Paint Homes for Sale

Paint Township in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, is a rural area with a rich history rooted in late 19th-century coal mining and railroads. The neighborhood features scenic views, rolling hills, and lush greenery, offering a peaceful retreat from urban life. Homes in Paint Township include ranch-style, Cape Cod, and Colonial Revival styles, with many properties featuring large yards. The area also includes farmhouses with significant acreage, maintaining a consistent vintage aesthetic even in newer constructions. Students attend highly rated Windber Area Middle School and Windber Area High School, which offer various extracurricular activities, including a competitive marching band. The neighborhood is near state Routes 56 and 160, making travel to Johnstown and Somerset convenient. Public transportation options include CamTran shared-ride shuttle services, and the Johnstown Amtrak station, less than 15 miles away, provides rail connections to Pittsburgh and Harrisburg. The John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, 11 miles away, offers flights to major hubs. While Paint Township is primarily residential, nearby areas like Windber, Richland, and Johnstown provide shopping and dining options, including local favorites like Rizzo’s of Windber and The Windber Hotel, as well as larger retailers at Richland Town Centre. Outdoor activities are abundant, with Paint Township Park offering sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas, and Windber Recreation Park featuring a swimming pool and tennis courts. The Quecreek Mine Rescue Site offers a historical perspective on the local mining heritage. Nearby attractions include the Windber Trolley Graveyard, the Grand Midway Hotel, the Johnstown Flood Museum, and the Johnstown Inclined Plane, which provides panoramic views and hiking trails.