NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Gala Dr Unit 159 State College, PA 16801

Estimated Value: $325,000 - $393,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,990 Sq Ft
$180/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 12, 2020

Last sale price $250,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,274/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Ferguson Township Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of March 2020

Conveniently located near Penn State's campus this townhouse offers a simplistic lifestyle through condominium living. This home features a master bedroom complimented by a large walk-in closet with built in shelves and two additional bedrooms; the home also includes an open floor concept, 3 full bath rooms, laundry room, and a vaulted ceiling living room with a corner fireplace. The home doesn't stop there. The partial finished basement contributes a beautiful bonus room with a well crafted built in entertainment center and an unfinished section including roughed in plumbing for additional living space or plenty of storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leonard Fiore

Perry Wellington Realty, LLC License #AB068457 Listed on: 01/22/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Mei Guo-Kaplan

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower License #RS328724

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,342

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 24-004C,200A,G159

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • $506 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include exterior building maintenance, water, insurance, lawn maintenance
  • Golden Orchards Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,342

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Furnace Humidifier
  • New Construction: No
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Public: Conveniently located near Penn State's campus this townhouse offers a simplistic lifestyle through condominium living. This home features a master bedroom complimented by a large walk-in closet with built in shelves and two additional bedrooms; the home also includes an open floor concept, 3 full bath rooms, laundry room, and a vaulted ceiling living room with a corner fireplace. The home doesn't stop there. The partial finished basement contributes a beautiful bonus room with a well crafted built in entertainment center and an unfinished section including roughed in plumbing for additional living space or plenty of storage.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2300
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1990
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 151.52
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1650
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 340
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 310
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 159

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 253.00
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Ext Bldg Maint, Water, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Restrictions
  • HOA: Yes

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 506.00

Schools

  • School District: STATE COLLEGE AREA
  • School District Key: 801909430994

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 25409923
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3342.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 24-004C,200A,G159
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 03/12/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2020
Closed on
Feb 6, 2020
Sold by
Schildknegt Klaas and Schildknegt Susan T
Bought by
Wang Ting
Seller's Agent
Leonard Fiore
Perry Wellington Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mei Guo-Kaplan
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Current Estimated Value
$358,436

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$108,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.40%
Original Mortgage
$187,500
Outstanding Balance
$167,478
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$183,120

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2007
Sold by
Loesch Construction Inc
Bought by
Walseth Maren

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,920
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wang Ting $250,000 Nittany Settlement Company
Walseth Maren $189,900 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wang Ting $187,500
Previous Owner Schildknegt Klaas $64,500
Previous Owner Walseth Maren $149,500
Previous Owner Walseth Maren $151,920
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/12/2020 03/12/20 Sold $250,000 0.0% $126 / Sq Ft
01/24/2020 01/24/20 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2020 01/22/20 For Sale $250,000 +16.3% $126 / Sq Ft
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Sold $215,000 0.0% $130 / Sq Ft
07/22/2013 07/22/13 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2013 07/19/13 For Sale $215,000 -- $130 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,848 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2024 $3,598 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2023 $3,598 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2022 $3,501 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2021 $3,501 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2020 $3,343 $62,130 $13,830 $48,300
2019 $2,880 $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
2018 $3,228 $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
2017 $3,188 $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
2016 -- $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
2015 -- $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
2014 -- $59,325 $13,830 $45,495
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACE2276506

Bright MLS

APN: 24-004C-200A-G159