A tranquil village with auto repair shops and mountain views
Small homes on rural roads and panoramic views of the Allegheny Mountains define Grazierville, a slow-paced community just south of Tyrone. The village was created as a stop on the Pennsylvania Railroad line between Altoona and Tyrone in the late 1800s; the stop isn’t there today, though freight and passenger trains still frequently use the tracks east Grazierville. Transportation-related industries still have a strong presence in the community, as there are numerous auto repair shops and a salvage yard in the neighborhood. “It’s a nice, quiet place to live. A lot of people choose to raise families there,” says Jon Mozes, Director of Communications and Broadcasting for the Altoona Curve Baseball team. “Hunting and fishing are big parts of the culture.” Farmland, state-owned game land and nature preserves extend east and west of the neighborhood, encouraging residents to embrace a slow-paced, outdoor lifestyle.
Spacious lots with bungalows and mobile homes
Country roads are lined with smaller homes on spacious grassy lots. Most houses sit on at least a quarter to half an acre of land, and landscaping is minimal. Bungalows and workers’ cottages from the 1920s and ‘30s are priced between $50,000 and $130,000, depending on condition. Split-level houses from the late 20th century usually cost between $200,000 and $250,000. There are also manufactured mobile homes from the early 2000s; some include built-on additions like decks. Prices for these homes fluctuate between $100,000 and $170,000.
National and collegiate pride is on display at this freshly painted cottage in Grazierville, PA.
Grazierville's rural roads feature smaller homes with spacious, wrap-around yards.
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An Italian-themed amusement park, hiking trails and state game lands near Grazierville
While natural spaces surround Grazierville, the closest park isn’t outdoor-recreation-based. An Italian-themed amusement park called DelGrosso’s Amusement Park and Laguna Splash Water Park is in Tipton, just under 3 miles from Grazierville. “The DelGrosso family, who are big pasta sauce producers, bought the park a few decades back and added the water park,” says Scott Reilly, an Altoona native. Parkgoers get sprayed with water from the Leaning Tower of Pisa water feature and float down the River Lazio. “If you’re used to Disney or Six Flags, it’s smaller than that. But you’d have to drive far to find anything like it, so it’s a big attraction to the area,” Reilly adds. Hunters often take advantage of their proximity to Pennsylvania state game lands, which can be found east and west of the neighborhood. In-season trapping and hunting are legal throughout the acres of forested land. Nearby, there are also nature trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Bell’s Gap Trail follows a former rail line that carried freight and passenger trains until it closed in 1938. A couple of miles north in Tyrone, there are public green spaces like Reservoir Park, which has a playground, walking trail and a basketball court for pickup games.
Bell's Gap Trail is a popular hiking spot for residents and their canine pals in Grazierville.
Families can rent boats or dock their own at Prince Gallitzin State Park near Grazierville, PA.
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Reporting the "Eagle Eye News" at Tyrone Area High School
Kids may begin at Tyrone Area Elementary School, which has a B rating from Niche. Older students can progress to Tyrone Area Middle School and then to Tyrone Area High School, both of which earn B-minus ratings. The high school has several clubs to promote student engagement, including the ski club, which buses students to Blue Knob Ski Resort every Thursday, and “The Eagle Eye News,” a student-produced newspaper. “All of central Pennsylvania is huge into high school football,” Mozes says. “Since it’s a more rural area, the schools will travel further than you’d think to play other teams.” But during home games on fall Friday nights, the community packs the bleachers at Gray Veterans Memorial Field to cheer on the Tyrone Golden Eagles.
Tyrone Area Elementary School is a fun and safe place for students to learn.
Tyrone Area High School serves grades 9-12.
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Sports bars and buffets near Grazierville
Jean-O’s Pizzeria is the only restaurant in the neighborhood. The casual Italian joint is popular for stromboli; its signature “Jean-O-Boli” has fresh dough stuffed with ham, pepperoni, cheese and sauce. Tyrone, less than a mile north of Grazierville, offers additional dining options. The Village Pantry is a local grocery store that includes a deli and buffet-style restaurant, where diners fill their plates with homestyle comfort food like mashed potatoes and meatloaf. The Bull Pen Restaurant and Sports Bar stays true to its name, serving sandwiches, beer and steak as football games play on flat screens and locals gather on the patio to play cornhole. For a bigger grocery store, Save A Lot is about 2 miles north of Grazierville. Tyrone has a couple of specialized local shops, like Bald Eagle Games, which sells board games, and thrift stores, like Goodwill and I-99 Antiques, where residents can buy vintage items. However, residents must drive about 17 miles south to browse large retail stores. Target, Walmart Supercenter, Sportsman’s Warehouse and T.J. Maxx are close together in southeastern Altoona.
The Village Pantry is a cafe and grocery where Grazierville locals can shop and socialize.
Jean-O’s Pizzeria is the only restaurant in Grazierville, where residents can order square pies.
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Seasonal events in Tyrone
Establishments like The Bull Pen organize low-key gatherings, such as bingo and trivia nights, patio parties with local musicians and mechanical bull nights, during which patrons can pay $10 for unlimited rides. The neighborhood also goes to DelGrosso’s Amusement Park for seasonal attractions, like the Independence Day fireworks display in July and the annual Harvestfest at the end of September. Here, attendees enjoy seasonal treats, browse local vendors' craft displays, and watch interactive shows. Tyrone has free summer concerts on Wednesdays at Reservoir Park and a full weekend of events to welcome the winter season at the end of November. Residents gather for a tree lighting, holiday craft show, festive happy hours and carriage rides during the Tyrone Yuletyme Christmas Celebration.
Grazierville residents enjoy the sounds, sights and smells of the The Sinking Valley Farm Show.
Grazierville locals enjoy their lunch with company at The Bull Pen Restaurant & Sports Bar.
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Interstate 99 routes drivers to Altoona
Though Grazierville is rural, it does have access to public transportation. Altoona’s bus system has stops along E Pleasant Boulevard, and bus route 17 goes to Martin’s supermarket and downtown Altoona. The on-ramp for Interstate 99 is just east of the neighborhood, so drivers can easily travel 15 miles south to Altoona, where they’ll find shopping centers and the UPMC Altoona hospital. Closer to home, Tyrone has medical services at the Penn Highlands Tyrone Hospital. Tyrone also has a flag stop Amtrak station, where residents can board the Pennsylvanian line to travel to Pittsburgh or Philadelphia.
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Parks in this Area
Reservoir Park
Prince Gallitzin State Park
Bell's Gap Trail
Northern Blair County Recreation Center
Transit
Airport
State College Regional
41 min drive
Bus
E. Pleasant Valley Blvd & S. 5th St.
Bus
E. Pleasant Valley Blvd. & Kissell Motor
Bus
E. Pleasant Valley Blvd. & S. 5th St. I
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Grazierville
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grazierville, Snyder sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Grazierville, Snyder over the last 12 months is $130,000, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$130,000
Median Single Family Price
$130,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$96
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$129,250
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
35
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,487
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,295
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
1,052
Median Age
45
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,000
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,114
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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