Michael Sleeth

05/31/2026

Welcome to 2609 Ninth Street in Altoona! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath two-story home offers classic character, generous living space, and multiple indoor/outdoor areas to enjoy. The main living room features warm wood paneling, a striking fireplace surround, and an inviting layout that flows into the dining area and kitchen. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, black appliances, gas cooking, and convenient access to the rear of the home.
A screened-in side porch adds excellent bonus living space, while the rear yard offers a fenced area, patio space, deck, and carport access. The exterior provides a welcoming front lawn, covered entry, and mature surroundings. With its traditional layout, distinctive details, and usable outdoor spaces, this property is a great opportunity for buyers looking to add their own personal touch while enjoying a home with charm and functionality.
Conveniently located near local amenities, shopping, dining, and major routes, 2609 Ninth Street is ready for its next owner.

05/29/2026

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Welcome to 2609 Ninth Street, Altoona, PA 16601 — a 3-bedroom, 1-bath two-story home with warm character and plenty of usable space inside and out. Classic Altoona charm with space, character, and potential.

From the welcoming front lawn and covered entry to the cozy fireplace, wood-paneled living room, screened-in porch, fenced outdoor area, deck, patio, and carport, this home offers so much more than a basic layout.

Inside, you’ll find a traditional floor plan with multiple gathering areas, a functional kitchen with generous cabinetry, gas cooking, and appliances already in place. Outside, the rear yard gives you room to relax, entertain, garden, or create the outdoor setup you’ve been wanting.

This is the kind of home that already has personality — now it just needs the right buyer to bring the next chapter to life.

2609 Ninth Street, Altoona, PA 16601
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05/17/2026

Welcome to 304 Curtis Street, a 3-bedroom, 1 full bathroom ranch-style home offering classic charm, functional updates, and standout mid-century details throughout. The home features a one-car attached garage, central heating and cooling, and a rear patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. Inside, the main living area showcases large front windows, warm wood trim, a fireplace, and vintage character that carries throughout the home. The dining area is highlighted by beautifully built-in cabinetry, while the kitchen offers granite countertops, LVP flooring, and convenient access to the rear patio. Original details include glass door k***s and hardwood floors believed to be preserved beneath the existing carpet. The full bathroom is a true statement space with original tile, a cast iron tub, and timeless vintage character. The basement adds even more flexibility with a finished retro entertaining area and an additional “Pittsburgh-styled” bathroom. With solid bones, original charm, HVAC, garage parking, and an inviting indoor/outdoor living space, this Philipsburg ranch offers a rare opportunity to enjoy, personalize, or restore a home with real character.

05/15/2026

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Welcome to 304 Curtis Street in Philipsburg — a 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home with a one-car attached garage, central heat and air, a rear patio for entertaining, and mid-century details that buyers are always hoping are still intact.

Inside, you’ll find large front windows, warm wood trim, glass door k***s, a fireplace, and original hardwood floors believed to be preserved under the existing s**g carpet.

But the real standout? The built-ins in the dining area. They give the home that preserved mid-century feel you cannot fake.

The kitchen has already been updated with granite countertops and LVP flooring, while the bathroom is a full vintage statement with original tile, a cast iron tub, and the kind of craftsmanship that makes this home feel special.

Downstairs, the basement adds even more space with a finished retro entertaining area and a Pittsburgh-style bathroom.

304 Curtis Street is not some bland ranch. It has personality, function, and the kind of original details that give a home soul. Keep the vintage charm, modernize it over time, or restore it into a full mid-century showpiece.

05/08/2026

A huge thank you to my team! Will Rigg General Contractor, PBCI Allen, & Cheryl Kalmbach professional cleaner. Oh, and I misspoke, we beat the neighborhood record by $119K.

05/03/2026

Welcome to 151 Ruschliffe Street, a beautifully resurrected 5-bedroom, 4-full-bath home offering exceptional space, versatility, and low-maintenance living in State College. Thoughtfully improved from top to bottom, this home has been brought back to life with a renewed interior, updated finishes, and a layout that works beautifully for everyday living, entertaining, guests, and multigenerational needs.

The first floor is one of the home’s strongest features, offering true main-level living with 9’ ceilings throughout, a spacious foyer, a bedroom and full bathroom near the front of the home, and a mudroom/laundry area conveniently located off the two-car garage. The eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring all-new GE Profile appliances, updated hardware, a two-tone cabinet design with a white island, and a bright, polished feel throughout.

Just beyond the kitchen, the main level continues with a formal dining room, a comfortable living room, and access to the back porch and patio, creating an easy flow for indoor-outdoor entertaining. The first-floor primary suite offers impressive privacy and comfort, with two large walk-in closets, a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a standing shower.

The finished lower level expands the home even further with a huge entertaining area, a bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a full bathroom, making it ideal for guests, extended living space, media room use, or recreation. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom provide separation and flexibility across three finished levels.

Additional improvements include professional interior and exterior cleaning, professionally cleaned ductwork, updated flooring, new lighting in key main-level areas, and a move-in-ready presentation throughout. The $195/month HOA includes lawn care and snow removal, offering buyers the convenience of easier exterior maintenance without sacrificing space.

Spacious, reworked, and ready for its next chapter, 151 Ruschliffe Street delivers the rare combination of first-floor living, multiple private bedroom spaces, generous entertaining areas, 9’ main-level ceilings, and a revived interior in State College.

04/29/2026

New listing in Altoona! 🏡

Welcome to 504 E Walton Avenue, a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home full of warmth, character, and classic 1950s charm.

Inside, you’ll find original hardwood floors throughout, rich dark real wood trim, thermopane windows, central air, and forced-air natural gas heat. It has that solid, timeless feel buyers love — the kind of home with real personality, not a cookie-cutter layout.

Outside, enjoy a huge backyard with plenty of room to entertain, garden, let pets play, or create your own outdoor retreat. Plus, the paved driveway offers convenient off-street parking.

If you’ve been looking for a home with charm, function, and room to make it your own, 504 E Walton Avenue deserves a look.

04/28/2026

✨ Resurrected, reworked, and ready for its next chapter in State College.

151 Ruschliffe Street is not just a home that got a quick refresh — this one was brought back to life.

This spacious 5-bedroom, 4-full-bath home offers true first-floor living with 9' ceilings throughout the main level, a first-floor primary suite, an additional first-floor bedroom and full bath, first-floor laundry/mudroom off the 2-car garage, and a layout that actually works for real life.

The eat-in kitchen shines with all-new GE Profile appliances, updated finishes, and a two-tone cabinet design with a white island that anchors the space beautifully. From there, the home flows into the formal dining room, living room, back porch, and patio — perfect for everyday living, entertaining, or hosting family and friends.

The first-floor primary suite features two large walk-in closets, a double vanity, soaking tub, and standing shower. Upstairs offers 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath, while the finished lower level adds a huge entertaining area, another bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a full bathroom.

Professionally cleaned inside and out, with professionally cleaned ductwork, updated flooring, fresh paint throughout, and thoughtful improvements from top to bottom — this home is ready.

And the best part? The $195/month HOA includes lawn care and snow removal.

📍151 Ruschliffe Street, State College
5 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 2-Car Garage | First-Floor Living

This is the kind of home that does not come back quietly.

MLS # PACE2518686 - Welcome to 151 Ruschliffe Street, a beautifully resurrected 5-bedroom, 4-full-bath home offering exceptional space, versatility, and low-maintenance living in State College. Thou...

03/27/2026

Sold in 1 week.

Let that sink in.

This same property sat on the market for forever with another agent…
price reductions, no traction, zero urgency.

We didn’t “get lucky.”
We repositioned the asset.

Strategic price point.
Targeted exposure.
Controlled demand.

And when you do that right?
You don’t chase buyers… buyers compete.

Here’s the reality most agents won’t say:

👉 If your home isn’t getting attention in the first 7–14 days, the market has already spoken.

After that, you’re just reacting.

This is the difference between
Listing a home and selling a home.

If you’re even thinking about selling—or your property has been sitting—
You need a real strategy, not guesswork.

📲 Or keep doing price reductions and hoping for the best. Your call.

02/13/2026

For Rent: 1026 N Atherton Street. Discover the perfect blend of modern living and convenience in this meticulously remodeled duplex located just moments from Penn State University. Each side of the duplex is permitted for 3 unrelated occupants. Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Each side of this duplex is priced at $2,800 per month. Leases are available from August 2026 through July 2027. Renewal lease will be considered.

Inside, you’ll find no detail overlooked—every aspect of these units has been upgraded to create a fresh, contemporary atmosphere. Enjoy the benefits of ductless mini-splits, providing customizable climate control with three distinct zones in each unit for optimal comfort in every season. The heart of each home features soft-close cabinetry, beautiful granite countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances, ensuring both style and functionality in the kitchen. With in-unit washer and dryer facilities, laundry day has never been more convenient.

The duplex boasts brand-new flooring throughout and fully upgraded bathrooms that deliver a spa-like retreat. Tenants will appreciate the ease of managing electricity, internet, and TV services independently.

Looking for space to unwind? Take advantage of the free onsite parking, and don’t miss the exterior fire pit with Adirondack chairs—perfect for gathering friends during State College’s many events. An onsite storage shed is also available for added convenience at an extra fee.

Location is key! This property is ideally situated close to PSU, with a CATA bus stop just steps away, ensuring effortless commuting for students, families & other professionals.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to secure a beautifully remodeled living space in one of State College’s most sought-after areas. Schedule your showing today!

Michael Sleeth, REALTOR® (RS333139)
Howard Hanna Bardell Realty (RO302244)
iPhone: (814) 932-1886
Office: (814) 313-4111