Four Bedroom Affordable Pennsylvania Home For Sale Under $55K
$54,900
Four-bedroom, two-bath affordable Pennsylvania home for sale with eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, fireplace, and wrap-around porch.
Realtor Comments
This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1, 784 sq ft of potential and character! Featuring a large eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, and a cozy living room with a decorative fireplace, there’s plenty of room to make this home your own. The owner made efforts to update some areas, but much of the work was done DIY and may require further attention or professional finishing. Ideal for investors or buyers looking to add their own touch and build equity. With solid bones and a great layout, this property is ready for someone with vision!
- 4bed
- 2bath
1090 Crest Ave, Johnstown, PA 15902 $54,900
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
Contact Realtor: Diane L Roberts
Pros
1. Exceptional Affordability
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Housing is incredibly cheap: Median home values range from about $37K to $84K, and rent averages around $600–830/month—roughly 70–80% below the national average.
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Overall cost of living runs about 20–25% lower than the U.S. average .
2. Close‑Knit, Family‑Oriented Community
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Residents often highlight a welcoming, small-city vibe, with many festivals and community events fostering unity .
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Ideal for families—and retirees—seeking tight community ties and budget-friendly living
3. Rich History and Cultural Assets
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Offers rich historical attractions (e.g., the Johnstown Flood Museum) and unique landmarks like the Inclined Plane
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Cultural hubs like UPJ’s performing arts center add local vibrancy and draw
4. Excellent Outdoor Recreation
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Plenty of parks, trails, rivers, and state parks nearby for hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, and rafting .
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Stackhouse Park is one of the largest city‑enclosed parks in the country
5. Reasonable Commute & Access
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Short average commutes through town; regional transit connected via CamTran and the Inclined Plane
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About an hour’s drive to Pittsburgh, plus easy access to Altoona and Greensburg
❌ Cons
1. Economic Struggles
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High poverty (
33%) and low median income ($29K/year) -
Unemployment remains elevated (~9–10%)
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Job market is limited, especially if you’re seeking well-paying roles—many residents commute for work
2. Crime & Safety Concerns
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Higher-than-average property & violent crime; chance of violent crime is about 1 in 184 vs. PA avg of 1 in 316
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Some neighborhoods, like Moxham, face issues with gangs and drugs—though safer areas exist (e.g., Westmont, Richland)
3. Population Decline & Economic Malaise
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Population has declined by ~5% over five years; city shrinking since the steel industry closed
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Commerce and downtown infrastructure have suffered; revitalization efforts help but are gradual
4. Limited Amenities & Retail
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Stores, restaurants, nightlife, and big-box shopping are limited; nightlife centers around a few bars and local events.
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Downtown carries some charm, but lacks diversity and walkability .
5. Aging Housing Stock
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Affordable homes often need renovation; unreliable utilities, older infrastructure, and possible flooding issues—wet basements, landslides—can complicate things .
6. Weather & Geography
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Experiences full four-season climate with cold, snowy winters and gloomy weather .
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Located in a hilly, flood-prone valley; past flooding was disastrous (1889, 1936, 1977), though modern flood control helps—still groundwater issues
