This charming, one-of-a-kind 2-story contemporary may be just the place for you to call home. Situated on 1.91 wooded acres, it boasts an open floor plan, wooden ceiling beams, cathedral ceilings and wood floors. Gorgeous views all around from the inside of the home. There are 3 fireplaces, with mountain stone to the ceiling in living and dining rooms. Great for entertaining from the cozy kitchen with fireplace. Gorgeous views from wrap-around deck. Owner's suite with fireplace and updated owner's bathroom. Three additional bedrooms and an office, all open from the catwalk looking down to the open floor plan. Breezeway connects from the house to the detached 2-car garage. The roomy 26'x58' 3-bay storage building has many possibilities. Wildlife is your neighbor.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
1.91 acresLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Cindy Minteer• RE/MAX Centre Realty
•814-231-8200 (broker)
•info@statecollegehomes.com (broker)
Bought with Lara Villanueva• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
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Market trends in 16865, PA
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
+0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$330K
$47 MoM
Avg. days on market
34d
13 days MoM
Recently sold homes
5
1 MoM
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Sale history for 2898 Tadpole Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2433382
Apr 18, 2022
Sold
$504,700
$194/sq ft
Mar 11, 2022
Listed
$479,900
$184/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2431758
Jan 22, 2021
Sold
$439,900
$169/sq ft
Sep 11, 2020
Listed
$439,900
$169/sq ft
+33
This contemporary end of the road retreat is nestled on nearly 2 acres and offers expansive views from every angle. Boasting large windows and inviting spaces, this sun soaked home features a thoughtful floor plan, beautiful wood flooring, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, and gorgeous wooden beams throughout. You'll never want to leave the cozy owners suite complete with a stone fireplace, large windows with gorgeous views, and a beautifully updated ensuite featuring dual vanities. Three additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office and laundry area complete the second floor. Entertaining guests is a breeze in this home from the wraparound deck that flows onto the covered patio area. Additional highlights include a large 2 car garage, and an oversized outbuilding perfect for a workshop complete with 3 additional garage stalls. Just minutes to State College, PSU, and shopping - you won't want to miss this one of a kind home!
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2370356
May 22, 2009
Sold
$187,000
$72/sq ft
Feb 26, 2009
Listed
$199,000
$76/sq ft
Rustic post & beam 2-story contemporary home in private setting. Plus 30 x 60 Morton Building; Ted First built 2-story unique contemporary on 1.91 flat beautiful wooded acres; private & secluded yet only 6 miles from town; Wide plank pine floors, soaring stone fireplace with new cast iron wood burning inserts in downstairs and upstairs master bedroom; 2608 Sq. Ft. 4BR 1.5 BA; an abundance of natural light w/ large passive solar windows and skylight; new wrap around decking in 2008, new bathroom fixtures & new bathroom tile floors in 2008, new laminate kitchen flooring in 2009; open floor plan; new heat pump, water pump & water heater in 2000; 26 foot ceiling in LR; 10 foot ceiling in kitchen; enjoy your winter wonderland or summer gardens from your deck or balcony all year round.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2064398
Feb 4, 2005
Sold
$173,000
$66/sq ft
Oct 11, 2004
Listed
$177,500
$68/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2017594
Jan 21, 2002
Sold
$157,500
$60/sq ft
Oct 22, 2001
Listed
$158,000
$61/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2227414
Jun 9, 2001
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2001
Listed
$164,900
$63/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2484820
Oct 5, 2000
Sold
$163,000
$63/sq ft
Jul 13, 2000
Listed
$168,900
$65/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2343960
May 25, 2000
Listing Removed
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May 25, 2000
Listed
$165,000
$63/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2330394
May 24, 2000
Listing Removed
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Aug 11, 1999
Listed
$179,900
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,280 (+3.3%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2025
$5,111 (+3.4%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2024
$4,941 (+3.4%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2023
$4,780 (+2.8%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2022
$4,651
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2021
$4,651
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2020
$4,651 (+1.6%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2019
$4,578 (+1.9%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2018
$4,490 (+1.3%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2017
$4,434 (+3.5%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2016
$4,286 (+6.0%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2014
$4,044
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
Tax history for 2898 Tadpole Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,280 (+3.3%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2025
$5,111 (+3.4%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2024
$4,941 (+3.4%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2023
$4,780 (+2.8%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2022
$4,651
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2021
$4,651
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2020
$4,651 (+1.6%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2019
$4,578 (+1.9%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2018
$4,490 (+1.3%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2017
$4,434 (+3.5%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2016
$4,286 (+6.0%)
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
2014
$4,044
$19,550 + $62,980
$82,530
*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
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,608
Year built
1974
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
24-006-,051D,0000-
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
FG
Forest/Gamelands District
To provide appropriate location for land uses dedicated to resources of statewide significance supporting hunting and conservation, ecological sanctuaries, nature preserves, public parks and outdoor recreation facilities.