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'Small villages of homes' in the Appalachian Mountains
Liberty Township is a rural community in Centre County bordered by the Appalachian Mountains to the north and the Foster Joseph Sayers Dam to the south. The area is heavily secluded, with state Route 150 cutting through and connecting to the township’s country roads. The community attracts a diverse group of people, from those looking for a lower cost of living to those looking for a vacation home far away from the city. “There are small villages of homes, but there are a lot of mountainside recreational properties too,” says Boyd Phillips, a Realtor with Fish Real Estate, who’s been selling homes in the area for over five years.
Liberty is a historical township with older homes and sprawling countryside views.
People who like to fish in Liberty can find great catches in Beech Creek.
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Boating and fishing at Bald Eagle State Park
Bald Eagle State Park is a 5,900-acre recreation hotspot along the Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir. The park offers boating access with a marina and launches, fishing spots and a campground. “It has amazing fishing right off the dam,” says Phillips. There’s also a sandy beach with swimming access and a playground. Clinton Country Club, located 7 miles east, is an 18-hole golf course with a pro shop and tournaments throughout the year. Clinton County Speedway, a dirt track 9 miles away, holds races every weekend in the summer.
Boaters will love the reservoir at Bald Eagle State Park.
Milton Country Club offers a challenging 18 hole course in Mill Hall near Liberty.
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Diverse mix of home styles in Liberty Township
Homebuyers can find a wide range of properties, including national-style and farmhouse-style homes from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, ranch-style and colonial homes from the late 20th century as well as manufactured houses from the 21st century. Log cabin vacation homes have also started being built here within the past 30 years, attracting buyers looking for a getaway in a secluded area. There’s a large cluster of homes in Blanchard, which is on the southern edge of the township, while other houses spread out along winding country roads. Blanchard’s homes sit on smaller lot sizes, and houses outside of this cluster have large lots ranging from three to 20 acres. Properties from the late 1800s to early 1900s typically sell for $125,000 to $325,000, while late 1900s ranch-style and colonial homes usually go for $200,000 to $400,000. Newer manufactured houses sell for $50,000 to $100,000 and vacation homes tend to go for $150,000 to $400,000. The CAP Index gives Liberty a crime score of 1 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
The quaint town of Beech Creek near Liberty contains older architecture with countryside views.
19th century homes are spotted in Beech Creek near Liberty where pretty front porches impress.
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Dual enrollment program at Central Mountain High
Students may attend Liberty-Curtin Elementary, which gets a C from Niche, for kindergarten through fourth grade, before going to Central Mountain Middle, which also has a C, for fifth through eighth grade. Central Mountain High, which also receives a C, offers a dual enrollment program with Pennsylvania State University. “The biggest draw is it’s less than 40 minutes from Penn State,” says Phillips. Penn State, just 20 miles south of Liberty, is a public university with nearly 90,000 students enrolled annually. The college also has a highly decorated sports program with 82 national collegiate team championships.
Beech Creek is a common place to visit for many Liberty township residents.
Close to U.S. Route 220, Interstate 80
The township is car-dependent because of its rural atmosphere. Commuters can take State Route 150 to access U.S. Route 220, which leads to Williamsport, and Interstate 80, which goes to State College. The closest hospital is the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, located 8 miles east in Lock Haven. State College Regional is the closest airport, which is 20 miles south.
Shopping and dining in Beech Creek and Mill Hall
Residents will have to travel outside the township for shopping and dining. In the nearby Beech Creek borough, there’s a Dollar General and local restaurants like Brothers Pizza, which has been serving pies in the area since 1996. Five miles east, Bald Eagle Produce and Baked Goods is a farmers market that’s open seasonally from May through October. There’s also a Walmart Supercenter, Weis Markets and an Ollie's Bargain Outlet 7 miles east in Mill Hall.
Brothers Pizza in Beech Creek near Liberty whips up the best pies in the area.
At Floating Feathers Brewery, customers love the atmosphere and drinks close by to Liberty.
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Parks in this Area
Bald Eagle State Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Beech Creek Community Park
Mill Hall Park
Transit
Airport
State College Regional
47 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Liberty
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Liberty Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Liberty, Liberty Township sell after 6 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Liberty, Liberty Township over the last 12 months is $655,000, up 57% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled in central Pennsylvania, this beautiful, forested tract offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience, just 5 minutes from Bald Eagle State Park and Sayers Dam and 30 minutes from State Collegeperfect for a Penn State football weekend getaway. With stunning mountain views, abundant wildlife, and road frontage, this property is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The property is
Discover the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience with this level .50 acre lot in Blanchard, PA. With road frontage on N. Eagle Valley Road, this parcel is ready for your vision - whether you’re planning your forever home, a weekend retreat, or an investment opportunity. Enjoy the flexibility of no covenants or restrictions; bring your own builder and design the lifestyle you want!
Discover the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience with this level .50 acre lot in Blanchard, PA. With road frontage on N. Eagle Valley Road, this parcel is ready for your vision - whether you’re planning your forever home, a weekend retreat, or an investment opportunity. Enjoy the flexibility of no covenants or restrictions; bring your own builder and design the lifestyle you want!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,589
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,795
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,514
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.5%
College Graduates
12.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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