Beautifully located in treasured West College Heights neighborhood, discover this updated, inspirational dwelling. Value hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace (chimney rebuilt by craftsman Phil Hawk), built-ins and unending charm. A lovely, vaulted sunroom was added with skylights and a wall of windows providing an experience of light and views to an inviting backyard. The sunroom opens to a new kitchen with stainless appliances and pretty quartz countertops. Celebrations are had in the formal dining area and spacious living room. A family room, study and half-bath complete the main floor. Ascend and find 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The lower level offers a sizable bedroom, full bath, greenhouse-like space and storage. During warm-weather months, you'll enjoy the private backyard deck area surrounded by blooms and butterflies, perfect for outdoor gatherings. One-car garage; PSU campus/downtown just blocks away.
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$249Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Beth Richards• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Listed by Sandra Stover• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
•814-234-4000 (broker)
•realty@1kbb.com (broker)
Bought with Lisa Schroeder• Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Authentic New England style Cape, copying a 200-year-old Kennebunkport home, desirably located in West College Heights. Several years ago, it was on the homes tour benefitting The State Theatre. Built in 1939, it features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace (the chimney was rebuilt by artistic craftsman Phil Hawk), built-ins and a lot of charm. Years later a lovely vaulted sunroom was added boasting, skylights and a wall of windows radiating abundant warmth and natural light. The sunroom opens to the kitchen with attractive tile floors. There is a lovely formal library/dining area and spacious, inviting living room, small study and half-bath. Three bedrooms and two full baths complete the upper level. The lower level has a possible greenhouse, a sizable bedroom and full bath. During the summer months, you'll enjoy the private back-yard deck area surrounded by wild flowers and ferns, perfect for gatherings. PSU campus and downtown are just blocks away.
Public Records
Jul 2, 1980
Sold
$83,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,220 (+4.9%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2025
$5,927 (+5.6%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2024
$5,614 (+2.6%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2023
$5,472 (+4.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2022
$5,240
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2021
$5,240
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2020
$5,240 (+3.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2019
$5,068 (+2.1%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2018
$4,965 (+1.0%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2017
$4,915 (+2.7%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2016
$4,785 (+14.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2014
$4,183
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
Tax history for 706 Sunset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,220 (+4.9%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2025
$5,927 (+5.6%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2024
$5,614 (+2.6%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2023
$5,472 (+4.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2022
$5,240
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2021
$5,240
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2020
$5,240 (+3.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2019
$5,068 (+2.1%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2018
$4,965 (+1.0%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2017
$4,915 (+2.7%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2016
$4,785 (+14.4%)
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
2014
$4,183
$14,065 + $58,530
$72,595
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,905
Year built
1939
Style
Other
County
Centre County
APN
36-003-,232-,0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Paved Driveway
Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Water Conditioner - Rented
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Skylight(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Office, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1050
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Builder Name: Orin Frink
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Fiber Cement
Foundation Details: Active Radon Mitigation
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Structure Type: Detached
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,374
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 650
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 400
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $72,595
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $5,240
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA
Location Information
Directions: Atherton Street to Hillcrest Ave. Left onto Sunset Road. Home is on the right.
Municipality: STATE COLLEGE BORO
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,905
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Centre County
APN: 36-003-,232-,0000-
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Radio Park El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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State College Area High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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