Nestled 200ft. from Centre Hills Golf Course, not far from downtown or PSU, you'll find spacious & private single-floor living in this classic 1950's stone & cedar style ranch. With over 3,300 sq. ft. of living space, desirable features include 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, bonus family room with separate entrance, newer central air, new windows, butler's pantry, eat-in kitchen with corian countertops, 2 fireplaces, and enclosed sun porch. On the 0.96 acre lot, in addition to the 24' x 36' detached 3 bay, 2 story garage with oversized door, you'll find mature trees, fully fenced-in backyard with many flower beds, and 24' x 46' in-ground pool to enjoy. Home was custom-built by the late, celebrated local businessman O. W. Houtz and its location, large lot, & layout provide endless possibilities. Home Warranty included with purchase. Recent home inspection report available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.96 acresLot Size
$180Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Don Ferrell• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Bought with Fred Erb• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - GSA Realty
You must step inside this well-maintained stone & cedar ranch-style house and explore the grounds to appreciate its 1950's character and interest. Custom-built by the late, celebrated local businessman, O. W. Houts, this home's original hardwood floors, bathroom tiles & fieldstone fireplace reflect the charm of a bygone era. Inside, enjoy a front forest view, while outside decompress poolside in your private, fenced backyard retreat, with mature trees & bonus view of Mt Nittany. Two front entrances, ADA accessibility, ample overflow parking plus a 3-car garage evoke home-based business possibilities. Conveniently located just steps from Slab Cabin bike & walking path, Centre Hills Golf Club, and only 3 miles to downtown, PSU campus & the Nittany Mall. New roof, new landscaping + hardscape walkways, & new energy-efficient furnace.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2485136
Nov 16, 2000
Sold
$240,000
$73/sq ft
Aug 8, 2000
Listed
$249,500
$75/sq ft
Located 200 feet from Centre Hills Golf Course, beautifully landscaped and fenced backyard with screened outdoor room overlooking large in-ground pool, orchard w/ peach, apple & cherry trees, 21 Colorado blue spruce, 7 ea. 60 ft pines, rose & lilac bushes, family room w/ seperate entrance can be used as office, 3 bay 2 story garage w/ high door suitable for lage boat, 2 whole house & 2 auto humidistat fans, 2 fireplaces. Room Info: Full Bath: Vinyl/ Full Bath: Vinyl
Public Records
Oct 5, 2000
Sold
$240,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,938 (+3.1%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2025
$7,696 (+2.1%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2024
$7,540 (+3.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2023
$7,308 (+2.6%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2022
$7,123
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2021
$7,123 (+0.5%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2020
$7,087 (+2.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2019
$6,935 (+1.8%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2018
$6,809 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2017
$6,729 (+3.3%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2016
$6,515 (+6.6%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2014
$6,109
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
Tax history for 1312 E Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,938 (+3.1%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2025
$7,696 (+2.1%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2024
$7,540 (+3.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2023
$7,308 (+2.6%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2022
$7,123
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2021
$7,123 (+0.5%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2020
$7,087 (+2.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2019
$6,935 (+1.8%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2018
$6,809 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2017
$6,729 (+3.3%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2016
$6,515 (+6.6%)
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
2014
$6,109
$15,000 + $103,655
$118,655
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.96 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,112
Year built
1956
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
19-017-,140-,0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
It is the intent of the Single-Family Residential District to promote the following: To provide for low-density housing in appropriate locations and to permit limited public and quasi-public uses appropriate for residential neighborhoods.; To protect residential areas from changes and intrusions which may cause deterioration.; To meet minimum standards of health and safety by protecting against hazards and nuisances.; To provide for adequate daylight, ventilation, quiet, privacy and recreational opportunity.; To prevent congestion and the overcrowding of land caused by excessive densities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Assembly/ meeting place
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Planned unit development (pud)
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 864
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Paved Driveway
Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Water Conditioner - Rented
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Breakfast Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bonus Room, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 640
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Personal Pool
In Ground
Lot Information
Fenced
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,308
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 640
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $7,040
Utilities
Utilities Information
Other
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Hot Water, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA
Location Information
Directions: Atherton to E. Branch Road, past Centre Hills Golf Course, house on right.
Municipality: COLLEGE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,112
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.96 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 19-017-,140-,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Spring Creek Elementary School
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Mount Nittany Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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State College Area High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$566,000 – $685,000
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