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Steps from downtown Altoona
Surrounded by the Allegheny Mountains, Calvert Hills sits just outside downtown Altoona. This urban neighborhood mostly consists of historic single-family homes, but it’s near some of the city’s most notable attractions – Jaffa Shrine, the Railroaders Memorial Museum and the Mishler Theatre. Some of Altoona’s best dining options are within walking distance for many locals via the sidewalks of the neighborhood's gridded streets. “Calvert Hills is affordable,” says Brenden Goldizen, real estate investor with Goldizen Real Estate LLC, who lives in Blair County. “But it attracts a lot of different types of residents – young families looking for a starter home or older adults who want to downsize.”
Historic homes on gridded streets
A wide variety of historic homes from the 1930s line Calvert Hills’s gridded streets. American Foursquares, bungalows, Colonial Revivals, Craftsman- and ranch-style homes sit on small, densely packed lots. Many properties have front porches or back decks, and sidewalks make this hilly neighborhood walkable. Potential homebuyers can find a property for between $50,000 and $250,000, with most homes priced around $140,000. Condition is the biggest factor when it comes to price variation. “After World War II, Altoona saw a large dip in jobs and, with that, residents,” Goldizen says. “There have been a lot of eager, young investors and developers who are buying some of these older homes that have been left to rot and giving them a full remodel.” The Keith Hilltop Terrace Apartments are also in the neighborhood. This 55-plus community sits within a converted school building and offers residents updated living spaces, a fitness center and a friendly staff.
Historic homes in various styles and conditions line Calvert Hills’ gridded residential streets.
Potential homebuyers can find a property in Calvert Hills for between $50,000 and $250,000.
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A school-to-career program at Altoona schools
Students are zoned for the Altoona Area School District. They can attend Irving Elementary School, which gets a B from Niche, before Altoona Area Junior High School and Altoona Area High School, both receiving C-plus scores from Niche. Altoona Area High School offers nearly 20 Advanced Placement classes and a school-to-career program that prepares students to enter the workforce through hands-on opportunities with local businesses.
According to Niche the Altoona Area Junior High School has a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Students have a fun and safe place to learn at Irving Elementary School.
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Keith Athletic Field, Westfall Park and Gospel Hill Park
Keith Athletic Field is the neighborhood’s main green space. While it’s owned by the school district and the FC14 Soccer Club often uses it, it’s a popular spot for locals to walk dogs or spend time outdoors. It also has a baseball diamond. Nearby, Westfall Park has panoramic views of the Alleghenies and the city of Altoona. Visitors can stroll on short trails at this hilltop park or catch a rec league game at the softball diamond. The American flag has flown at nearby Gospel Hill Park since 1990; it can be seen for miles. The flag is replaced throughout the year so that it stays in pristine condition, and on Flag Day, the city celebrates the flag waving at Gospel Hill Park at Heritage Plaza, where the mayor makes a proclamation.
Residents of Calvert Hills have not been spared from the pickleball craze sweeping the nation.
Hope Community Playground in Calvert Hills is a great place to let the young ones run around.
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Near downtown Altoona’s dining scene
Residents will need to travel outside of the neighborhood to access any retail. But less than a mile from downtown Altoona, Calvert Hills is near some of the city’s go-to restaurants. Tom & Joe’s is a family-owned corner diner that’s served Altoonians since 1933. Visitors eat homestyle American fare from red leather chairs at this casual spot with checkered floors and wood-paneled walls. The Clay Cup is another popular spot in the morning and has an industrial vibe, with an aluminum exterior and exposed brick interior. In addition to serving coffee, the café is also a paint-your-own pottery studio. For happy hour, there’s Levity Brewing Co., which reopened in 2022 and has since become one of Altoona’s preferred weekend spots. They host an annual summer festival in the adjacent Heritage Plaza, an open event space near the train tracks. Locals listen to live music, shop from local vendors, play games, eat food and sip drinks. Residents must drive or take an Amtran bus to the nearest grocery store, Martin's, about 2 miles away.
Tuesday is trivia night at the nearby Levity Brewing Co which serves pub grub and its own brews.
Caffeine consumers of Calvert Hills head to The Clay Cup for the area's finest espresso pour.
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Concerts and a circus at the Jaffa
Calvert Hills is in a great location for those who want to take in all Altoona has to offer. Steps away from downtown Altoona, Calvert Hills is within walking distance of some of the city’s favorite shops, restaurants and attractions. Locals can watch the Altoona Community Theatre perform, or the Altoona Symphony Orchestra play at the historic Beaux-Arts Mishler Theatre. Jaffa Shrine – or “The Jaffa,” as many locals call it – is also nearby and hosts various events throughout the year. Run by Shriners, the venue annually brings the circus to Altoona and has a weekly summertime concert series. There are two museums where locals can spend the weekend: The Railroader’s Memorial Museum, which celebrates Altoona’s railroad history, and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, which showcases American art. Heritage Plaza, an open community space located downtown, hosts man events throughout the year, from the weekly Altoona Farmers Market to the Italian Food & Heritage Festival.
The Historic Mishler Theatre brings the performing arts to Altoona and Calvert Hills' citizens.
The Railroaders Memorial Museum right next door to Calvert Hills is a train enthusiast's dream.
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Getting around Calvert Hills
With a gridded street pattern and sidewalks, Calvert Hills is walkable. Amtran bus stops are along 16th, 15th and 13th streets, allowing locals to travel the city via public transport. The Altoona Transportation Center is a few blocks from the neighborhood and houses the city’s bus services and Altoona’s Amtrak, which runs on the Pennsylvanian line, journeying once daily from New York City to Pittsburgh and stopping in Altoona. In case of emergency, UPMC Altoona is about a mile from the neighborhood. And when it’s time to fly, the Altoona-Blair County Airport is about 23 miles south.
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Parks in this Area
Valley View County Park
Prospect Park
Bell's Gap Trail
Keith Athletic Field
Westfall Park
Gospel Hills Park
Northern Blair County Recreation Center
Hope Community Playground
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Calvert Hills
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Calvert Hills, Altoona sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Calvert Hills, Altoona over the last 12 months is $129,011, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
If you're looking for space you've found it. 5 spacious bedrooms with the entire attic constituting the 5th. Master bedroom on the first floor with plenty of space to add a master bath. Agent owned.NEW CARPET INSTALLED ON FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR 3/31/25
Make yourself at home in this fully remodeled move-in ready home! Brand new floors, carpet, cabinets, and GORGEOUS bathroom with tile shower make this an absolute must-see.
THIS MULTI UNIT HAS 2 UNITS BUT IS ON SEPARATE DEEDS, PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS IS. SELLER WILL MAKE NO REPAIRS.BUYER TO VERIFY TAXES AND SQUARE FOOTAGE.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,161
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,442
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,409
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.3%
College Graduates
13.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
53%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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