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  1. Building Photo - The Yards at Old State
    Good Value
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    4 BEDS
    $954+
    5 BEDS
    $904+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$849 - $999
    Required Monthly Fees$55
    Total Monthly Price$904 - $1,054

    The Yards at Old State

    1830 Blue Course Dr, State College, PA 16801
    (814) 983-7775
  8. Aerial - Parkway Plaza
    STUDIO
    $1,021+
    2 BEDS
    $820+
    3 BEDS
    $720+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$699 - $1,000
    Required Monthly Fees$21
    Total Monthly Price$720 - $1,021

    Parkway Plaza

    1000 Plaza Dr, State College, PA 16801
    (814) 808-0651
  17. Building Photo - the co.space
    2 BEDS
    $875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$875

    the co.space

    244 E Nittany Ave, State College, PA 16801
  24. Building Photo - 619 S Pugh St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $910
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$910
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$910

    619 S Pugh St

    619 S Pugh St, State College, PA 16801
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  25. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    1029 S Atherton St

    1029 S Atherton St, State College, PA 16801
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State College, PA Apartments for Rent

State College is home to the University Park campus of Pennsylvania State University and sits in the scenic Nittany Valley, where Mount Nittany rises as a defining natural landmark. Those looking for apartments for rent in State College will find options from modern apartment communities near the downtown district to rentals in established neighborhoods like College Heights and Holmes-Foster, where tree-lined streets create a welcoming atmosphere. The downtown area along College Avenue and Beaver Avenue offers walkable access to independent shops, diverse dining, and entertainment venues.

Renting in State College provides convenient access to both campus life and outdoor recreation. Neighborhoods such as the Highlands, Tusseyview, and Orchard Park offer varied apartment styles within easy reach of Rothrock State Forest's extensive trail system and local parks. The borough's compact size makes commuting straightforward, with major routes like Route 26 and Route 322 connecting residents to surrounding areas. Downtown State College serves as a hub for shopping and dining, while the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts and events at Beaver Stadium add to the area's cultural and entertainment options throughout the year.

Why State College?

  • Penn State, one of the largest universities ihttps://seorss.apartmentfinder.com/wp-admin/post-new.php#category-addn the US, offers over 160 majors.
  • Centre County contains six state parks including Bald Eagle State Park.
  • Penn State is home to the Penn State Creamery, the All-Sports Museum, and an Arboretum.
  • Historic Boalsburg is a unique village that offers wineries, museums, parades, and arts and crafts.
  • The Grange Fair is a major annual event with vendors, concerts, rides, and competitions.
  • Museums include Matson Museum of Anthropology and the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum.

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Park Forest Middle School

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Mount Nittany Middle School

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Corl Street El School

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Spring Creek Elementary School

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Radio Park El School

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Park Forest El School

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Mt. Nittany Elemenary

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