Why Live in East End
East End in Altoona features century-old homes on gridded streets, many without front yards. The neighborhood includes American Foursquares and bungalows from the early 20th century, with some homes requiring major renovations. Traditional duplexes and multifamily homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s reflect the area's railroad history, while ranch-style properties from the 1970s are found in the neighborhood’s northern section. Schools include Mowrie A. Ebner Elementary, Altoona Area Junior High, and Altoona Area High, which offers astronomy classes in its planetarium. The Sheetz Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence supports local startups and is about a mile from the neighborhood. Baseball is a popular activity, with fields available for East End Little League and Geesey Park. Valley View County Park, less than a mile east, offers disc golf, soccer fields, a playground, and nature trails. Canoe Creek State Park, 13 miles southeast, provides hiking, fishing, boating, and a summer beach. Dining options include Luigetta's Restaurant, Taps on 2nd Tavern and Grill, and Kettle Inn. Convenience stores like FeFi’s are nearby, larger supermarkets under 2 miles away and major shopping centers are about 6 miles southeast. Residents enjoy minor league baseball games at People Natural Gas Field and events at the Railroaders Memorial Museum. Residents get around by walking, taking the Amtran bus and commuting via U.S. Route 220 and Interstate 99. More transportation options include the Amtrak station downtown and Altoona-Blair County Airport, about 20 miles south.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East End a good place to live?
East End is a good place to live. East End is considered somewhat walkable. East End has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $58,744 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.8% of residents. A majority of residents in East End are home owners, with 33.5% of residents renting and 66.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East End can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East End neighborhood guide.
Is East End, PA a safe neighborhood?
East End, PA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East End?
The median home price in East End is $136,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $27,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $29K a year to afford the median home price in East End. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in East End is $59K.
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Home Trends in East End, PA
On average, homes in East End, Altoona sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in East End, Altoona over the last 12 months is $135,000, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$135,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$135,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$84
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median List Price
$136,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
29%