197 Washington Avenue

Bellefonte, PA
$ 449,500 Beds 4 Baths 2.5 Sq 2,895 Virtual Tour
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Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in the desirable Forest Heights neighborhood of Bellefonte. Freshly painted and featuring brand-new flooring throughout, this move-in-ready home combines modern updates with spacious living in one of the area's most sought-after communities. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed main level featuring a spacious kitchen with abundant cabinetry, a sunny breakfast nook, and an inviting family room centered around a cozy fireplace. A formal dining room is perfect for hosting holidays and special occasions, while the separate formal living room offers additional space for entertaining or relaxing. A convenient powder room completes the main level. The second floor offers four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious owner's suite with a walk-in closet and private ensuite bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, and the convenience of a second-floor laundry room make everyday living a breeze. The finished lower level provides even more living space with a large recreation/family room ideal for movie nights, a home gym, or playroom. An oversized utility room offers exceptional storage, and the walk-up Bilco doors provide easy access to the backyard. This home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated with numerous improvements, including all new paint and flooring throughout, a new HVAC system (2023), new ductwork in the basement, a water heater replaced in 2019, a radon mitigation system, all new smoke detectors, and gutter guards installed for low-maintenance living. These are just a few of the many updates that make this home truly move-in ready. Offering generous living spaces, modern mechanical updates, and an unbeatable location in the Forest Heights neighborhood, this exceptional home is ready for its next owners. Schedule your private tour today and discover everything this Bellefonte beauty has to offer! *Some pictures are virtually staged*

ACTIVE

  • Price
  • $ 449,500
  • City
  • Bellefonte
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • CENTRE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Walker Twp
  • Lot Size
  • 0.39 Acres
  • Zip
  • 16823
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,895
  • Year Built
  • 2004
  • Taxes
  • $ 5438
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • PACE2519862
Listed By: Annette Yorks with Perry Wellington Realty, LLC - 8142731446;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 2895
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Settlement
Roof Shingle
Zoning R
HOA Fee 100.00
Garage Spaces 2.00
Patio/Porch Features Porch(es),Deck(s)
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
School District BELLEFONTE AREA
Exclusions Propane Tank - Leased through Amerigas
Year Built 2004
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Accessibility None
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County CENTRE
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name FOREST HEIGHTS
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions I-99 N/US 220 N toward I-80 Bellefonte,continue on PA-26 N/US-220 N,turn right onto Forest Ave,right onto Washington Ave,home on left.
City BELLEFONTE
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Walker Twp (16414)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 16988.00
Tax Assessed Value 83285.0
Tax Annual Amount 5438.0
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 206.19
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Total SQFT 3244
Builder Name Forest Homes
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Kitchen - Eat-In
Heating Fuel Electric
Basement Full,Fully Finished
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 1
Hot Water Electric
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2180
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 715
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Kitchen,Family Room,Other,Full Bath,Half Bath,Additional Bedroom
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT 349
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 4
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 4
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 2
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 2
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 2.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 2
Above Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Satellite Dish
Pool No Pool
Parking Features Paved Driveway
Lot Features Landscaping
Water Source Public
Inclusions Kitchen Appliances,Gazebo - As-Is
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Features Garage - Side Entry
Type of Parking Attached Garage
Foundation Details Active Radon Mitigation
Water View Y/N No
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Acres 0.39
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No
Land Assessed Value 13465.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Attached Garage Spaces 2
LotDimensionsSource Assessor

Room Details

Additional Bedroom 12x12 Upper 1 12x12
Additional Bedroom # 2 12x10 Upper 1 12x10
Additional Bedroom # 3 13x10 Upper 1 13x10
Dining Room 13x11 Main 13x11
Family Room 15x13 Main 15x13
Full Bath # 2 13x8 Upper 1 13x8
Full Bath 11x5 Upper 1 11x5
Half Bath 6x3 Main 6x3
Kitchen 21x13 Main 21x13
Living Room 16x14 Main 16x14
Other 27x26 Lower 1 27x26
Primary Bedroom 17x12 Upper 1 17x12

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Owings Mills, MD office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Bellefonte Area High School

Price History

7/16/2026 Listed $479,000
8/5/2026 1% - $474,500
8/18/2026 1% - $470,000
8/25/2026 5% - $449,500

Property vs Zip Code Average in 16823

Price
AVG $430K
$450K
Taxes
AVG $3,643
$5,438
Year Built
AVG 1967
2004
Visits
AVG 422
228
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197 Washington Avenue Bellefonte, PA is a Single Family Home for sale at $449500 with 2895 sqft and a lot size of 0.39 Acres Acre(s). 197 Washington Avenue Bellefonte has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 2004. The property's zip code is 16823 which is in Bellefonte, PA

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