505 E  Fairmount Ave, State College, PA 16801
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OFF MARKET

$1,205,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,855 sqft (on 0.64 acres)

505 E Fairmount Ave, State College, PA 16801

Est. Refi. Payment $7,663/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 22, 2024 for $1,080,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.21M
Since last month
Increased$24K (+2.1%)
Since last year
Increased$53K (+4.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$121K (+11.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.2M
August 2026$1.18M
July 2026$1.21M
June 2026$1.22M
May 2026$1.21M
April 2026$1.2M
March 2026$1.21M
February 2026$1.18M
January 2026$1.16M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
01/30/26
9
5
5,370
0.30
Single-Family Home
$875,000
06/30/26
5
3.5
3,285
0.41
Single-Family Home
$675,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,945
0.47
Single-Family Home
$555,000
05/19/26
4
3
2,350
0.88
Single-Family Home
$910,000
12/11/25
5
4.5
4,449
0.34
Single-Family Home
$485,000
05/29/26
4
2.5
2,115
0.40
Single-Family Home
$485,000
06/01/26
4
3
1,729
0.18
Single-Family Home
$525,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,978
0.09
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/20/26
3
2
2,473

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.06
$511,200
3
1
1,560
Off Market
0.03
$602,400
3
3
2,095
Off Market
0.09
$539,400
3
2
2,140
Off Market
0.08
$448,400
3
1.5
1,357
Off Market
0.09
$485,000
3
2
2,473
Recently Sold
0.05
$667,200
4
2.5
2,967
Off Market
0.13
$415,000
2
1
947
For Sale
0.13
$405,200
2
1
920
Off Market
0.13
$259,000
1
1
696
Recently Sold
0.14
$261,500
1
1
651
Off Market
0.14
$384,100
2
1
907
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1930
0.64 acre lot
5,855 sqft
$206/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Built - insTennis courtUpdated bathsWaterfall featureSolid wood doorsDowntown venues
They simply don’t build homes like this anymore! This stately, 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath, one-of-a-kind residence is enchanting and a celebration of magnificent masterful architecture and exceptional old-world carpentry. Notice 9’ ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, solid wood doors, a lovely grand staircase, built-ins, French doors, fireplaces and more. Value a new eat-in kitchen with adjoining family room and a gorgeous wood library/study with coffered ceiling and built-in bookcases. A fully updated primary bedroom suite with radiant inlaid tile floors, and two updated baths can be found above with three bedrooms plus a bedroom in the attic. Below is a walk-out in-law suite and full bath. Enjoy amazing outdoor spaces warranting time to linger—patio with waterfall feature, gazebo, deck draped with Wisteria, firepit, basketball/tennis court and more. Just blocks from campus and downtown venues. New roof. Showings start 2/22.
505 E Fairmount Ave, State College, PA 16801 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,855 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for the $1,075,000 asking price on Mar 22, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,205,200, with a rent estimate of $3,779/month.
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Beth Richards, (814) 360-4045
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Listing Team: Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group
Bought with: Kristina Bonson, (717) 994-9080, Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PACE2509000

Home Details for 505 E Fairmount Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5855 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Lower Level,Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant,Steam,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ductless,Wall Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 4Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PatioOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Extensive Hardscape, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Water Falls, Water FountainsFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 4965 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 890 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Primary Bedroom Fixture, , 2 Kitchen Pendants, Door Knocker, Stained GlassIncluded in Sale: Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Soft TreatmentsParcel Number: 36013, 360A, 0000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,075,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Mar 22 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: STATE COLLEGECommunity: Highlands
School Information
Elementary School District: State College AreaJr High / Middle School District: State College AreaHigh School: State College AreaHigh School District: State College Area

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5855 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.64 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PACE2509000Municipality: STATE COLLEGE BOROAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 4965

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 22, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PACE2509000
Sold
$1,080,000
Mar 9, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PACE2509000
Pending
$1,075,000
Feb 22, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PACE2509000
Listed For Sale
$1,075,000

Market trends in State College

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$439K
$6.48K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$217
$7
MoM
Available listings
124
3
MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about State College

At least 186 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "There are always garage sales and other community engagement events both in and local to Park Village."
  • Dr7u15
    "Great safe place to raise kids. Great schools! Very dedicated teachers. Everything is within reach here. "
  • Audrey H.
    "It only takes me 15-20mins to get to most places around town. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming."
  • Angela H.
    "All sidewalks I literally have to drive my dog to the dog park to get some playtime and use the bathroom. "
  • Terry M.
    "Sadly people speed badly through the neighborhood. It’s a short cut for psu employees. If you have children be very careful around the street. "
  • Paperb
    "Great commute time, well-maintained roads, and safe area. I always feel safe walking to my car, and my commute is short."
  • Michele Shaffer
    "We love the new school that was just built in 2019. Everything is well maintained and the neighbors are friendly. There are a lot of bike/waking trails around. I feel completely at home in this neighborhood."
  • Rachel
    "It is very safe- my three year old and I love going on walks and just enjoying the weather (when it’s good) very clean area to live in. "
  • Eshia W. .
    "Safe, dog friendly, rapid police response. Close to grocery stores and shopping stores. You can even order in from several restaurants or have groceries delivered. The school are nice but it is a little pricy"
  • Eshia W. .
    "I drive to work, the store, and the gym everyday. It takes me 10 minutes or less to get to each. I only have to take one bus to get to work if needed and that takes less than 20 minutes. "
  • Lauren S.
    "It’s a college town and there’s a lot to do. Friendly, safe, three hours or so from most major cities. "
  • Lauren S.
    "The elementary school is brand new! The fields are amazing. And it’s combined two schools for K-5 all in one school. "
  • Loristauffer
    "Many families, close to shopping and very safe. Beautiful parks and well-maintained walking/biking trails. "
  • Onlychance9
    "people are always walking their dogs. they pick up after their dogs. people are friendly. they say hello. "
  • Marylbingham
    "Huge holiday neighborhood. Spirit everywhere; tailgates, block parties, Christmas decorating get together s!"
  • Minta
    "State college is very safe, quaint, charming, college life and artsy town I feel safe living downtown "
  • Majkrat
    "I’m retired so the commute is not an issue except for college events happening during the year......"
  • Emily B.
    "there are always people walking dogs and stopping to see them and saying hi. I've never seen anything bad happen with a dog "
  • Beverlybechdel
    "it's surrounded by nature and peace and quiet but friendly Christian community offering 3 churches nearby. Sunday dinners are still a thing."
  • Majkrat
    "The Community Center and events at the Village of Penn State neighborhood. In addition a 1 mile walk to campus"
  • Richard S.
    "Patton is a great town that is just far enough removed from the rest of State College. The neighborhoods feel completely safe and most everyone is friendly."
  • Kelly
    "There are lots of places surrounding this housing area. The highway is also a quick drive and can take you directly into the state college town or other restaurants/shopping plazas. It’s nice to be close to Bellefonte and close to downtown too. Best of both worlds! "
  • Chris B.
    "The neighbors are kind and help each other out when there is a need. There are lots of families and kids here too."
  • Husband
    "I've lived in Wiltree since 2010 and find the neighborhood to be quaint as well as sophisticated, safe and convenient to town, shopping and the stadium and PSU !!"
  • Twoccventures
    "Neighborhood is very dog friendly as long as you clean up after your pet. Plenty of walking paths provide ample opportunity to exercise your dog."
  • Carly D.
    "It's super dog friendly. Tudek park is lovely. The only negative is that some rental places won't rent to you if you have a larger dog."
  • Rey C. A.
    "There’s no potty bag/trash specifically for dogs getting walked. There’s also not many side walks. Cars are always passing by. So that’s a lot of traffic. "
  • Snutall
    "I'm just visiting the area for work. This seems like a good area to live if you have high school/college age kids."
  • Snutall
    "It's a college town... Lots of students and families here. Yet, quiet and peaceful. I would recommend here as a good place to live."
  • Vron p.
    "The commute is really quick and easy. The neighborhood is right off the highway, which makes things simple. "
  • P M.
    "I ve lived in the area for a year, and I liked it. It is good to raise kid 🧒 in that neighborhood. Ymca is nearby, weis is at 5min drive "
  • P M.
    "I've lived here for a year and it's very quiet. Good for the kids and safe. I've always found a spot to park my car no matter how late I come back. "
  • Plhumphreys
    "Small town atmosphere with wonderful vitality and resources due to Penn State. Amazing festivals through the summer including the wonderful Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts."

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Frequently asked questions about 505 E Fairmount Ave

  • What is 505 E Fairmount Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 505 E Fairmount Ave in State College, PA is $1,205,200.
  • What is the price history for 505 E Fairmount Ave?
    505 E Fairmount Ave in State College, PA last sold for $1,080,000 in March 2024.
  • Is State College a buyer's or seller's market?
    State College is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in State College?
    The median sale price in State College is $439K. That is down $6.48K from the prior month.
  • Does 505 E Fairmount Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 505 E Fairmount Ave in State College, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 505 E Fairmount Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 505 E Fairmount Ave in State College, PA has laundry facilities.

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