Why Live in Greenwood
Greenwood, located just outside Altoona in Logan, offers a serene, country-like setting with homes nestled among rolling hills and tall oak and pine trees. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including ranch, split-level, bilevel, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman-style houses, primarily built in the mid-2000s. Greenwood is known for its single-family homes, making it a popular choice for families. Recreational opportunities abound with Burgi’s Back Nine, a nine-hole par-3 golf course, and the expansive Canoe Creek State Park, which includes a 155-acre lake, modern cabins, and historical limestone kilns. The park also houses the Frank Felbaum Bat Sanctuary, where visitors can watch protected bats emerge at dusk. Local attractions include dining options like Greenwood Steakhouse and Best Way Pizza, as well as The Meadows for frozen custard. Essential services and shops are conveniently located along E Pleasant Valley Boulevard, including a Dollar General and a Sheetz convenience store. Greenwood is bordered by U.S. Interstate 99, providing easy access to central Pennsylvania, with downtown Altoona just 5 miles away and State College about 40 miles northeast. The neighborhood falls within the Bellwood-Antis School District, which offers highly rated schools and various college partnership programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenwood a good place to live?
Greenwood is a good place to live. Greenwood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Greenwood is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Greenwood has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 49. The average household income is $92,325 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Greenwood are home owners, with 23.5% of residents renting and 76.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Greenwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Greenwood neighborhood guide.
Is Greenwood, PA a safe neighborhood?
Greenwood, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Greenwood?
The median home price in Greenwood is $408,850. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Greenwood. The average household income in Greenwood is $92K.
What are the best public schools in Greenwood?
The best public schools that serve Greenwood are:
What are the best private schools in Greenwood?
The best private schools that serve Greenwood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Greenwood?
Yes, home prices in Greenwood are down 35% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Greenwood, PA
On average, homes in Greenwood, Logan sell after 179 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenwood, Logan over the last 12 months is $278,500, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$278,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$314,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$278,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$203
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$408,850
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%