$452,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,912 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$236 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Library
  • Easterly Parkway Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

In the heart of the architecturally rich, historic Highlands Neighborhood, which features over fifty-five of the Borough’s one hundred and forty-five identified historically significant structures for its walking tours, is this stately, stone craftsman style home. Built of the same quality materials as many of the other significant homes of this era. Only two blocks from Penn State University! The home is part of the Historic Highlands Neighborhood. The current owner shares that, she and her husband have loved the vibrancy of the neighborhood! It's a great place to live and raise a family. The neighborhood association is active and they have really enjoyed interacting with the students and the fraternities.

Only 2 blocks from campus, This is a stunning, historic stone home in the Highlands neighborhood! This home features hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors with an expansive living room, oversized walkout bay window, and wood burning fire place. The second floor features 3 spacious bedrooms with an extra bonus room. This well preserved home has lots of character! The property currently has an active (non-student) rental permit and is tenant occupied through June of 2025.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Arnold

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty License #RS346913 Listed on: 06/01/2025

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Krissy Bonson

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower License #RS326351

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,088

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,912 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Library

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement with some natural light

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Highlands Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 36-013-,255-,0000-

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,088

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: In the heart of the architecturally rich, historic Highlands Neighborhood, which features over fifty-five of the Borough’s one hundred and forty-five identified historically significant structures for its walking tours, is this stately, stone craftsman style home. Built of the same quality materials as many of the other significant homes of this era. Only two blocks from Penn State University! The home is part of the Historic Highlands Neighborhood. The current owner shares that, she and her husband have loved the vibrancy of the neighborhood! It's a great place to live and raise a family. The neighborhood association is active and they have really enjoyed interacting with the students and the fraternities. Only 2 blocks from campus, This is a stunning, historic stone home in the Highlands neighborhood! This home features hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors with an expansive living room, oversized walkout bay window, and wood burning fire place. The second floor features 3 spacious bedrooms with an extra bonus room. This well preserved home has lots of character! The property currently has an active (non-student) rental permit and is tenant occupied through June of 2025.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Library, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1912
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1912
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 255.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1912
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 348

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Basement Garage
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: STATE COLLEGE AREA
  • School District Key: 801909430994
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2550.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4088.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 36-013-,255-,0000-
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 07/31/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Lafer Theresa D
Bought by
Lamadrid Jahiro Demian
Seller's Agent
George Arnold
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty
Buyer's Agent
Krissy Bonson
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$452,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,000
-7.57%
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
193.78%
Original Mortgage
$361,600
Outstanding Balance
$361,290
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$131,408

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2012
Sold by
Tsugawa James J and Estate Of Albert G Tsugawa
Bought by
Lafer Theresa D and Lafer Mark E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1976
Bought by
Tsugawa Albert G and Tsugawa Tsugawa
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $452,000 Universal Settlement Services
Deed $452,000 Universal Settlement Services
Fiduciary Deed $191,000 None Available
Deed $42,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $361,600 New Conventional
Closed $361,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $452,000 -7.6% $236 / Sq Ft
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2025 06/01/25 For Sale $489,000 -- $256 / 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 $4,089 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2024 $3,693 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2023 $3,693 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2022 $3,615 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2021 $3,615 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2020 $3,615 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2019 $3,147 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2018 $3,425 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2017 $3,391 $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2016 -- $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2015 -- $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
2014 -- $50,080 $10,315 $39,765
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACE2515020

Bright MLS

APN: 36-013-255-0000