Pennsylvania Farmhouse For Sale on Country Lane $53K

Pennsylvania Farmhouse For Sale on Country Lane. Located out on a lovely country road but still conveniently close to town.

40 Gauntner St, Johnstown, PA 15902  $53,000

• Contact Realtor: Tom Yewcic
• Google Map
• Niche

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Pros

• Very Affordable Housing & Low Cost of Living

• Median home values hover around $80K–$115K, compared to ~$338K nationally—60–75% cheaper

• Overall cost of living is 20–25% below U.S. average .

• Rich History & Cultural Attractions

• Iconic heritage (Great Flood, steel legacy) preserved in the Johnstown Flood Museum, Inclined Plane, and heritage centers

• Active arts scene: music festivals, ethnic events, performing arts at Pitt-Johnstown campus

• Outdoor Recreation

• Close to Laurel Highlands, state parks, hiking trails, four ski areas, biking routes, and rivers

• Stackhouse Park—one of the largest city-surrounded parks in the U.S.

• Community & Family-Friendly Atmosphere

• Tight-knit community: locals “look out for each other” at events and parks

• Plenty of family-oriented activities and parks

• Proximity to Pittsburgh

• About 1.5 hours away—offering access to big-city amenities while enjoying small-town affordability

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Cons

• High Crime Rates

• Crime is above national averages: roughly a 1-in-38 chance of any crime, 1‑in‑230 for violent crime, and 1‑in‑46 for property crime

• Some Redditors cite issues with drugs and crime in certain neighborhoods .

• Economic Challenges & Limited Job Market

• Poverty rate ~32%; median household income is ~$31K

• Job landscape pivots from historic manufacturing to healthcare, education, and tourism—though opportunities remain limited

• Locals mention few well-paying roles, leading many to commute or take lower-wage jobs

• Population Decline

• Population has dropped ~5% over five years, with ~19,000 residents

• School Quality Varies

• Public schools receive mixed reviews: district grade D+, though private and some neighborhood schools fair better

• Reddit advice: “If you have kids… avoid the Johnstown school district”

• Harsh Winters & Terrain

• Located in the Allegheny Mountains—cold, snowy winters and hilly terrain that can inconvenience residents

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