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512 E College Ave
512 E College Ave,
State College,
PA
16801
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About 512 E College Ave State College, PA 16801
512 E College Ave offers a blend of comfort, quality, and design. You'll find this community in the 16801 area of State College. The leasing staff is excited to help you find your ideal place. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.
512 E College Ave is an apartment community located in Centre County and the 16801 ZIP Code. This area is served by the State College Area attendance zone.
Community Amenities
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Welcome to State College, Pennsylvania, affectionately known as "Happy Valley" and home to Pennsylvania State University. This college town combines academic spirit with small-town charm. The downtown area bustles with activity, featuring independent shops and diverse dining options along College and Beaver Avenues. Housing options include apartment communities in the downtown district and rental homes in established neighborhoods like College Heights and Holmes-Foster, where tree-lined streets showcase the area's architectural heritage. Current rental trends show steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments commanding $1,315 per month, reflecting a 5.5% increase over the past year.
State College offers abundant recreational opportunities and cultural attractions. The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts transforms downtown each July, welcoming more than 125,000 visitors. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Rothrock State Forest's extensive trail system.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown State College | State College, PA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | - | $1,139 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,396 | $1,399 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,270 | $1,600 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,287 | $1,735 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 51 min | 30.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 51 min | 37.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 58 min | 42.6 mi |
512 E College Ave is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from Pennsylvania State University. It is also near Juniata College and Lock Haven University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
316 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-4
214 Students
Nearby
Public Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
2,410 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
695 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-1
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
117 Students
Nearby
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512 E College Ave
State College, PA 16801