Off market oct 2012 for $290K

$459,920

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,970/mo

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2,352

sq ft

551 Nilson Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823

About this home

The Plain Facts, on a not-so-plain home. Check out this lovingly maintained log-home perfectly positioned on a serene 1.32 acres. Features include a welcoming front porch, vaulted ceilings, skylights, cozy fireplace in the living room, delightful dining room, chef's delight kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless appliances, spacious family room, 1st floor master suite with full bath, upstairs there are 2 additional bedrooms & a full bath. Additional highlights include a breezeway leading to the attached 2 car garage, patio with retractable awning, full unfinished basement with Bilco doors is perfect for future additional living space and/or storage. Don't miss your opportunity to experience a rarity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1994Year Built

1.32 acresLot Size

$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Ryan S Lowe • RE/MAX Centre Realty

•814-231-8200 (broker)

•info@statecollegehomes.com (broker)

Listed by Linda Lowe • RE/MAX Centre Realty

•814-231-8200 (broker)

•info@statecollegehomes.com (broker)

Bought with Donna Smith • Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower

•814-234-4000 (broker)

•realty@1kbb.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PACE2364952

Redfin Estimate

$459,920

$170K since sold in October 2012$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 30.8% higher than the average sale price ($352K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$430,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
1110 E Springfield Dr, Bellefonte, PA 16823
SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$310,000
B
3 beds1 bath2,168 sq ft
181 Grand Prix Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$281,500
C
3 beds2 baths1,765 sq ft
1219 Blue Spruce Dr, Bellefonte, PA 16823
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$486,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,021 sq ft
121 Maple Ln, Bellefonte, PA 16823
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$250,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,392 sq ft
2903 Jacksonville Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823

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Market trends in 16823, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$350K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

109

2 MoM

New listings for sale

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$2,500,000
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341 Weights Ln, Bellefonte, PA 16823
$299,000
4 beds1.5 baths1,852 sq ft
1017 E High St, Bellefonte, PA 16823
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$319,999
3 beds1.5 baths2,072 sq ft
1017 Valley View Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823
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117 Kelsey Ln, Bellefonte, PA 16823
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Sale history for 551 Nilson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,120 (+2.8%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2025

$5,955 (+3.0%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2024

$5,782 (+1.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2023

$5,684 (+1.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2022

$5,589 (+0.4%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2021

$5,567

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2020

$5,567 (+11.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2019

$4,983 (+0.8%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2018

$4,942 (+0.8%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2017

$4,902 (+0.9%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2016

$4,860 (+1.1%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2014

$4,809

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

Tax history for 551 Nilson Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,120 (+2.8%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2025

$5,955 (+3.0%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2024

$5,782 (+1.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2023

$5,684 (+1.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2022

$5,589 (+0.4%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2021

$5,567

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2020

$5,567 (+11.7%)

$13,550 + $80,180

$93,730

2019

$4,983 (+0.8%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2018

$4,942 (+0.8%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2017

$4,902 (+0.9%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2016

$4,860 (+1.1%)

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

2014

$4,809

$13,550 + $71,445

$84,995

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,755

Year built

1994

Style

Other

County

Centre County

APN

14-005-,008A,0000-

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Attached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Skylight(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 784
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Builder Name: Roy
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Log
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 57499.00

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.: 2,352
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 784
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $84,995
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $4,640

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: BELLEFONTE AREA

Location Information
Directions: From Bellefonte, Rt 550/Zion Rd, toward Zion, turn left on Forest Ave, turn right on Nilson Rd, go . 9 miles, house is on the left.
Municipality: WALKER TWP
Road Surface Type: Paved

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,755
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.32 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 14-005-,008A,0000-

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026

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Schools

Marion-Walker Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi

8/10

Bellefonte Area Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi

7/10

Bellefonte Area High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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$437,000 – $529,000

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Home values near 551 Nilson Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
454 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1547 Sq. Ft.	$337,819
482 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2340 Sq. Ft.	$379,992

Address	Redfin Estimate
486 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$399,812
472 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2184 Sq. Ft.	$381,238

Address	Redfin Estimate
481 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2794 Sq. Ft.	$396,394
469 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1364 Sq. Ft.	$248,974

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