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Sold for $580,000
  • $580,000

    356 E Foster Ave, State College, PA 16801

    6beds
    2,668sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1929
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $613,400 Zestimate®
    $217/sqft
    $3,603 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $613,400

    $552,000 - $681,000

    $3,603/mo

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    What's special

    Brick fireplaceSpacious patioRecently renovated kitchenOriginal hardwood floorsTudoresque wood beam accentsUpdated walk-in tile shower
    In the heart of the architecturally rich, historic Highlands Neighborhood, which features over fifty-five of the Borough’s one hundred and forty-five identified historically significant structures for its walking tours, is this stately, well preserved, red brick cottage with tudoresque wood beam accents built of the same quality materials as many of the other significant homes of this era. Only two blocks from Penn State University! The home is part of the Historic Highlands Neighborhood, with a long history of ownership by Penn State Professors, Faculty and Staff. The current owner shares that she and her husband have loved the vibrancy of the neighborhood! It's a great place to live and raise a family. The neighborhood association is active and they have really enjoyed interacting with the students and the fraternities. Throughout the home, original hardwood floors and trim adorn the first and second floors. In addition to the comfortable natural gas radiant heat, the home has been updated with high efficiency ductless mini splits providing heating and cooling in each main room. The first floor has been updated with custom energy efficient Pella windows. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms and a fourth room that could be a walk-in closet, office, convenient storage or perhaps could be converted to an extra bathroom. The first level also features an oversized living room, brick fireplace, recently renovated kitchen, dining room with french doors flowing out to spacious patio for easy entertaining. The first floor also boasts an additional room, that could also be a first floor owners suite with its own full bath and updated walk-in tile shower, office or even a family room. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own this well preserved charming brick cottage today! The Basement has a student rental permitted apartment with 2 tenants.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    George Arnold 814-280-0527,

    Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty

    Bought with:

    George Arnold, RS346913

    Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACE2512410MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Kitchen
    • Level: Lower
    Heating
    • Radiator, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric
    Cooling
    • Ductless, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,668
    • Total interior livable area: 2,668 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,218
    • Finished area below ground: 450

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Alley Access, Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 5
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 8,712 sqft
    • Features: Corner Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 36013,254,0000
    • Zoning: R2
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1929

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Broadband, Cable

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: State College
    • Subdivision: Highlands
    • Municipality: STATE COLLEGE BORO

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/11/2025Sold$580,000-7.1%$217/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PACE2512410 Report a problem
    2/13/2025Pending sale$624,000$234/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PACE2512410 Report a problem
    11/14/2024Listed for sale$624,000$234/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PACE2512410 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$4,784 +1.7%$60,830
    2023$4,704 +7.1%$60,830
    2022$4,391 $60,830
    2021$4,391 +31.2%--
    2020$3,348 +1.6%$60,830
    2019$3,295 +24.8%$60,830
    2018$2,641 $60,830
    2017-- $60,830
    2016-- $60,830
    2015-- $60,830
    2014-- $60,830
    2013-- $60,830
    2012-- $60,830
    2011-- $60,830
    2010-- $60,830
    2009-- $60,830
    2006-- $60,830
    2005-- $60,830
    2004-- $60,830
    2003-- $60,830
    2002-- $60,830
    2000-- $60,830

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    Neighborhood: 16801

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: State College Area

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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