Only 30 min. from downtown State College and Penn State this 3 bed/ 2 bath home is located on a private & peaceful 2.07 acres on a flat, wooded lot with musical stream all year round and not in flood plain. Open floor plan on main floor with exposed beams & logs and wood burning stone fireplace in living room. Sunken dining room with vaulted ceiling. 2nd floor loft owner's suite and bath, tongue-n-groove knotty pine ceiling has jetted tub. Lower level has large rec room. New well, paved driveway, large rear deck, great yard. So cute you could squeeze it! Square footage based on tax card and electronic measuring device. Possession after PSU Spring Graduation. Buyer should verify.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
2.07 acresLot Size
$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Paul Confer• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Bought with Aaron Burrell• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Bought with April Burrell• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Peaceful and private custom 1.5 story getaway embodies nature. From the front porch you'll feel at home as you enter the living room with its open design, exposed logs and beams, and stone fireplace. The adjoining kitchen has custom cabinetry and an island, while the adjacent sunken dining room features a beamed vaulted ceiling. The main floor bath has a beamed vaulted ceiling and a slider to the rear deck, as well as an 8 x 11 walk-in closet with laundry connections. Two bedrooms with barn style doors and an office area complete the main floor. Upstairs the master suite boasts a vaulted wood ceiling and a full bath with jetted tub and stained glass transom window. The tiled lower level family room has a propane stove and there's plenty of storage in the basement and in the 6 x 23 storage area behind the large two car garage. Take in nature as you relax on the spacious multi-tier deck that overlooks a private and expansive lawn with a stream and woods to the rear.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2321288
May 30, 2006
Sold
$217,000
$94/sq ft
Dec 19, 2005
Listed
$227,000
$98/sq ft
Serene hideaway. A secluded place where there is time to ponder you will find this beautiful 1.5 story home. Highlights include hot tub, newly finished LL, 2 car garage & a luxurious master suite. All on 2 + acres. Call today for your own private retreat.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,814 (+1.6%)
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2025
$4,738
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2024
$4,738 (+11.2%)
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2023
$4,262 (+3.5%)
$10,315 + $58,975
$69,290
2022
$4,119 (+4.4%)
$10,315 + $58,975
$69,290
2021
$3,944
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2020
$3,944
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2019
$3,944 (+2.4%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2018
$3,851
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2017
$3,851 (+1.8%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2016
$3,784 (+6.5%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2014
$3,554
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
Tax history for 173 Blue Ball Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,814 (+1.6%)
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2025
$4,738
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2024
$4,738 (+11.2%)
$16,525 + $58,975
$75,500
2023
$4,262 (+3.5%)
$10,315 + $58,975
$69,290
2022
$4,119 (+4.4%)
$10,315 + $58,975
$69,290
2021
$3,944
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2020
$3,944
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2019
$3,944 (+2.4%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2018
$3,851
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2017
$3,851 (+1.8%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2016
$3,784 (+6.5%)
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
2014
$3,554
$10,315 + $56,040
$66,355
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.21 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,303
Year built
1990
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
21-003-,012A,0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 576
# 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
Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Water Conditioner - Owned
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished, Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 601
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded, Stream/Creek
Topography: Level
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,983
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 277
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 324
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $66,355
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $3,944
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric, Propane - Owned
Sewer Septic: Private Sewer
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: PENNS VALLEY AREA
Location Information
Directions: 45E to Centre Hall. Left on 144S/ Pennsylvania Ave. Then left on 192 E. Go approx. 4.2 miles, then turn left on Blue Ball Rd. Property on left.
Municipality: GREGG TWP
Road Surface Type: Paved
Has View
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,303
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6.21 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 21-003-,012A,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Penns Valley Area Elementary and Intermediate School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.1mi
8/10
Penns Valley Area Junior-Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
7/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$388,000 – $469,000
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