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Cresson is a hotspot for train enthusiasts
Cresson is a small, rural Cambria County borough situated in the Allegheny Mountains. In 1881, the Mountainhouse Hotel opened next to the nearby Pennsylvania Railroad station with the hope of attracting Pittsburgh and Johnstown residents looking for a getaway destination. The hotel was demolished in 1916 and development in the area slowed down. Today, the population is just over 1,500 people and a different hotel makes the area notable. The Station Inn, which opened in 1993, is a railroad-themed bed and breakfast that attracts train enthusiasts. The hotel sits along Norfolk Southern’s triple track Pittsburgh line, which sees as many as 60 trains go by each day. “People come from all over the country to sit on the big porch and watch the trains,” says Lisa Hess, a Realtor with Lang Real Estate, who’s been selling homes in the area for nearly a decade. Cresson’s small-town vibes and secluded nature attract homebuyers looking for a more private community close to major cities and highways. “It’s a great town to live in, everything you need is right here,” says Hess.
Cresson is a small, rural Cambria County borough situated in the Allegheny Mountains.
Cresson’s small-town vibes attract homebuyers looking for a more private community.
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Ranch-style homes starting in the $100,000s
Homes in central Cresson are arranged on gridded streets with smaller yards, while houses on the outskirts of town are spaced apart with lot sizes going up to 60 acres. The area primarily features two- to three-bedroom ranch-style and colonial homes built between the 1920s and 1970s. Homes away from the town’s center are set farther back from the road with long driveways, while many homes close to Cresson’s center rely on street parking. Central Cresson homes typically sell for $100,000 to $200,000, while houses on the outskirts go for $150,000 to $300,000. There are also a few two-bedroom townhouses in the area that range from $50,000 to $75,000. “The home prices are comparable to the surrounding area, but the taxes are less,” adds Hess. The CAP Index gives Cresson a crime score of 3 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
Homes on the outskirts of Cresson are spaced apart with large size lots.
Homes away from the town’s center are set farther back from the road in Cresson.
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Shopping and dining along Admiral Peary Highway
Along Admiral Peary Highway, Cresson Springs is a local staple that’s been serving breakfast and American classics in the borough since 1985. “Their pies are to die for, it’s all homemade food,” says Hess. There’s also a Shop ‘n Save and a Rite Aid for the essentials. Further north up Front Street, locals can also eat at Vito’s, which offers pizza and other Italian dishes. Residents can find additional shopping 11 miles north in Altoona.
Cresson Springs is a local staple restaurant that’s been serving breakfast since 1985.
Along Admiral Peary Highway there's Shop 'n Save for the essentials.
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Watching the trains go by at Cresson Railroad Park
Cresson Railroad Park is a popular train-watching area with shaded benches and decommissioned train cars on display. Kids can also explore Cresson Township Veterans Park’s unique, artistically themed playground. Spanning over 50 miles through Cambria County, Ghost Town Trail is a hiking and biking path that runs along former railroad tracks. The trail can be accessed along Rowena Drive in the nearby borough of Ebensburg.
Cresson Railroad Park is a popular train-watching area with decommissioned train cars.
Kids can also explore Cresson Township Veterans Park’s unique, artistically themed playground.
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Vocational and technical programs through Penn Cambria High
Students may start at Penn Cambria Pre-Primary, which gets a C-plus from Niche, for kindergarten, before going to Penn Cambria Primary, which also receives a C-plus, for first and second grade. Penn Cambria Intermediate serves grades three and four with a C-plus, and Penn Cambria Middle serves fifth through eighth grades with a C-plus as well. Penn Cambria High earns a B-minus and is partnered with the Admiral Peary Vocational Technical School, which provides students with hands-on experience in fields including automotive technology, horticulture and welding. Mount Aloysius College, a private, Catholic liberal arts school, is located on a 193-acre campus along Admiral Peary Highway.
Commuting to Johnstown and Pittsburgh
Because of its layout, Cresson is mostly car-dependent. U.S. Route 22 is just south of downtown and runs from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Newark, New Jersey. Commuters can head 20 miles south to Johnstown and 75 miles west to Pittsburgh. The closest major airport is Pittsburgh International, located 86 miles west.
U.S. Route 22 is just south of downtown and runs from Cincinnati to Newark.
Because of its layout, Cresson is mostly car-dependent.
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Important to Know
Residents can expect ambient train noise because of Cresson’s proximity to Norfolk Southern’s triple track, the Pittsburgh line.
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On average, homes in Cresson, Cresson Township sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cresson, Cresson Township over the last 12 months is $140,484, down 24% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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