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#77872, Listing office: Howard Hanna Bardell Realty Altoona
$189,000 List price
205 Ruskin Dr Altoona, PA 16602
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,986 sqft
0.2 acres
$95 / sqft
House
Property details
About 205 Ruskin Dr
Charming 3-Bedroom Home in a Sought-After Neighborhood - With Bonus Attic Space! Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom home nestled in a highly sought-after neighborhood! This well-maintained property offers spacious, light-filled living areas and an inviting layout perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find a large attic space that holds the potential to be transformed into a fourth bedroom, home office, or cozy retreat — the possibilities are endless. Step outside and enjoy the generous backyard, ideal for gardening, play, or weekend BBQs. Sports lovers and active families will love the dedicated basketball area—a rare and fun feature for any household. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home combines comfort, convenience, and potential all in one.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size1,986 sqft
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1904
MLS #77103
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
- Flooring Type: Carpet
- Interior: Pantry
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $189,000
- Price/SqFt: $95
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,957
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Cleared, Level, Sloped
- Year Built: 1904
- Living Area: 1,986 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
- MLS Number: 77103
- MLS Name: AlleghenyHighland
- Office Name: John Hill Real Estate
- Office Phone: (814) 944-9377
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Last updated on: 7/16/2025, 5:45:39 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2019 | Home Sold | $105,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $115,800 | $1,957 |
| 2023 | $115,800 | $1,813 |
| 2022 | $115,800 | $1,786 |
| 2021 | $115,800 | $593 |
| 2020 | $115,800 | $593 |
| 2019 | $115,800 | $593 |
| 2018 | $115,800 | $1,694 |
| 2017 | $115,800 | $7,325 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Baker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•108 W Ward Ave
7
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•310 Cayuga Ave
6
Mowrie a Ebner Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•308 Hillside Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,918. The most common annual income of people living in Altoona, PA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
23%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
33%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Horse Races
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
LongHorn Steakhouse
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
Buick
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
Contemporary Inspirational
Soft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 205 Ruskin Dr
The listing price of 205 Ruskin Dr property is $189,000.
The property 205 Ruskin Dr is a house located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16602.
Active Listing: 205 Ruskin Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 205 Ruskin Dr are: Baker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Pleasant Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mowrie a Ebner Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Altoona Area Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Penn Cambria Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bellwood-Antis Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Altoona Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,957 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 19, 2019 for $105,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 205 Ruskin Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 205 Ruskin Dr is 1,986 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 205 Ruskin Dr is 1904.
This home is located at 205 Ruskin Dr in Altoona, PA and zip code 16602. This 1,986 square foot home, which was built in 1904, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Altoona, PA there were more than 12 sold above asking price, over 23 sold below and more than 5 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Altoona, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 2.4%. In June 2025 median list price was $135,000 and the average listing age was 49 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.