Homes for Sale in Altoona

About Altoona Real Estate

Altoona sits in the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania and draws people who want a smaller-city pace with access to both outdoor recreation and regional job centers. Many who move here come from nearby metro areas looking for more space and lower costs, while long-time residents often stay because of family ties and familiar routines. The character of the city varies by neighborhood, with housing stock that ranges from older single-family homes on tree-lined streets to more recent construction on the edges of town. Parks and trails around the area support hiking, biking, and seasonal outdoor activities, and downtown offers a handful of locally owned restaurants and shops that serve daily needs. The school landscape includes the local public district along with nearby private and parochial options for families who prefer them. The region experiences four distinct seasons, with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers that bring comfortable conditions for much of the spring and fall. In the current market there are roughly 100 active listings, and the median sale price sits near $129,450, giving buyers a range of choices from modest starter homes to larger properties priced well above the average of $199,449.

Average listing price: $199,449 · 100 homes available