This one-of-a-kind contemporary home sits on a . 43-acre lot with panoramic views in the highly desirable Nittany Hills neighborhood. Convenient location close to Penn State University and downtown State College. Designed with thoughtful details and solid craftsmanship, the home offers unique features, quality materials, and several recent updates. The entry foyer welcomes you with natural light, new recessed lighting, slate tile and a quiet reading nook. From there, step into the kitchen, which includes stainless steel appliances, maple hardwood flooring, and a cozy eat-in area. The kitchen has an updated sink, garbage disposal, and lighting. Adjacent is a dining area with oak floors, a new ceiling fan, and new recessed lighting. The sunken great room is a standout space with walls of windows, built-in shelving, and Russian masonry stone surrounding a Vermont Castings gas fireplace. It’s a comfortable space with plenty of room to gather & entertain. The first-floor primary suite features Brazilian hardwood flooring and a new mini-split. The attached "Jack and Jill" bathroom includes heated ceramic tile, a jetted tub with tile surround, updated lighting, and new fixtures. The second bedroom can be found on this level. The guest suite on the main level offers a bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests or extended stays. Recent improvements include new windows in the breakfast nook, a new bay window in the dining room, and a Craftsman shed. The concrete apron in front of the oversized two-car garage was recently replaced along with sections of the front walkway. The exterior has fresh new landscaping with beautifully manicured lawn. This is a well-maintained, distinctive home in a prime location—ready for its next owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marc Mcmaster• RE/MAX Centre Realty
•814-231-8200 (broker)
•info@statecollegehomes.com (broker)
Bought with Nicole Hoover• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Amazing one of a kind Contemporary in the State College Borough. This unique home features a sunlit foyer with a cozy reading area. Walk from the foyer into the nice size kitchen with SS appliances, maple hardwood flooring and a convenient eat in area. The first floor master bedroom has beautiful brazilian hardwood. Master bath has heated ceramic tile, jetted tub with tile surround. The sunken great room features walls of windows, built in shelving and a Russian masonry stone fireplace. Built by master stone mason Phil Hawk. This level also includes a guest suite with a bedroom and full bath. Two car oversize garage. Lovely private . 43 acre lot with panoramic views and patio. Close to PSU and downtown.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2378126
Nov 24, 2014
Sold
$330,000
$160/sq ft
Oct 1, 2014
Listed
$337,000
$163/sq ft
Been waiting for Dramatic, Bright, Open, Unique or WOW!? Wait no more. This delightful contemporary home has it all. The sunlit 16x25 foyer doubles as a great reading room leading to the cheerful kitchen with ss appliances & cozy breakfast area with new maple flooring. The MBR and BR/office have Brazilian cherry floors and are connected by a snazzy jack & jill bath featuring 2 vanities, jetted tub with tiled surround, glass block wall & heated ceramic floor. The view from the foyer overlooks the LL, open great room with its 2 walls of soaring windows (replaced in 2013), and dramatic Russian/masonry stone fireplace built by master stonemason, Phil Hawk. Also on that level is the guest suite with bath. The home is heated & air conditioned by two Fujitsu wall units. Replacement windows (except in lower level guestroom, bath, and breakfast nook), refinished hardwood in dining room, additional finishing trim work, 2 energy efficient doors, and re-siding with CertainTeed fiber cement.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2132130
May 31, 2013
Sold
$319,000
$155/sq ft
Apr 23, 2013
Listed
$319,000
$155/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2467382
May 29, 2007
Sold
$262,000
$127/sq ft
Mar 19, 2007
Listed
$264,900
$128/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2323600
Jul 12, 2004
Sold
$235,000
$114/sq ft
May 7, 2004
Listed
$239,900
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,474 (+4.9%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2025
$7,122 (+5.6%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2024
$6,745 (+2.6%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2023
$6,575 (+4.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2022
$6,297
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2021
$6,297
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2020
$6,297 (+3.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2019
$6,089 (+2.1%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2018
$5,965 (+1.0%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2017
$5,906 (+2.7%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2016
$5,749 (+14.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2014
$5,027
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
Tax history for 1272 Penfield Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,474 (+4.9%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2025
$7,122 (+5.6%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2024
$6,745 (+2.6%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2023
$6,575 (+4.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2022
$6,297
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2021
$6,297
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2020
$6,297 (+3.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2019
$6,089 (+2.1%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2018
$5,965 (+1.0%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2017
$5,906 (+2.7%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2016
$5,749 (+14.4%)
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
2014
$5,027
$20,000 + $67,230
$87,230
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,063
Year built
1974
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
36-023-,142-,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
Garage Features: Covered Parking, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Conditioner - Owned