remodeled 1/2 BA adj to FR. Fresh paint throughout the entire home. Fenced-in yard, off-st parking & arport. New sewer line in 2018. Within walking distance to Legion Memorial Park! $149,900.
BELLWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT
#56430 - Great parcel of land in Antis Twp! Build your dream home! Approxy 4.73 acs in Bellwood School District. $55,000.
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110 JEFFERSON ST, SUITE 105 HOLLIDAYSBURG
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Snare Plaza, 110 Jefferson St., Suite 105, Hollidaysburg
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COMMERCIAL SALE. Altoona premier multi-tenant office/flex 58, 220 sq ft building for sale. 3.77 acre plot. Loading docs and more. 35, 000 available for rent (will subdivide). $2,500,000. #56626
COMMERCIAL. Duncansville 5 unit comm complex. 22,000 cars per day approx. Features 2 - 1st flr office suites ea w/ approx. 1,450 sf plus 2 - 2nd flr apts. Oversized concrete block 2 car garage w/ storage above (rented mo to mo) & rear parking lot. All units are fully rented except 1 office suite which is currently vacant & for rent at $1,250 mo. Move your business into the 1,450 sf office suite vacancy & start collecting your rents. Most all units have sep utilities except water/sewer. This property is a unique opportunity. Check it out. $369,900. #56017
FOR RENT
COMMERCIAL. Brick property on busy Plank Rd. Just a few short blocks from I-99, shopping & much more. 3,100 sf, could subdivided. Ample parking & convenient access. Former John Hill Real Estate location which recently relocated to Snare Plaza, Hollidaysburg. #56968
HOLLIDAYSBURG MANOR. 1.5 sty home w/ loads of living space including lg addition w/ second kitchen, BR, BA for possible sep living quarters. This place is HUGE with tons of living space. Must see to appreciate. May qualify for seller financing (Vendee). Asset built prior to 1978 lead based paint potentially exists. $168,500. #56493
ROARING SPRING. Very nice & spacious 2 sty vinyl home in boro. Move right in! Lg formal LR, DR & updated eat-in kitchen. 3 nice sized BRs upstairs w/ new BA updated in ‘15. Rear deck w/ great views & above ground pool. Nice yard, spacious & relaxing front porch plus 2 car garage & storage shed. New furnace ‘15, Thermo windows, 200 amp breakers. This a a really nice home. Check it out! $124,900. #56468
ALTOONA. Eldorado area 1.5 sty brick & vinyl home. Lg LR w/ ornamental FP, formal DR, large enclosed front porch. Nice fenced in yard w/ 1 car det garage & storage shed. Needs some work, but nice area & good possibilities. Property sold AS-IS. Seller will make no repairs. Offers must be submitted through HUD approved broker. Buyer pays both transfer taxes. Exclusive Agency. $65,000. #57040
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110 JEFFERSON ST, SUITE 105, HOLLIDAYSBURG
934-1520
MARY KAY PARRISH
330-8486
NEW PRICE 907 JUNIATA VALLEY RD., HOLLIDAYSBURG Do you want country living? Hollidaysburg school district? Large garage? Do you need a lot of BRs? This 1 sty home offers 5 BRs, screened in porch, 1.47 acs of ground, lg 3 car det garage & shed. All within mins to town. Some minor updating could make this your perfect home. Sold as-is. 3 BRs are on the small side. Jody Marks 934-1520. $89,900. #56498
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Vacant Lot. E. Caroline Ave., Altoona. $10,500. www.JohnHillHomeSearch.com
944-9377
110 JEFFERSON ST, SUITE 105
HOLLIDAYSBURG
KERRY GORITY REALTOR
932-4616
COMMERCIAL SALE. Great location! Commercial space & apt. Small parking lot. Real estate only Rental opportunity above. All information is in the office. #56657
LARGE, MULTI-LEVEL HOME in the Hench Develop. This home features 4 BRs, 2 1/2 BAs, a beautiful modern kitchen that is open to the DR, & 2 LRs. Lg bonus rm on LL for a game rm or home gym. 4 car garage & storage off to the side. Covered porch extends to the composite deck. Great home for entertaining! #56056
JUNIATA GAP 1 1/2 sty brick home with 4 BR, 2 BAs. New remodeled kitchen & geothermal heat & ac. Appliances stay. Det 2 car garage & full unfin bsmt. #56168
NICE 1 STY HOME on large lot neat the Altoona Campus. Home features 3 BRs, hdwd flrs, eat-in kitchen, Central air, & recreation & laundry in the bsmt. #55853
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