Between bustling residential neighborhoods, you’ll find great schools, community parks, and a wide variety of local eateries in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Penn State Altoona is a private university and staple to the Altoona community, as is the Altoona Area School District. This public school district offers Mansion Park, complete with baseball and football fields, as well as tennis and basketball courts. In fact, their football stadium has long been recognized as one of the finest athletic complexes in the state.

Altoona has a longstanding history on the railroads, commemorated by the Railroaders Memorial Museum. This historical site remembers and shares the impact that railroaders and their families had on American life and the railroad industry. Located roughly between Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania’s capital city, Harrisburg, Altoona offers residents affordable apartment and condo rentals, as well as a welcoming, family-friendly community.