Why Live in Calvert Hills
Calvert Hills in Altoona is a historic neighborhood featuring a variety of homes from the 1930s, including American Foursquares, bungalows, Colonial Revivals, Craftsman, and ranch-style houses. These homes are situated on small, densely packed lots with many properties boasting front porches or back decks. The neighborhood is walkable, thanks to its gridded streets and sidewalks. Keith Hilltop Terrace Apartments, a 55-plus community, offers updated living spaces and amenities like a fitness center. Keith Athletic Field serves as the main green space, popular for dog walking and outdoor activities, while Westfall Park provides panoramic views and short trails. Gospel Hill Park is notable for its prominently displayed American flag. Residents need to travel outside the neighborhood for retail, but downtown Altoona is less than a mile away, featuring dining options like Tom & Joe’s diner, The Clay Cup café, and Levity Brewing Co. For things to do, locals can enjoy performances at the Mishler Theatre, events at the Jaffa Shrine, and visits to the Railroader’s Memorial Museum and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art. Public transportation is accessible via Amtran bus stops, and the Altoona Transportation Center offers Amtrak services. UPMC Altoona is about a mile away for healthcare needs, and the Altoona-Blair County Airport is 23 miles south. Students attend schools in the Altoona Area School District, with Irving Elementary School and Altoona Area High School offering various educational programs.
