Designed by beloved architect, Phil Hallock, you won't be able to resist falling in love with this Mid-Century Modern darling, oozing with retro details and stylish accents, in the heart of West College Heights on peaceful tree-lined Glenn Road! From the asymmetrical vaulted living room to the decorative painted block mantle & hardwood floors, this light and bright space welcomes you into its cozy fold and brings the outdoors in with tall windows and thoughtful architectural touches. At home date night with your sweetheart is a breeze in the sweet kitchen where vintage design meets modern convenience with cool cement countertops, extended tile splash, peninsula with open shelving, white cabinets, SS appliances, and a kitchen sink view of the backyard. Share holidays with your nearest and dearest in the open dining room with contemporary light fixture, big windows, and a door to the deck! You'll appreciate the 3 nicely sized bedrooms with wide closets, full bath with ceramic tub & tile surround, and the ease of first floor laundry as well as a half bath for guests! Ready for your personal touches, the partially finished lower level features an art studio where you can let your creativity soar and a versatile industrial style rec room with wet bar, workout zone, and guest area! Storage has not been forgotten with a large unfinished room as well! Summertime entertaining takes on new life in the lovely backyard under the shade of beautiful mature trees! You'll love the sweet patio with hot tub and space for lawn games or gardening! Just a few quick blocks to campus, this home makes for a wonderful game day getaway or cool primary residence! On rainy days, you'll appreciate the attached carport with additional storage at the back! With central air, a new heat pump, hot water heater, and water softener as well as all interior and exterior painting during current ownership this house is ready to welcome you home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$210Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lara Villanueva• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Contemporary charm radiates in this mid-century modern College Heights home. Full of character and centrally located, this unique house is just waiting for you to call it home! The living room is flooded with light from the distinctive triple stacked windows and asymmetrical vaulted ceiling. The block fireplace, with its clean lines will easily become the focal point of your new gathering area. The kitchen and dining room flow together and create a cozy dinning space. Unique concrete counters and a classic blue backsplash highlight the clean white cabinets of this updated kitchen. In the lower level you'll find a fantastic wet bar, galvanized tin ceiling, and unique fixtures throughout giving this unique space a modern / industrial feel. The home also carries a valid rental permit and would be perfect as a game day retreat or investment property! For more property details and images, visit www. 550Glenn.com.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2107572
May 31, 2011
Sold
$266,000
$116/sq ft
Apr 8, 2011
Listed
$279,900
$122/sq ft
This beautiful home in College Heights is just a short walk home from campus. It has been redone in a creative contemporary style ready for new owners. Enjoy the wood burning fireplace in the light and bright living room with vaulted ceiling and cove lighting. The dining room looks out over the back yard and is open to the kitchen which is revitalized with concrete countertops, hardwood floor, and stainless steel appliances. All three bedrooms have ample closet space and hardwood floors. Completing the picture on this main level is a full bath with washer and dryer included, and a handy half bath off the kitchen and side entrance. Downstairs is finished space including a wet bar with under counter refrigerator. Finished in a contemporary style with corrugated aluminum ceilings and laminate floors, there is space for everything from game night to movie night or just plain old TV watching with friends. The hot tub in the private back yard adds another dimension to the fun.
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2069510
Aug 16, 2006
Sold
$252,000
$110/sq ft
Aug 16, 2006
Listed
$249,900
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2199228
Jul 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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May 11, 2006
Listed
$249,900
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACE2030496
Aug 2, 2001
Sold
$146,250
$64/sq ft
Jun 13, 2001
Listed
$151,500
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,431 (+4.9%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2025
$5,175 (+5.6%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2024
$4,901 (+2.6%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2023
$4,778 (+4.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2022
$4,576
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2021
$4,576
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2020
$4,576 (+3.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2019
$4,425 (+2.1%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2018
$4,335 (+1.0%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2017
$4,291 (+2.7%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2016
$4,177 (+14.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2014
$3,652
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
Tax history for 550 Glenn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,431 (+4.9%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2025
$5,175 (+5.6%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2024
$4,901 (+2.6%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2023
$4,778 (+4.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2022
$4,576
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2021
$4,576
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2020
$4,576 (+3.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2019
$4,425 (+2.1%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2018
$4,335 (+1.0%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2017
$4,291 (+2.7%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2016
$4,177 (+14.4%)
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
2014
$3,652
$16,405 + $46,980
$63,385
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: Traveling North on Atherton Street, turn left onto Hillcrest Ave (College Heights West), keep right onto Martin Terrace, keep left onto Glenn Road, home is on the left!
Location Type: Suburban
Municipality: STATE COLLEGE BORO
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,293
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 36-003-,039-,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Radio Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
State College Area High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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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
6 days above 94° expected this year, 14 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
$458,000 – $555,000
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