Looking for that beautiful one-of-a-kind home in Sinking Valley? Do you prefer a home that has character and years of history? Look no further! Throughout Sinking Valley history, this home has been estimated to have been built in the 1790's. The first recorded deed dates to 1836. This solid brick home boasts, 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dining room that will accommodate your extended family, kitchen with new appliances, formal living room, sunroom and two staircases for second floor access. Home originally had 4 fireplaces, 2 have been closed off, but 2 have been converted to pellet stove inserts for secondary heat source. The sunroom includes radiant heat flooring and plenty of windows to enjoy the serenity of Sinking Valley. Home has original 6'' wide hardwood floors, first floor laundry room, balcony, two exterior porches and stamped-concrete patio. New boiler system, hot water heater, full unfinished basement and third floor attic. Have a passion for furry friends? They will love it here! All animals will be accommodated with plenty of room to run on the 5.71 acres of green fields. Large, bank barn has 3 horse sized stalls, 2 8x8 stalls and 2 4x5 stalls with doggy door access on lower level. Lower level also features cedar tack room, indoor water hydrant and electric. Store your hay, equipment and barn essentials in the upper level of the barn. New water lines from spring access across Kettle Road provide for a secondary water source and are connected to three frost free hydrants. Electric conduit has been buried to provide electric to horse pastures. House is ready to move right in! Bring your ATV's and get your lawnmower ready! Seller is a PA Licensed Real Estate Agent. Property is located in a flood zone, but it's been here for over 200 years. Sale is contingent on seller securing alternate housing.
Fall in love with this beautiful, updated, historic brick home built in the 1830's filled with rich history in the most peaceful, serene setting. This home is situated on 5.71 acres and has been restored to maintain so much of its original charm and character. The renovated spacious kitchen complete with hickory cabinets and two sinks is perfect for all those home cooked meals. The first floor rooms are exceptionally spacious and great for entertaining as well as each bedroom upstairs. Spend quiet, cozy evenings around one of the 4 original fireplaces in this home. Or, on those summer nights relax on the front porch, front balcony, or stamped concrete patio and admire the gold fish and pond. This home has newer windows, roof, multi-fuel heating system, updated plumbing and electric. The large bank barn has a cemented first floor and fenced barnyard. Close to Penn State University, Spruce Creek, Raystown Lake and many farmers markets adding to this already amazing home and dream come true
Public Records
Dec 28, 2005
Sold
$180,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,512 (+2.1%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2025
$3,442 (+6.1%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2024
$3,244 (+6.9%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2023
$3,035 (+2.2%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2022
$2,970
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2021
$2,970 (−4.5%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2020
$3,109 (+3.3%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2019
$3,009 (+2.3%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2018
$2,941 (−87.1%)
$57,000 + $225,800
$282,800
2017
$22,827 (+3,947.3%)
$57,000 + $225,800
$282,800
2014
$564
$660 + $4,510
$5,170
Tax history for 6068 Kettle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,512 (+2.1%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2025
$3,442 (+6.1%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2024
$3,244 (+6.9%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2023
$3,035 (+2.2%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2022
$2,970
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2021
$2,970 (−4.5%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2020
$3,109 (+3.3%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2019
$3,009 (+2.3%)
$57,100 + $225,800
$282,900
2018
$2,941 (−87.1%)
$57,000 + $225,800
$282,800
2017
$22,827 (+3,947.3%)
$57,000 + $225,800
$282,800
2014
$564
$660 + $4,510
$5,170
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.2 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Blair County
APN
21A 00051431
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Radiant, Fireplace Insert
Interior Features
Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1925.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,925
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared
Lot Size : 5.71
Lot Size Area: 5.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.71
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,841
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Tyrone
Location Information
Directions: Kettle Rd before Arch Springs
Subdivision Name: Sinking Valley
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Blair County
APN: 21A 00051431
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
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Schools
Tyrone Area El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 5.4mi
5/10
Tyrone Area Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
Tyrone Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Tyrone, PA • 16686
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Estimated sale price
$375,000 – $454,000
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