Almost 9 acre farmette perfect for many uses. The 2-story 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom farm house was built in 1830. However you will never believe your eyes today, at this remodeled and updated home with custom kitchen cabinetry, concrete countertops, custom ceramic tile flooring, spacious family room with a propane fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Updated full bathrooms - one located on each floor. Spectacular views overlooking Buffalo Run Road. A large 2-story barn with 2 stalls, 2 car garge and los of space/storage on the 2nd floor. Incredible space inside and outside. Easy commute to Bellefonte and State College. Ready for a new owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
8.81 acresLot Size
$201Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Joni Teaman Spearly• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
This unique Hillside, 8+ acre farmette perfect for the gentleman farmer or hobbyist who needs a lot of space. The 3 bedroom, 2 full bath farmhouse was built in 1830, but has been pleasantly remodeled and updated throughout the past several years and ready for a new owner. The home has gorgeous views overlooking the Buffalo Run Valley and perfectly placed next to a 2 acres fenced (electric) in pasture and large 2 story barn with 2 stalls, a 2 car garage area in the lower area and a ton of space upstairs for storage or hobbies. There is a finished cottage that would be perfect to use as a quiet office or reading room. Bring your animals and your imagination to this amazing property.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2368958
May 22, 2009
Sold
$168,500
$85/sq ft
Aug 26, 2008
Listed
$169,500
$85/sq ft
Seller highly motivated, bring an offer! Hilltop farmette on Valley View Road! Country feel, close by! Halfway between Bellefonte & State College you will find this farmette on 8.81 acres, 2 acres fenced & the rest wooded, perfect for horses or animal lovers, 1800 square ft barn & 12x20 shed/kennel. The house offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, replacement windows, new oil furnace, new well pump & tank, above ground pool, porch & beautiful views of Buffalo Run Valley!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,688 (+2.1%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2025
$3,612 (+3.0%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2024
$3,508 (+1.7%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2023
$3,449 (+1.7%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2022
$3,392 (+0.4%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2021
$3,378
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2020
$3,378 (+1.3%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2019
$3,335 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2018
$3,308 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2017
$3,281 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2016
$3,254 (+5.5%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2014
$3,083
$20,425 + $33,540
$53,965
Tax history for 1623 Valley View Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,688 (+2.1%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2025
$3,612 (+3.0%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2024
$3,508 (+1.7%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2023
$3,449 (+1.7%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2022
$3,392 (+0.4%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2021
$3,378
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2020
$3,378 (+1.3%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2019
$3,335 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2018
$3,308 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2017
$3,281 (+0.8%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2016
$3,254 (+5.5%)
$20,425 + $35,935
$56,360
2014
$3,083
$20,425 + $33,540
$53,965
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.81 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,984
Year built
1830
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
12-002-,054E,0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
FC
Forested Conservation District
To retain the Township’s forested resources; To promote, protect and facilitate the preservation of natural and scenic values in the environment and to conserve forests in accordance with Section 604(1) of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC), Act of 1968, P.L. 805, No. 247 as reenacted and amended; To give high priority to protecting continuous areas of forested lands, which provide connectivity and habitat for plants and animals and helps to maintain the ecological process and to prevent fragmentation of these resources; To recognize the Township’s forested resources as a part of a larger ecological system in the Buffalo Run/Spring Creek region, Centre County and the State Forest District and to continue protection measures of resources at the fringes of this system
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Office
Public service
Recreation
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Attic, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 732
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other, Trees/Wooded, Year Round Access
Lot Size Dimensions: 383764.00
Topography: Rolling, Steep
Fenced
Land Information
Cultivated Acres: 0.00
Tillable Acres: 0.00
Wooded Acres: 0.00
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,984
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 732
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $3,254
Utilities
Utilities Information
Baseboard, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Private, Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: BELLEFONTE AREA
Location Information
Directions: Route 550 to Fillmore Road to right onto Valley View Road. Property on your left.
Municipality: BENNER TWP
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,984
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8.81 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1830
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 12-002-,054E,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Benner Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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Bellefonte Area Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
7/10
Bellefonte Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 95° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$379,000 – $459,000
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