Marion Township, 19 miles from State College Borough, is a patchwork of farmland within the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Province. Many residents settle in the rural community for lower taxes and an easy commute to work. “Taxes are lower in Centre County,” says Jerri Young, a broker with SWC Realty. “Marion Township is a great area. Lots of people do commute into State College for jobs.” Commuters must share the road with horses and buggies as Amish families run most of the area's farms. “The primary occupation is farming,” says Young. “Unless you’re commuting.” The township has easy access to outdoor activities, so residents can enjoy the proximity to other municipalities without giving up the pastoral pleasures of rural living. The CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Swimming at Bald Eagle State Park
Bald Eagle State Park, 5 miles away, sits on the other side of Mount Eagle, between State Game Lands Number 92 and Number 255. Bald Eagle is known for the Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir, part of a flood control dam used for swimming, boating, and fishing. The park also has campgrounds and 14.5 miles of hiking trails. Campers can visit the park’s frog pond or spot bald eagles roosting on Mount Eagle. In the spring, bird watchers may spot songbirds in the area. The nearby state game lands are used primarily for hunting and fishing, though these activities are also allowed in the state park.
Homes have average lot size of 1.5 acres
Residences are spaced out on acres of farmland or large plots off Jacksonville Road. Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes are typical in the area. These range from $210,000 to $655,000. While housing prices are comparable to those of State College, the average lot size in Marion is 1.5 acres, while the average in State College is less than an acre.
Bellefonte High School offers agricultural education
The Bellefonte Area School District, which receives a B-minus from Niche, serves Marion Township. Children may attend Marion-Walker Elementary School, which receives a B, and Bellefonte Area Middle School, which receives a B-minus. Students advance to Bellefonte Area High School, which receives a B. Bellefonte High School offers agricultural education, including pre-veterinary science, plant science and biotechnology and landscape and horticulture.
Commuters use interstates and local routes
The area is car-dependent. Interstate 80 passes through the community and connects with Interstate 99, which leads to State College. Jacksonville Road bisects the township and connects to state Route 1010, leading to state Route 64, a well-maintained route that leads directly to the shopping centers along Atherton Street in State College.
Launch pumpkins at the Punkin’ Chunkin’ Festival
The Howard Fire Company hosts the Punkin’ Chunkin’ Festival in Bald Eagle State Park in October. Residents gather to launch pumpkins into the reservoir using air canons, catapults and other methods. Local vendors set up shop in the park and there’s a fall farmers market for fresh produce.
Shopping and dining in neighboring communities
Shopping and dining are found outside the area in State College, Lock Haven, 17 miles away and Bellefonte, 10 miles away. Hublersburg Inn, 3 miles away in Walker Township, is an upscale restaurant serving American cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails. In the township, The Dairy Barn-Nittany Valley Creamery serves as a café and an ice cream parlor, offering milkshakes, sundaes, scones, coffee and other sweet treats. Groceries are available in Lock Haven and along Atherton Street in State College. Hilltop Farm offers home-grown produce within the community.
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Parks in this Area
Bald Eagle State Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Jonas Panik Park
Transit
Airport
State College Regional
33 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Marion
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
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 Marion, PA sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Marion, PA over the last 12 months is $410,000, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$410,000
Median Single Family Price
$410,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
283
Median Year Built
1991
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,871
On par with the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,093
Median Age
41
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,922
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,296
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
16.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
11/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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