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Kathy Chabala Brad Adams Agent 946-9355 CENTRALPAHOMES4SALE.COM Owner

NEW LISTING

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NEW LISTING

902 Penn St., Hollidaysburg - 3 or 4 BR in Boro.

Office 2nd flr. FP in LR. Woodburner in front room.

High efficiency hot water heat. Eat in kitchen. Lg rooms. Patio. Off street parking w/ carport & 2 car garage. Ready to move in.

Call Brad Adams at 946-9355. $189,000. #57857

1007 4th Ave., Altoona - Starter home, fenced back yard. Call Brad Adams at 946-9355. $38,900. #58109

545 Cherry St., Roaring Spring - Extremely clean & well taken care of brick home.

3/5 BRs 1 1/2 BAs. Very large eat-in kitchen, 1st flr laundry room, 2 possible BRs on 3rd flr. Rear property includes: 22’x25’garage, 20’x20’ studio w/ powder room, 10’x10’ office. 2 BR apt w/BA above.

Elec heat, parking spot in rear. BRs & BAs reflect both properties. Call Brad Adams at 946-9355. $179,900. #57761

306-308 N 5th Ave., Altoona 4 BR brick, 50x115 level lot, garage.

Student housing approved. Realtor owned. $68,900. #57748

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 215 Park Place, Altoona - Vinyl 2 sty w/ 3 BR, 1 BA. Student housing approved. Owner is a Realtor. $69,900. #57749

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 #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 Dr. Utilities available, gas, elec, water + sewer. $385,000. #56442 Lot #31 Granada Way, Altoona - Great View. All utilities on site. Lot is irregular.

330’x217’ IRR. $34,900. #56441

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Results Realty Group 946-9355 Tracy Geis 937-8197 RealtorTracy123@gmail.com

4022 Ridge Ave., Altoona - Impressive 3 BR, 2 full & 2 half BAs, garage, A/C, hdwd & ceramic tile flrs, fin bsmt, 2 FPs, beautiful updated eat-in kitchen w/ huge granite island, deck, .71 acs. Call Tracy Geis at 937-8197. $299,900. #58206 314 Grant Ave., Altoona - This house 4 BR, 2.5 BAs has so much to offer!

Fenced in yard, hdwd & ceramic tile flrs, fin bsmt, garage, 1 blk to a park, all appliances included, on 4 City blocks.

Call Tracy Geis at 937-8197 $129,900. #58218

505 Brush Mountain Rd., Hollidaysburg You belong here! Very attractive 1.5 sty home on .77 acs. Newer roof, hdwd & ceramic tile flrs. sun porch, deck, garage, bar & sauna. Call Tracy Geis at 937-8197. $180,000. #57780

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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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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313 E 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

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. #56836

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Deer Meadow Active 55+ Gated Community

Across from Frankstown Twp. Elementary On Reservoir Road, Hollidaysburg

Feel Safe Living in a Secure Gated Community!

Plan NOW to build at Deer W! Meadow a 55+ Gated Community BUILDING N0O where you enjoy 1 story living $192,0 0 without all the headaches.

OWN YOUR OWN HOME WITH NO MAINTENANCE HASSLES Best move I ever made.

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• Community Building • Swimming Pool • Exercise Facility • Game Room • Lighted Walk Paths • Planned Picnic Areas For more details, photos, floor plans & frequently asked questions

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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

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2357 Kettle Rd., Altoona - Looking for a home w/ wooded surroundings, found it! This 3 BR home has been updated & perfectly maintained. Home has a 1 ac lot backed by State Gamelands, stream in back. Relax in wooded surroundings w/ a Gazebo, sitting area off garage, crown molding in MBR & LR. Wide plank hdwd flr, ceramic tile & carpeting. Kitchen & BAs are updated.

C/A, pellet stove, walk out from bsmt. $169,000. #58219

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! $599,000. #56869

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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! $138,500. #57017

ALL SEASON RESORT

1205 Expressway Blue Knob -Most economical way of enjoying outdoor fun! This condo is located in the Blue Knob All Season Resort. Condo has been perfectly maintained for your weekend enjoyment or full time living. Enjoy skiing in the winter, family activities & adult activities at the Club House. Sample activities incld in docs. Summer time make a splash w/ the family at the community pool & inside pool (usage part of your assoc fees.) Keep the family active w/ hiking, tennis courts & summer activities at the club house, part of your assoc fees. Dining is easy at the Club house or Mueller’s Pub. Your family will love it. $39,900. #57211

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208 Forest St., Gallitzin - All brick craftsman home w/ 1 family ownership has Gallitzin history & charm. Enter foyer w/ origi lighting on walls and staircase. All orig wdwk perfectly maintained in this 4 BR home.

Ceilings are 9’. Hdwd under carpeting. All rms are spacious for all your family living. Bonus rms on 1st flr. Bsmt has 9’ ceilings & could be fin. Plenty of storage space w/ additi’l rms in bsmt for storage. Walk up attic, 1 over sized det garage. $77,500. #57294

NEW PRICE

To be built 412 Lego Dr., Hollidaysburg - Phase 3 of Deer Meadow is an active 55+ Gated Community with Community Bldg., (TV Lounge room, exercise facility, Kitchen and dining area), two patios under roof, heated swimming pool, lighted walking path, (in phase 4) 6.8 acres of picnic area. Association fee $200.00 a month (includes grass, snow removal, use of all amenities, all insurances and maintenance on the outside of the home (roof-vinyl siding). Open House will be scheduled and advertised or call listing agent for showing. All homes are to be built to buyer’s specs. $192,000. #48341

Johnstown Rd., East Freedom - 1.04 acs. Great building site. No utilities. $16,000. #52275 See All My Listings At www.centralpabuysellhomes.com

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HALL OF FAME IT’S YOUR CHOICE ASK FOR JOYCE! AWARD WINNER 814-946-9355 Ext. 315 • Cell: 329-3509

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593 Kay Farm Rd., Saxton - Secluded mountain retreat! 3 BR, 3 BA Great views, pond, waterfalls, 2 sty garage.

9.2 miles to Weavers Falls Boat Launch. $575,000. J-509

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149 Nason Dr., Roaring Spring Well built 3 BR 2.5 BA brick home w/sunken LR, 2 FPs, FR + 2 bonus rooms. Great view. $299,900. J-508

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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! $265,000. J-416

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

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HALL OF FAME IT’S YOUR CHOICE ASK FOR JOYCE! AWARD WINNER 814-946-9355 Ext. 315 • Cell: 329-3509

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

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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205 Pioneer Dr., Duncansville - Great 1 sty 3 BR 2 bath brick & colorlok sided home, new roof, modern kitchen, formal DR, solar shield windows, main flr laundry, corner .46 ac lot w/ private back yard. $169,900.

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911 Reservoir Rd., Hollidaysburg - Nice brick 3 BR, 2 bath rancher w/updated kitchen & bath, 2 FPs, newer metal roof, heat pump & central air on peaceful country setting. $159,900. J-514 3 1.0

3782 Woodbury Pike, Woodbury - NBC Schools. 4 BR, 1 BA Cape Cod w/ modern kitchen, LR w/FP & 2 stry 3 bay garage w/ workshop above. $145,000. J-512

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2087 Polecat Rd., East Freedom - Spring Cove schools. Updated A-frame w/ 5 BRs, 1 3/4 BAs, modern kitchen, 2 FPs, FR on beautiful country setting. $145,000. J-513

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. $123,900 J-502

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HALL OF FAME IT’S YOUR CHOICE ASK FOR JOYCE! AWARD WINNER 814-946-9355 Ext. 315 • Cell: 329-3509

Moving Next Door or Around The World Call Joyce!

Kim Fedesco Executive Assistant

Joyce (Quarry) Dalton

ABR, GRI, CRS

RESULTS REALTY GROUP

Independently Owned & Operated

825 Main St., Coalport - New improvements to 1st flr storefront!

Plus 4 unit residential apts. 3rd flr was a large ballroom & has many possibilities. $95,000. J-415

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

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

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

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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Lot 33 Granada Way, Logan Twp, Altoona Beverly Hills on cul-de-sac near Penn State Campus. Tap on to public water + sewer. $39,900. J-511 239 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.

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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 Condo as a Get-Away Retreat 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

1208 Mambo - 2nd flr condo w/ built-in bunk beds + private BR, counter bar in kitchen. $33,900 J-495

1232 Bunny Hop - 2nd flr condo, new carpet, private BR plus built-in bunk beds. Sleeps 6. $29,900 J-492

C1403 - 3rd flr condo w/ skylights & spiral stairs to loft. $28,900 J-496

C1503 - 3rd floor Loft studio w/ skylight, spiral stairs & vaulted ceilings. Sleeps 6. $27,900. J-453

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.

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C1201 - 1st floor studio. Fully furnished including alcove bed, fireplace & balcony. $18,900. J-470

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Linda Watt ABR, CRS, GRI, Realtor

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814-934-1900 Call or Text Lwatt21@aol.com

1001 Logan Blvd. • Altoona, PA 16602 • www.lindawatt.com ALTOONA Outside is complete.

Int is down to studs w/ 1st flr open flr plan & 2nd flr down to studs for ea rm.

3rd flr has space for 1 lg rm & BA. Sold “AS IS”, no utilities on. Off st parking in back. $29,900. #57922

MARTINSBURG 3 BR, eat-in kitchen on lg flat lot w/ 2 car & 1 car garages. $119,900. #56471

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Logan Twp brick building w/ 1,600 sq. ft. comm space on 1st flr & apt on 2nd flr. Located on good traffic intersection. For sale or lease. $259,000. #51953

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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. $139,900 #55585

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. $145,900. #53453

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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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A rare find! 2117 16th Ave. has separately deeded 60’x127’5 lot which is included in the list price.

Charming 1.5 sty brick home w/ 3 BRs, modern kitchen & BA, central air. Great for entertaining w/ finished lower level leading to covered patio.

2 car garage also. Let’s take a look! #58124

7221 King St. Clair Rd., Alum Bank.

Great bones in this 1 sty home located in Chestnut Ridge SD. Hdwd flrs throughout & big covered porch off the kitchen. 1 car int garage. 1.64 level acs. $72,800 #58230

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186 N. Hawthorne Dr., Altoona.

2 BR ranch on large lot. $84,000. #57653

Plenty of room in this 4 BR home at 129 Bell Ave. Fin attic w/ MBR, fin bsmt w/ FR & 3/4 BA, this one has so much to offer.

Landscaped corner lot w/ 2 car garage too! Lets take a look! $124,900. #57663

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STUNNING HOME ON 4.5 ACS!

1623 N. 3rd St., Altoona - Unique property in need of lots of TLC, but w/ a quiet location in Logan Twp in the Campus area. Dwelling is on a slab & needs work. Great lot. 150x120, w/ well, public water & sewer. Gas hot water radiator heat & woodburner. $38,900. #57265

Stunning 1 sty home on 4.5 acs. Over 3,400 sf 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

SOLD Great opportunity to turn this 1.5 sty into your dream home. 527 E. Penn Avenue has great potential w/ hdwd flrs throughout, 2 BRs, 2 FPs & fin upper level.

Cozy front porch & level lot. Take a look, this one won’t last long! $109,500. #57214

SOLD All the work’s been done for you! This Logan Twp home at 328 Greenwood Rd. has been remodeled from top to bottom.

Priced to sell at $72,000. It’s a great buy, better take a look! #57273

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Real Living Lisa Fry & Assoc.

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Looking for that perfect first home?

515 Crawford Ave. is ready to go w/ new carpet, modernized kitchen & BA & a great rear patio w/ fenced lot.

Maintenance free ext. Can’t go wrong on this one $59,500 & it’s move in ready!

SOLD Lg brick home on a corner lot in Juniata.

1000 N. 2nd St. Needs some work, but its priced to sell.

GHW heat & fin attic. Get some fresh air on your porches! $48,900. #57336

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COMMERCIAL IN-TOWN

SALE PENDING

1013 Chestnut Ave., Altoona.

Office building w/parking. $350,000. #57046

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. Addit’l BR, 1/2 BA, & bonus room in bsmt w/ their own outside access. $119,000. #57119

Lots of possibilities exist in this property, zoned neighborhood business. 2 storerooms & 2 apts perfect 711 Andrew Rd., Altoona - Well cared for for rental or 3 BR, 2 BA home w/ split flr plan. Vaulted owner occupied. Central location near ceilings make it bright & airy! Lot rent everything! Plenty of parking for any type includes water, sewer & trash. This one is of small business. 610 12th St., Altoona. priced to sell at $29,900. #56688 Give us a call! $75,000. #56587

NEW PRICE 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 $79,000. #57117

SALE PENDING

This 3 BR, 1 BA row house on 3944 5th Ave., Altoona has a modern kitchen, lg rms & fenced yard.

Priced to sell $19,900! #58054

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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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Dempsie

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814.696.9714

888.571.5558 herb@herbdempsie.com www.BlairCountyHomes.com

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809 Kitty Ln., Duncansville This affordable & lovely mobile home at Greendown Acres. It’s a spacious 12x70, 3 BR & 1 BA mobile home that is great for anyone looking for the first time, starter home, or a very budget-friendly moderately sized living space. Lots of green space surrounds the property. Must get approval from Greendown Acres $10,000. #57582

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313-4111 300 ORCHARD AVE., ALTOONA

Holly O’Connor

Bardell Realty BARDELLREALTY@GMAIL.COM

5 MILES FROM LAKE

NEW LISTING

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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. $144,900. #57049

233 Hamer Dr., Duncansville - Walking in, the 1st thing you’ll notice is the amazing quality of construction. You’ll love the open flr plan& unique kitchen design. 1st flr MBR w/ beautiful MBA. Open space on 2nd flr is perfect for home office or homework headquarters. 3 BRs on 2nd flr + lg bonus rm. Fin bsmt will handle any family gathering & features a wet bar w/ beverage cooler, dishwasher, & granite counter tops. Also on this level is an exercise rm & newly fin full BA. Outdoor entertaining area incl new outdoor kitchen. Natural gas comm grade grill & smoker, LED lights under granite counter tops. Perfection at every turn in this stunning home. $525,000. #58046

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125 Sprankle Ave., Altoona - Modern townhouse w/ private rear deck overlooking lg yd & wooded area not found in other townhouse locations. Open flr plan from kitchen to LR. Convenient 1st flr BR & BA. MBR 2nd flr w/ lg w-i closet. Addit’l BR 2nd flr, perfect guest rm. C/A, gas forced air heat. 2 - 1 car garages.

Located adj to Park Hills, it’s convenient to walk to happy hour, dining, or a round of golf! Truly worry free living w/ the association taking care of all outside maintenance. $169,000. #57357

16269 Dunnings Hwy., Newry - Multi-level residential building w/ comm function.

8 private offices, open reception/office, plus fin space in bsmt to accommodate addit’l work space. Kitchen, 2 full BAs & 2 half BAs. Property has a very nice rental income single family home in rear. Plenty of off st parking for staff, & municipal lot in front for clients & customers.

This unique property is located on busy highway w/ good exposure. $260,000. #58035

NEW PRICE

NEW LISTING

3429 Broad Ave., Altoona - Nicely remodeled home w/ fresh paint throughout in tasteful decorator colors. New ss appliances. Very large BR could be beautiful master or plenty of space for shared children’s BR. 2 car det garage. Location convenient to everything! $119,800. #58042

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. $650,000. #55278

751 Jacksonville Rd., Bellefonte - Move right into this well maintained home w remodeled kitchen & BA. Hdwd flrs under carpeting.

Economical heat pump for heat & AC. Nice area in bsmt for that extra living space needed for hobbies, kid’s gaming, etc.

Good storage. Nice deck & large yard. 1 car int garage.

Retractable awning above front outdoor veranda. All mechanical systems in excellent condition. $189,900. #58111

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HOLLIDAYSBURG 203 Upper Reese Rd., Hollidaysburg - 3 properties in one sale.

2 homes & a 1 ac vacant lot. Income producing potential for the right person. Live in one, & rent the other or use both for rentals. Both homes have been partially remodeled. Properties are being offered in “As Is” condition. $89,900. #58071

LEASE OR SALE

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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HOLTZ and ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE, LLC 633 S. Logan Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602

814-946-4211 REDUCED

Swank St., Irvona Modular split entry home w/ 3 BRs & 1.5 BAs. Int garage & det garage.

7.1 ac private setting. $135,900.

Marina Rd., Fallentimber - Sharon’s Pizza! Real estate, equip, inventory & 19 hole mini golf course. Game room. Great opportunity! $139,900.

Forest Brook Dr., Flinton - Unique modified A-Frame on 1.49 ac lot w/ 3 BR, 2 BA, 3 car att garage. $234,900.

Bigler Rd., Bigler Large commercial bldg. on high traffic corner lot.

3.99 ac. Excellent business opportunity! $445,000.

1818 McFadden Rd., Curwensville - Beautiful farm w/ approx 97.4 acs 2 sty home w 3 BRs, 1 BA, bank barn, pond. $330,000.

Christopher Rd., Flinton Quality constructed rancher with 3 BR, 3 BA. 2 car integral garage. Glendale Yearound. $199,900

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.

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1305 Main St., Coalport - 2 apts & storefront. All currently rented. Good investment opportunity! $169,900.

Second St., Cresson Great Opportunity! Lg multi-use commercial bldg. Lots of possibilities!

Loading dock, off st paved parking. $249,900.

McIntrye Ave., Patton 1 1/2 sty brick home on lg corner lot. Stone FP hdwd flrs throughout. 3 BR, 2 BA. $120,000.

REDUCED

Beaver Valley Rd., Flinton - Nicely remodeled 1 1/2 sty home w/ 3 BR, 2 BA. Near Prince Gallitzin State Park! $99,500.

Magee Ave, Patton - Brick & block 1 sty commercial building. Possible multi-use. Paved parking. $49,900

Heverly Blvd., Coalport Vinyl sided 2 sty home w/ 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA. 1 car det garage. $54,000.

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DIANE GEORGE REALTOR

(717) 341-8192

944-9377

1200 26TH AVE., ALTOONA. This beautiful home is a reminder of what the word “quality” means! 2 BR, 1.5 BA raised ranch features built-ins, hdwd flrs, stone inside & out, glass wall tiles, screened in porch w/ hot tub, flagstone patio, slate walkway, 2 car int garage, zoned hting sys, PLUS a man cave & mountain views all on a corner lot. Custom built home, blue prints incld! Run, don’t walk, because they don’t make them like this anymore! Listing agent related to seller.

Motivated Seller! $199,900. $212,000. Call Diane George at (717) 341-8192. #57521

110 JEFFERSON ST, SUITE 105

HOLLIDAYSBURG

KERRY GORITY REALTOR

(814) 932-4616

COMMERCIAL SALE. Lg brick & vinyl sided building w/ storefront & 2 apts.

The storefront has beautiful hdwd flrs & tin ceilings. Rents are $900 upstairs & $675 for the effic. Previously, the storefront rented for $850. Call Kerry Gority at (814) 932-4616. #57710

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110 Jefferson Street, Suite 105, Hollidaysburg

814-944-9377

MATT EVEY BROKER/OWNER

934-0496

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1316 3RD AVE., DUNCANSVILLE - Duncansville 5 unit comm complex. 22,000 cars per day approx. Features 2 - 1st flr office suites each w/ approx. 1,450 sq ft 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 per mo. Or move your business into the 1,450 sq ft 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. $299,900. #56017

NEW PRICE

4002 CORTLAND AVE., ALTOONA - Large Eldorado area 2.5 sty home w/ large LR, formal DR, FR, spacious kitchen plus 2 full BAs including one on 1st flr. 3 nice sized BRs & large fin attic. Large covered rear patio, 2 car det garage w/ workshop plus off-st parking. Enclosed front & back porches, walk-out bsmt, fire ring. $94,900. #57728

NEW PRICE

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110 Jefferson Street., Suite 105, Hollidaysburg

814-944-9377

JODY MARKS

934-1520

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

961 28TH ST., ALTOONA - Check out this well cared for beauty centrally located on a lg corner lot. Property features 4 BRs, 2 BAs w/ fin bsmt.

Bsmt could be mother-in-law suite, as there is a BR, BA, lLR & kitchen, or just more room for your family. Jody Marks 934-1520. $154,900. #57171

1628 28TH AVE., ALTOONA - Lg, maintenance free, brick 2 sty w/ many updates. New roof, new furnace, some new windows, & recently painted. Home features 4 lg BRs, enclosed sunroom & det garage. Needs some updating, but perfect for a lg family. Jody Marks 9341520. $139,900. #57202

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