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Historic village honors military veterans
Encompassing part of Rothrock State Forest, a nearly 100,000-acre natural area in the Appalachian Mountains, Harris Township is a suburban community with small-town charm. In 1809, land speculator Andrew Stroup sold $11 plots of land in a lottery, creating what would eventually become Boalsburg village. During the Civil War, many of the area’s men went to fight for the Union Army. As a result, Harris has long honored and celebrated military veterans, becoming the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1864. Originally called “Decoration Day,” the community came together to decorate the local graves of those who died during service. Today, the community features the Pennsylvania Military Museum, a Memorial Day festival that brings in 25,000 people annually and monuments throughout the township. Around this small community, there’s a village square with local restaurants, several parks and a historic theater. With its proximity to State College, residents here can also visit the city’s shopping centers, downtown attractions and sports games at Pennsylvania State University.
Enjoy a walk just outside the village of Boalsburg in Harris, PA.
The Pennsylvania Military Museum opened in 1968 on 68 acres with many historical artifacts.
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Winter skiing at Tussey Mountain Lodge
Tussey Mountain Lodge is a ski resort in town with over 7 miles of trails to use in the winter. During the summer, the recreation area also offers go-kart racing, mini golf and a skate park. Blue Spring Park is a public green space with sports facilities, a playground and a picnic pavilion. Kayward Park has an additional playground and a sledding area. The Pennsylvania Military Museum has a collection of over 10,000 artifacts spanning from the Spanish-American War to the Vietnam War. Other indoor activities include the 114-year-old Nittany Theatre at the Boal Barn, which still hosts live stage plays, and Climb Nittany, a 120,000-square-foot rock-climbing gym.
Tussey's has a great go kart center for kids and adults to enjoy in Harris, PA.
Enjoy a great par 3 course at Tussey's Resort in Harris, PA.
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Local staples like Duffy’s Tavern
Harris Township is home to historic restaurants like Duffy’s Tavern, whose stone structure has been a centerpiece of Boalsburg’s village square since 1819. There are also newer offerings like Pump Station Cafe and Kelly's Steak & Seafood. Along Boal Avenue, Tait Farm Harvest Shop & Greenhouse has been selling fresh produce since 1987. The Boalsburg Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from May through November and features over two-dozen local vendors. The Hills Plaza shopping center is also 2 miles west with a Giant grocery store and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet.
Angelo's Pizza is a popular spot for brunch on the weekend having patrons line up out the door.
Operated since 1950 and creating gourmet foods in the 80's Tait Farm is a staple in Harris, PA.
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Boalsburg’s Memorial Day celebration
The town’s modern Memorial Day Festival includes a parade, local vendors and a service for fallen veterans. Alongside its Memorial Day events, the Boalsburg Fireman’s Carnival features amusement rides, games and food trucks. At Tussey Mountain Lodge, WingFest is held every Thursday night for eight weeks in the summer. The festival has a wing competition with public voting and live music each night.
Ranch-style homes starting in the $300,000s in Harris Township
Homebuyers can find ranch-style, colonial and contemporary-style houses built between the 1960s to the present day. Most have less than a half-acre of land, but some have nearly 40-acre lots. These homes tend to stay on the market for less than three weeks and typically sell for $300,000 to $900,000. Liberty Hill is a 55+ community in Boalsburg with two- and three-bedroom townhouses that range from $400,000 to $600,000. There are also three- and four-bedroom townhouses in nonrestricted communities selling for $300,000 to $400,000. The CAP Index gives Harris a crime score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
The average size home in Harris is 2138 SF.
The average townhouse size in Harris is 2088 SF.
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Freshman program at State College Area High
Students may start at Mount Nittany Elementary, which receives an A from Niche, before going to Mount Nittany Middle, which also gets an A. State College Area High earns an A-plus and offers a special learning community to incoming freshmen designed to promote a successful transition to high school. The township is also just 4 miles east of Penn State, which has nearly 90,000 students enrolled annually and has a highly decorated sports program with 82 national collegiate team championships.
State College Area High School teaches 2,410 students in State College, PA.
State College Area High School has a Niche.com overall rating of A+.
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Commuting via U.S. Route 322
While Boalsburg village has walkable shops and restaurants, the rest of Harris Township is car-dependent. U.S. Route 322 runs through town and connects to Interstate 99. The closest airport is State College Regional, which is 6 miles north. Mount Nittany Medical Center is the nearest hospital, located 4 miles north.
I99 is a major thruway that helps the residents of Harris get around quickly.
There are multiple locations in Harris along 322 to grab a bus and get into the Penn State area.
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Parks in this Area
Ashworth Woods Park
Blue Spring Park
Country Place Park
Bear Meadows Natural Area
Arthur & Lodie Witmer Memorial Park
Poe Valley State Park
Fasick Park
Harpster Park
Transit
Airport
State College Regional
25 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harris
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harris, Boalsburg sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Harris, Boalsburg over the last 12 months is $520,058, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
OPEN HOUSE - Friday, May 2nd, 5:00 - 6:30 PM. Welcome to this inviting home in desirable Harris Acres, where comfort meets charm on a generous .8-acre lot. This spacious residence offers 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 1,968 square feet of above-grade living space, plus an additional 557 square feet in the walk-out basement. The interior showcases beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of
A Contemporary Masterpiece in the heart of Rockey Ridge. Nestled on an elevated lot with breathtaking views of Tussey Mountain, this 2019-built home by Olga Levi seamlessly blends modern elegance with exceptional comfort. Every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to create a truly refined living experience. Step inside to discover an open-concept design highlighted by natural maple hardwood
Have you been seeking the sense of peace that comes from a large private lot but don't want to lose the convenience of in-town living? Come and discover a rare blend of indoor and outdoor living that celebrates the beauty of nature and joys of life all year round at 531 Kennard Road, State College. This 3 bed/2 full bath 1950's updated U-shaped ranch home is nestled on a serene 0.89 acre lot with
Don’t miss this stunning home in Rockey Ridge that will surprise you with space! The highlight of this open-concept home is the kitchen which features two 5 foot quartz/granite islands for an impressive and functional cooking and dining experience. There is storage for everything with all the custom cabinetry and tons of natural light throughout the space with the oversized windows. The front of
Discover this budget-friendly 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home that combines comfort with convenience in a desirable location. Perfect for families or students!- **Spacious Bedrooms:** Four well-sized bedrooms with plush carpet, providing a cozy retreat for everyone.- **Modern Bathrooms:** Enjoy two full bathrooms plus a convenient half bath, designed for ease of living.- **Laundry
Centre Estates I&II is an affordable housing community located right outside State College, PA with CATAGo! accessibility. We operate under USDA Rural Development 515 and Low-Income Tax Credit program guidelines. Applicants must be income-eligible for move-in. Applications are available outside the management office located at 101 Jacks Mill Drive - Office, Boalsburg, PA 16827.
Cute two-bedroom, one-bathroom ranch house with wonderful rear yard and one car garage. The property is within an easy commute to the University Winery, Boalsburg Diamond, Duffy's Tavern, Boal City Brewing, 814 Cider Works, the Wasson Farm Market, the Pennsylvania Military Museum, and the Musser Gap Trail. Tenant pays for all utilities, while lawn care is thoughtfully included in the rent. One
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,070
Median Age
47
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,504
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,349
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.7%
College Graduates
70.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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