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Why Live in Howard

Howard Township, located near Howard Borough in Pennsylvania, features homes on large lots averaging around an acre, with smaller lots organized in a grid closer to the borough. Housing styles include minimal traditionals, Arts and Crafts, and bungalows in muted colors. The area is not undergoing significant development. Bald Eagle State Park, with the Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir, is a central attraction offering swimming, boating, and fishing, with six boat launches and a 45-mile speed limit for watercraft. The reservoir also plays a crucial role in flood mitigation for the West Branch Susquehanna River Basin. Residents often travel to nearby State College, Bellefonte (10 miles away), and Lock Haven (18 miles away) for shopping and dining. Local dining options include the Kitchen Witch and Brothers Pizza of Howard. The Centre County Grange Fair, 21 miles away in Centre Hall, is a notable event, while the Punkin’ Chunkin’ Fall Festival in Bald Eagle State Park is a popular local event. The area is primarily car-dependent, with several state routes and interstates nearby, and State College Regional Airport is 18 miles away. The Bald Eagle Area School District serves the township, with Howard Elementary School receiving high ratings.

Howard Home Prices vs. Nearby Howard Township, PA Neighborhoods

Howard Rush Burnham Lewistown
Median Home Price
$152,500
$165,000
$181,450
$169,500
Median Sale Price
$152,500
-41% YoY
$162,000
+6% YoY
$179,500
+24% YoY
$165,000
+10% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$152,500
$180,000
$179,000
$168,500
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Howard a good place to live?
Howard is a good place to live. Howard is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Howard is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Howard has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $88,234 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Howard are home owners, with 14% of residents renting and 86% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Howard can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Howard neighborhood guide.
Is Howard, PA a safe neighborhood?
Howard, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Howard?
The median home price in Howard is $152,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $30,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.65%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $33K a year to afford the median home price in Howard. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Howard is $88K.
What are the best public schools in Howard?
The best public schools that serve Howard are:
What are the best private schools in Howard?
The best private schools that serve Howard are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Howard, Howard Township, PA?
The most popular zip codes in Howard, Howard Township, PA include 16841, 16823, 17721, 16822 and 16829.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Howard, Howard Township, PA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Howard, Howard Township, PA are Snow Shoe and Huston.
Are home prices dropping in Howard?
Yes, home prices in Howard are down 52% in the last 12 months.
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