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Exploring state parks in Penn Township
Penn Township, 24 miles from State College, is nestled between Brush Mountain and the ridges of Poe Valley State Park. Like many townships within the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Province, Penn’s central area is a patchwork of farmland interrupted by the gridded streets of local communities and boroughs bordered by state parks and mountain trails. Homes not attached to farmland are concentrated in Coburn, the only community in the township, and on the Poe Valley side of Penn Creek. For shopping and dining, residents usually head to Penns Valley Road and Millheim Borough at the base of Brush Mountain. Penn offers more space with a lower price tag, as well as access to nature and the urban amenities of State College.
With vista views overlooking Poe Valley Penn Township is a breathtaking place to live.
Poe Lake in Poe Valley State Park is a destination for local fishermen,
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Fly Fishing and tubing at Poe Paddy State Park
Fly fishing is a popular pastime in the township, and anglers head to Poe Paddy State Park to cast their lines in Poe Creek. During May and June, Poe Paddy and nearby Poe Valley State Park are swarmed by visitors from around the world during the green drake mayfly hatch. “Fish love mayflies,” says Kylie Orndorf, the environmental education specialist at Poe Valley State Park. “The fish go crazy for the mayflies, and people like the fish.” Poe Lake in Poe Valley and Penn’s Creek in Poe Paddy are popular summertime recreation areas. Visitors will kayak and fish in the warm waters of Poe Lake before heading to Poe Paddy for tubing in Penn’s Creek. “Poe Paddy is very well known for tubing,” says Orndorf. “Normally, you need two cars for tubing, one at the end of the lake and one at the start, but for Poe Paddy, it’s a one-car deal because it winds around the mountain's edge. You walk up the train tunnel and put the tube in Penn’s Creek. It loops around. It’s like a lazy river. We know people who do it all day long.”
During the winter months, some residents stay active by taking fitness classes at the Penns Valley YMCA, or they head up to Tussey Mountain for skiing and snow tubing. Children can visit the playground at the Old Gregg School Community and Recreation Center, and in the summer months, they can cool off in Millheim Pool.
Poe Paddy State Park is located in Penn Township and is a popular camping destination.
Poe Paddy is a smaller park at 23 acres with great camping and a lovely stream running thru.
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Multifamily and single-family homes in Coburn
Most homes in Penn sit on stretches of farmland, while others are scattered around the ridges of Poe Valley or congregate near Millheim Borough and Coburn. In Coburn, there is a mix of single and multi-family homes with Victorian and Colonial Revival influences; these houses are often painted in eye-catching shades. National, farmhouse and ranch-style homes are common. Prices range from $175,000 to $350,000, and the average lot size is a little over 1 acre. Homes are priced below the State College and the national average. The area’s CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
The average size home in Penn is 1,820 SF just below the national average.
In Penn Township the median price on a home is $237,500.
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Practical arts offered at Penn Valley Junior/Senior High School
The Penns Valley Area School District, which receives a B from Niche, serves Penn Township and is listed as the second-best district in Centre County. Children may attend Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate School, which receives a B, and Penns Valley Junior/Senior High School, which also receives a B. The Penns Valley Junior/Senior High School offers practical arts courses, which include family & consumer sciences, technology education and business education.
Millheim is the largest village in Penn Township and is a great place to enjoy a bite or more.
Coburn is one of the main villages within Penn Township to visit and enjoy.
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Commuters use Pennsylvania 45
Penn is car-dependent, and commuters use Pennsylvania 45 to reach State College and Pennsylvania 445 to cut across Brush Mountain. ATVs and snowmobiles may be driven on certain roads in Penn Township, provided appropriate licensing is obtained. This may make travel through the ridges of Poe Valley easier to access during the winter months. “These roads are not necessarily maintained in the winter,” says Orndorf. “In the winter, the first snow and ice storm make it difficult to access.” State College Regional Airport is 28 miles away, and Mount Nittany Medical Center is 21 miles away.
In downtown MIllheim you can enjoy a sidewalk stroll and feel safe from cars.
Cattle farmers line the country side in Penn Township.
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Haunted cavern tour at Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park
Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park, 11 miles away, is an underground cavern with 35 feet of water surrounded by 1,600 acres of farmland, which houses native wildlife, from mountain lions to horses. Tours of the cavern and wildlife park are offered year-round, and there are recurring specialty events and activities on the grounds. “We also offer the miner’s maze and gemstone panning,” says Jeanine Watson, the executive business director of Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park. “And, during the fourth quarter of 2024, we will be bringing back the Cave Rock Mountain Tours – private jeep tours over the Penn’s Cave Estate, including off-roading adventures.” During Halloween, Prospector Pete’s Miner’s Maze and the cavern tour get a spooky makeover, and patrons can listen to ghost stories while exploring the cave. Religious services are held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Salem United Church of Christ, Calvary Penns Valley and others around the area.
Guided tours through the Wildlife Park at Penn's Cave allow visitors to see & learn about foxes.
Visitors spend about 45 minutes exploring Penn's Cave by boat.
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Coffee in a rustic hunting cabin at The Meandering Mallard Coffee House
State College and Millheim offer most of the area's shopping and dining. Elk Creek Café + Aleworks in Millheim serves pub fare made with locally sourced ingredients and paired with house-brewed ales. Nearby, The Meandering Mallard Coffee House is a quaint and quirky café offering hand-crafted espresso drinks with breakfast and lunch sandwiches in a rustic hunting cabin. In Coburn, residents can pick up fishing gear at The Feathered Hook. Groceries are available at the local Burkholder’s Country Market and Giant in State College.
The Meandering Mallard Coffee House is a rustic spot also serving up fare with local supplies.
Triple Creek Lodge is a great place to rest your feet and grab a bite in Penn.
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Parks in this Area
Poe Valley State Park
Poe Paddy State Park
Coburn Park
Transit
Airport
State College Regional
50 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Penn
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Penn, Coburn sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Penn, Coburn over the last 12 months is $332,580, up 58% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Discover this charming farmette set on over 3 acres of picturesque land in the rolling hills of Penns Valley, located on the aptly named Paradise Lane. Just under a mile from world-class fly fishing on Penns Creek, and a short drive to Millheim, where you'll find convenient access to supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and shopping. State College and Penn State University are just 22 miles away,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,070
Median Age
39
Population under 18
32.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,151
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,593
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
24.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°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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