Fairview in Altoona is a historic neighborhood featuring homes built in the late 1800s and early 1900s, with American Foursquare and Victorian-inspired styles. These homes, originally inhabited by Pennsylvania Railroad executives, are priced between $60,000 and $150,000. On the outskirts, split-level homes from the 1960s and '70s range from $175,000 to $250,000. The neighborhood includes Fairview Hills, a public housing complex, and College Park Apartments, catering to Penn State Altoona students. Fairview Park offers a baseball field, playground, basketball court, and picnic shelter, while Penn State Altoona provides public access to its outdoor recreation facilities. Nearby Juniata Memorial Spray Park features water attractions, a basketball court, and a playground. Canoe Creek State Park, 12 miles east, offers a lake for swimming and fishing, and connects to the 17-mile Lower Trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Local dining includes Mike's Court and Michael's Pizzeria, known for its unique "Altoona Pizza." For groceries, Martin's is conveniently located off Chestnut Avenue, with additional retail options less than 5 miles away at Logan Towne Center and the Shoppes at Pleasant Valley. Community events are hosted at Father Kelly Hall, and residents can enjoy attractions like the Peoples Natural Gas Field, Railroaders Memorial Museum, and the historic Mishler Theatre. The neighborhood is served by Amtran bus system, connecting residents to Penn State Altoona and downtown. Schools in the area include the McAuliffe Heights Program at Irving School, Juniata Gap Elementary, Altoona Area Junior High, and Altoona Area High, with Altoona Central Catholic School also available for Pre-K through eighth grades.