NOT LISTED FOR SALE

511 E Foster Ave State College, PA 16801

Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $495,000 - $555,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,010 Sq Ft
$260/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2021

Last sale price $427,000 $212 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,144/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Easterly Parkway Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of April 2021

The Essence of Home & close to PSU. Discover this charming residence w/ welcoming character & delightful covered front porch. Enjoy inviting living spaces complimented w/ abundant natural light, gorgeous wood floors & numerous built-ins. The nicely updated eat-in kitchen is spacious featuring skylights & expansive windows providing views to the private back yard. A slider provides convenient access to the tranquil outdoor area, perfect for summer gatherings. During cooler months, you value the wood-burning fireplace in the living room. Formal dining area, laundry room & remodeled full bath complete the main floor. The upper level offers 3 bedrooms w/ hardwood floors & full bath. Even more space in the re-finished attic perfect for home office or den. From the deck, take pleasure in the fenced back yard w/ mature trees & established perennials. Additional features include garage w/workshop, 2nd floor storage & additional parking at the back of the house. This home is fantastic!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mindy Sabol

(814) 571-1497 mindy@1kbb.com Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower License #RS225894L Listed on: 02/23/2021

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

Co-Listed By

Donald Goldberg

(814) 222-0500 dgold@1kbb.com Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower License #RS303161

Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie Miller

(814) 441-5577 carriemiller@1kbb.com Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower License #RS338944

Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,015

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • The property's topography is level

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 36-013-237-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,015

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Washer & Dryer
  • Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Remarks Public: The Essence of Home & close to PSU. Discover this charming residence w/ welcoming character & delightful covered front porch. Enjoy inviting living spaces complimented w/ abundant natural light, gorgeous wood floors & numerous built-ins. The nicely updated eat-in kitchen is spacious featuring skylights & expansive windows providing views to the private back yard. A slider provides convenient access to the tranquil outdoor area, perfect for summer gatherings. During cooler months, you value the wood-burning fireplace in the living room. Formal dining area, laundry room & remodeled full bath complete the main floor. The upper level offers 3 bedrooms w/ hardwood floors & full bath. Even more space in the re-finished attic perfect for home office or den. From the deck, take pleasure in the fenced back yard w/ mature trees & established perennials. Additional features include garage w/workshop, 2nd floor storage & additional parking at the back of the house. This home is fantastic!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Kitchen - Eat-In, Skylight(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Bonus Room, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2535
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2010
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 216.42
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2010
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 525
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 525
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 511

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • 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
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s)
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R
  • Zoning Description: R

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 25406884
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4015.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 36-013-237-0000
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 04/30/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2021
Closed on
Apr 21, 2021
Sold by
Thide Elizabeth and Thide Brian C
Bought by
Greenberger Virginia R and Pontius Todd C
Seller's Agent
Mindy Sabol
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Miller
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$427,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.84%
Current Estimated Value
$521,694

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,694
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.33%
Original Mortgage
$405,650
Outstanding Balance
$370,196
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$144,737

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2016
Closed on
Jun 22, 2016
Sold by
Rambau James M and Rambau Christina M
Bought by
Thiede Elizabeth and Thiede Brian C
Seller's Agent
Beth Richards
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Buyer's Agent
Mindy Sabol
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.50%
Original Mortgage
$313,500
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 1971
Bought by
Rambeau James M and Rambeau Christina M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Greenberger Virginia R $427,000 Universal Stlmt Svcs Of Pa L
Thiede Elizabeth $330,000 None Available
Rambeau James M $17,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Greenberger Virginia R $405,650
Previous Owner Thiede Elizabeth $313,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2021 04/30/21 Sold $427,000 -1.8% $212 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2021 02/23/21 For Sale $435,000 +31.8% $216 / Sq Ft
07/08/2016 07/08/16 Sold $330,000 +1.5% $164 / Sq Ft
05/24/2016 05/24/16 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2016 05/23/16 For Sale $325,000 -- $162 / 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 $4,541 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2024 $4,102 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2023 $4,102 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2022 $4,015 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2021 $4,015 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2020 $4,015 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2019 $2,968 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2018 $3,804 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2017 $3,766 $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2016 -- $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2015 -- $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
2014 -- $55,620 $7,500 $48,120
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mindy Sabol

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mindy Sabol

    Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

    (814) 571-1497

    14 in this area

    395 Total Sales

    Mindy Sabol
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  • Donald Goldberg

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Donald Goldberg

    Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

    (814) 222-0500

    12 in this area

    314 Total Sales

    Donald Goldberg
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  • Carrie Miller

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Carrie Miller

    Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

    (814) 441-5577

    3 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Carrie Miller
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  • Beth Richards

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Beth Richards

    Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

    (814) 360-4045

    4 in this area

    303 Total Sales

    Beth Richards
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACE2428642

Bright MLS

APN: 36-013-237-0000

Pennsylvania Centre County State College 16801 Highlands

511 E Foster Ave, State College, PA

This home is located at 511 E Foster Ave, State College, PA 16801 since 23 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $521,694, approximately $259 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 511 E Foster Ave is a home located in Centre County with nearby schools including Easterly Parkway Elementary School, Mount Nittany Middle School, and State College Area High School.

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