Why Live in Toy Town
Toy Town in Altoona features American Foursquares and Colonial Revival homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s, typically under 1,300 square feet. The neighborhood's gridded streets often have homes directly abutting the sidewalks, with well-maintained lawns and sidewalks. Mansion Park Stadium, located just southeast, offers tennis courts, baseball fields, and football fields, while Westfall Park provides additional recreational space. The nearby Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site, 10 miles west, includes the historic Lemon House and trails for hiking and cross-country skiing. Dining options include Al's Tavern on 8th Avenue and Original Italian Pizza on Broad Avenue. For shopping, residents frequent Weis Markets, Martin's, and Logan Valley Mall, all about 3 miles southeast. Local events include the Blair County African American Heritage Festival and Altoona Curve minor league baseball games at Peoples Natural Gas Field. Transportation is facilitated by Amtran bus stops on Broad and Beale Avenues, with downtown Altoona and its Amtrak station less than 2 miles northeast. The Altoona-Blair County Airport is 20 miles southeast, and Pittsburgh International Airport is 115 miles west. Schools in the area have average ratings, with opportunities for vocational training at the Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toy Town a good place to live?
Toy Town is a good place to live. Toy Town is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Toy Town has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $76,032 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Toy Town are home owners, with 25.7% of residents renting and 74.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Toy Town can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Toy Town neighborhood guide.
Is Toy Town, PA a safe neighborhood?
Toy Town, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Toy Town?
The median home price in Toy Town is $180,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $36,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $40K a year to afford the median home price in Toy Town. The average household income in Toy Town is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Toy Town?
The best public schools that serve Toy Town are:
What are the best private schools in Toy Town?
The best private schools that serve Toy Town are:
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Home Trends in Toy Town, PA
On average, homes in Toy Town, Altoona sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Toy Town, Altoona over the last 12 months is $165,000.
Median Sale Price
$165,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$180,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%