Why Live in Taylor
Taylor, located in Taylor Township, is characterized by homes spread out along winding roadways and surrounded by tall beech, ash, and oak trees. The average lot size is nearly 2 acres, with common home styles including cabin, ranch, National Gable-Front, and Gable-Front-&-Wing. While the neighborhood itself is lush with greenery, most designated green spaces are outside the area. Black Moshannon State Park, 18 miles away, offers 20 miles of hiking trails, hunting, and fishing, and is popular for its beach in the summer and ice fishing in the winter. State Game Lands 33 is another nearby spot for hunting and fishing. Shopping and dining options are primarily found in Tyrone, about 10 miles away, with places like The Village Pantry deli and Bake Shops Bakes offering locally sourced pastries and sandwiches. For more extensive shopping, residents can travel to State College, which includes stores like Target, Walmart, Trader Joe's, and Wegmans. Local farmers markets in Boalsburg and Downtown State College provide fresh produce and artisanal goods from May to November. Despite its rural setting, Taylor is accessible via Interstate 99 and state Route 350, with the State College Regional Airport 20 miles away. The Tyrone Area School District, which serves Taylor Township, receives a high rating, with schools offering various activities such as ski club and concert choir.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taylor a good place to live?
Taylor is a good place to live. Taylor is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Taylor is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Taylor has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 50. The average household income is $88,797 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 21.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Taylor are home owners, with 13% of residents renting and 87% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Taylor can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Taylor neighborhood guide.
Is Taylor, PA a safe neighborhood?
Taylor, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Taylor?
The median home price in Taylor is $799,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $159,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,140 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $177K a year to afford the median home price in Taylor. The average household income in Taylor is $89K.
What are the best public schools in Taylor?
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Home Trends in Taylor, PA
On average, homes in Taylor, Taylor Twp sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Taylor, Taylor Twp over the last 12 months is $820,000.
Median Sale Price
$820,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$344,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$799,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%