The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 16652 sells for about $209,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 16652 — Huntingdon
The housing market in 16652 is characterized by stable pricing and moderate inventory levels. Demand is supported by local institutional employers, though the market remains sensitive to broader economic trends. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and price-cut percentages are estimated based on current listing activity.
This ZIP is well-suited for families, retirees, and outdoor enthusiasts who value proximity to Raystown Lake and a lower cost of living compared to urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 11.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 16652, Huntingdon County PA
The area is served by the Huntingdon Area School District, which provides standard public education services for the region.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and weather risks typical of central Pennsylvania; insurance availability is stable.
Economic momentum is driven by local education, healthcare, and correctional facility operations, with limited large-scale commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Pennsylvania) — Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion: Formula: (Assessed Value - Exclusion Amount) × Tax Rate = Tax Owed. Exclusion amount varies by school district and county. State (Pennsylvania) — Property Tax Assessment: Tax = Assessed Value × Local Millage Rate (1 mill = $1 per $1,000 of assessed value).
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to local employment hubs in Huntingdon or regional centers via US-22.
The area features significant outdoor access, including proximity to Raystown Lake, local parks, and trails suitable for hiking and water sports.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of long-term residential units and seasonal housing, with moderate vacancy pressure due to the university and institutional presence.
The economy is anchored by Juniata College, local healthcare providers, and state correctional facilities.
Transportation is primarily served by US Route 22, providing east-west connectivity through the county.
Development is largely focused on residential infill and small-scale commercial improvements.
Huntingdon County utilizes a traditional assessment system based on historical property values.
Parcels are subject to Huntingdon Area School District taxes and municipal levies.
Property insurance remains available and standard for the region, with no major market disruptions reported.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 16652 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
A major regional reservoir offering boating, fishing, and camping.
Features historic architecture and local dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.