Why Live in Juniata Gap
Juniata Gap in Altoona features organically winding streets and homes with large green lawns framed by tall trees. The neighborhood showcases a mix of 1920s and ‘30s bungalows, as well as ranches and split-level homes from the 1960s. While there are no designated parks within Juniata Gap, residents can enjoy nearby outdoor activities. State game lands a few miles northwest offer hunting and trapping opportunities, and Prince Gallitzin State Park, 13 miles away, is popular for hiking, fishing, and boating. Juniata Memorial Park, 3 miles away, features a playground, basketball court, and a spray park. For shopping and dining, residents drive a few miles south to Martin’s grocery store or the Plank Road Commons shopping plaza, which includes Walmart, Sam’s Club, and T.J. Maxx. Nearby Juniata offers casual dining options like Mama Randazzo's Pizzeria and McGarvey's Bar and Grill. Community events in Altoona include Altoona Curve baseball games, the Blair County African American Heritage Festival, and the Rails and Ales festival. While the neighborhood is car-dependent, downtown Altoona is 4 miles southeast, and major routes like Interstate 99 and U.S. Route 22 provide access to central Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh. The Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center offers specialized programs, and the Penn State Altoona campus provides higher education opportunities with the 2+2 program and various degree options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juniata Gap a good place to live?
Juniata Gap is a good place to live. Juniata Gap is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Juniata Gap is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Juniata Gap has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $110,009 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Juniata Gap are home owners, with 9.7% of residents renting and 90.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Juniata Gap can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Juniata Gap, PA a safe neighborhood?
Juniata Gap, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Juniata Gap?
The median home price in Juniata Gap is $1,340,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $268,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $298K a year to afford the median home price in Juniata Gap. The average household income in Juniata Gap is $110K.
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Home Trends in Juniata Gap, PA
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,732,400
Number of Homes for Sale
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Last 12 months Home Sales
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Median List Price
$1,340,700