Virtual tour: https://youtu. be/vfcCLUk1px0. Gorgeous and affordable one-level living on a scenic 1.45 acre lot in the State College Area School District close to town and yet surrounded by nature! Some of the many welcoming features this home includes are a wonderful great room with vaulted ceiling, wall of windows and hardwood flooring, a streamlined kitchen with modern appliances and stylish lighting, 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a home office, a private concrete patio with views of wooded backyard, a newer roof (2013) and so much more! Within walking distance to State Game lands and CATA bus route. An easy commute to I99, State College and Penn State University.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
1.45 acresLot Size
$178Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Matt Barr• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Bought with Jesica Lozier• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty
Precise. Efficient & true one-level living on a scenic 1.45 acre lot in the State College Area School District. This lovely ranch delivers a gorgeous great room with a soaring vaulted ceiling & a wall of windows allowing an abundance of natural light. The well-appointed galley style kitchen boasts sleek stainless appliances, solid wood cabinets & stylish light fixtures. The master suite has tile flooring & a newly added full bathroom. There 2 additional nicely sized bedrooms, chic updated full bathroom with new tile flooring, sink & vanity plus a home office. Recently added split system ductless AC, fresh interior paint, custom interior blinds, new front door & doors to laundry room are just a few of the items enhancing this unique home. Private rear patio with views of the wooded back yard. Short distance to State Game Lands & the CATA bus route. Quick commute to State College, PSU, I-99 & Altoona. $650 Halfmoon Twp water tap-on fee paid by buyer at closing.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2375774
Jun 27, 2014
Sold
$186,500
$106/sq ft
Apr 23, 2014
Listed
$200,000
$114/sq ft
Look at this. .. unique, 1-story living close to town and yet surrounded by nature! Some of the many welcoming features this home includes are a wonderful great room with vaulted ceiling, wall of windows and hardwood flooring, a streamlined kitchen with modern appliances and stylish lighting, 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a home office, a private concrete patio (2005) with views of wooded backyard, a newer shed (2005), paved driveway (2005), a new roof (2013) still under warranty and so much more! Situated on 1.45 acres, within walking distance to State Game lands and CATA bus route. An easy commute to I99, State College and Penn State University. Come and see! $650 Halfmoon Township water tap-on fee to be paid by buyer at closing.
Public Records
Dec 31, 2001
Sold
$79,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,516 (+3.1%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2025
$3,410 (+2.0%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2024
$3,343 (+3.1%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2023
$3,242 (+0.9%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2022
$3,213
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2021
$3,213 (+5.8%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2020
$3,038 (+1.5%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2019
$2,992 (+1.9%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2018
$2,938 (+1.2%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2017
$2,903 (+3.3%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2016
$2,810 (+28.8%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2014
$2,182
$11,565 + $30,760
$42,325
Tax history for 65 Buckhorn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,516 (+3.1%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2025
$3,410 (+2.0%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2024
$3,343 (+3.1%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2023
$3,242 (+0.9%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2022
$3,213
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2021
$3,213 (+5.8%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2020
$3,038 (+1.5%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2019
$2,992 (+1.9%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2018
$2,938 (+1.2%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2017
$2,903 (+3.3%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2016
$2,810 (+28.8%)
$11,565 + $40,005
$51,570
2014
$2,182
$11,565 + $30,760
$42,325
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,752
Year built
1985
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
17-415-,042-,0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
R1
Residential District
The purposes of this district are as follows: To continue to provide for personal agricultural and horticultural pursuits, which are part and parcel of a low-density, rural quality of life.; To allow for the harmonious coexistence of residential and agricultural uses and the minimization of adverse impacts sometimes associated with agriculture.; To provide multiple development options for low-density housing in appropriate locations and to permit limited public and quasi-public uses appropriate for low-density residential neighborhoods.; To protect existing and future residential areas from incompatible land use changes and intrusions which could cause deterioration.; To meet minimum standards of health, safety and welfare by protecting against hazards and nuisances.; To provide for adequate daylight, ventilation, quiet, privacy and appropriate recreational opportunities; To prevent the overcrowding of land caused by excessive densities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Paved Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Foyer, Great Room, Office, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,752
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $2,938
Utilities
Utilities Information
Other
Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
Baseboard, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Sewer Septic: Private Sewer, Private Septic Tank
Cable TV Available, Electric Available
Water Source: Community
Location
School Information
School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA
Location Information
Directions: Route 550 thru Stormstown; Left onto Smith Road; Left onto Buckhorn Road
Municipality: HALFMOON TWP
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,752
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.45 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 17-415-,042-,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Gray's Woods El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
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Park Forest Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi
9/10
State College Area High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 9.3mi
10/10
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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
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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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
$296,000 – $358,000
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