148 W Prospect Ave

State College, PA 16801

$539,900
Price
4
Beds
2,056 Sq. Ft.
$263 / Sq. Ft.
2,056
Sq. Ft.
$263
per Sq. Ft.
basement studio
basement studio
basement studio

Description

Charming brick two-story in the State College Borough offering an exceptional opportunity to live near Penn State University and all that downtown has to offer. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout, with an inviting kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and shaker-style cabinetry. The main level offers a formal dining area, comfortable living room, and convenient half bath. Upstairs you’ll find three bright bedrooms and two full bathrooms with hardwoods and abundant...Charming brick two-story in the State College Borough offering an exceptional opportunity to live near Penn State University and all that downtown has to offer. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout, with an inviting kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and shaker-style cabinetry. The main level offers a formal dining area, comfortable living room, and convenient half bath. Upstairs you’ll find three bright bedrooms and two full bathrooms with hardwoods and abundant natural light, plus a full walk-up attic for excellent storage. A separate-entry, fully renovated apartment at the rear of the home includes a stylish kitchen, full bathroom, and bedroom—ideal for rental income or guest space. Recent refreshes include fresh paint throughout, new ceiling fans in all bedrooms, new bath vent fan/lights, new efficient basement heating with smart thermostat, smart door lock, new LVP flooring in basement bath, new stainless dishwasher for main house, and new refrigerator for basement unit. Additional improvements include a newer roof, hot water heater, and an efficient ductless mini-split heating and cooling system. Fenced-in backyard with a 35' x 15' deck for outdoor enjoyment. Current rental permits for both units, lease through June 2026 for main house, and strong income potential with a proven short term rental concept. Basement apartment includes furnishings for turnkey operation. Some photos have been virtually staged or digitally enhanced to illustrate potential furnishings and/or finishes.
  1. Listed by James Bradley • Keller Williams Advantage Realty
    P: (814)-574-1196 james.r.bradley@gmail.com

Property Details for 148 West Prospect Avenue

Tax ID Number
36-018-,015-,0000-
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Dwelling w/Separate Living Area, Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 11:50 PM

Property Details for 148 West Prospect Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #PACE2517302
Days on Market2
Taxes$4,320 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1933
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyCentre County

Location

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Building Information for 148 West Prospect Avenue

Stories2Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,991 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,631

Property Taxes

$360

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 148 West Prospect Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: STATE COLLEGE AREA
  • School District County ID: 801909430994
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: STATE COLLEGE AREA (CENTRE PA)
  • County: CENTRE
  • MLS Area: State College Boro (16436)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $51,630
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $404
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $37,565
  • City Town Tax: $1,181
  • Land Assessed Value: $14,065
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $2,734
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Foyer, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12.7x10.9
  • Room Description: 12.7x10.9
Room 2
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7.9x7.9
  • Room Description: 7.9x7.9
Room 3
  • Room Type: Additional Bedroom
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12.9x12.9
  • Room Description: 12.9x12.9
Room 4
  • Room Type: Additional Bedroom
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11x8.8
  • Room Description: 11x8.8
Room 5
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14.10x12.7
  • Room Description: 14.10x12.7
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7.9x6.6
  • Room Description: 7.9x6.6
Room 7
  • Room Type: Additional Bedroom
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9.3x10.6
  • Room Description: 9.3x10.6
Room 8
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12.9x11.2
  • Room Description: 12.9x11.2
Room 9
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12.11x11.2
  • Room Description: 12.11x11.2
Room 10
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7.3x6.7
  • Room Description: 7.3x6.7
Room 11
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 5.2x5.6
  • Room Description: 5.2x5.6
Room 12
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11x5.10
  • Room Description: 11x5.10
Room 13
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,056.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,056.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,056.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8045/0396/5922/804503965922_512_384_WM_9XczUyUS0FeNFE41.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Rear
  • Location Type: Downtown
  • Parcel ID: 25390637
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 148 West Prospect Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PACE2517302

$539,900—
Nov 1, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545296276

$480,000

+5.8% / yr

Jun 15, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1294389463

$335,000

+2.1% / yr

Mar 19, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117281104

$272,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/05/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PACE2517302

$539,900
11/01/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545296276

$480,000

+5.8% / yr

06/15/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1294389463

$335,000

+2.1% / yr

03/19/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117281104

$272,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 148 West Prospect Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,065Additions$37,565Total$51,630
Tax Record2025$4,215 ($351 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,456 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933CountyCENTREAPN36-018-,015-,0000-

Schools near 148 West Prospect Avenue

This home is within State College Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Easterly Parkway El School
Public - K to 5
Mount Nittany Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
State College Area High School
Public - 8 to 12
Greenly School
Private - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Easterly Parkway El School
PublicK to 5

Mount Nittany Middle School
Public6 to 8

State College Area High School
Public8 to 12

Greenly School
PrivateK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 148 West Prospect Avenue, State College, PA 16801

148 West Prospect Avenue is a single family home for sale in State College, PA 16801. This property was listed for sale on February 5, 2026 by Keller Williams Advantage Realty, it's currently listed at $539,900. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on November 1, 2024. This listing's school district is State College Area School District. Nearby schools include Easterly Parkway El School, Mount Nittany Middle School and State College Area High School. 148 West Prospect Avenue is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,056 sqft single family home built in 1933.

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