Bellefonte, PA 45 Apartments for Rent

Not too many towns in the United States can boast to having been the home of a total of seven governors like Bellefonte can. If becoming governor of Pennsylvania or any other state is on your bucket list then it may be wise to pack up your bags and take residency in Bellefonte.

Bellefonte is a borough in Centre County, Pennsylvania. In 2010, the town's population was estimated at 6,187; however, this number is expected to have grown in the last three years. Named after a local natural spring, Bellefonte is known for having many of the finest and best examples of Victorian architecture in the U.S. Settled in 1795, Bellefonte has gone from only having one house and crossroad to being a popular suburb of State College, PA.

Moving to Bellefonte

Most of the homes in Bellefonte are owned, not rented. What does this mean for someone who is looking to rent? We are not going to lie to you, it may be a bit of an uphill battle to find an apartment to rent in Bellefonte. However, because it is located just 12 miles from State College, Bellefonte does have a growing rental market that may allow new residents to find a home for rent. Because Bellefonte is in a desirable area of Pennsylvania, home prices tend to be a little bit higher than the rest of state. However, don't let this be a bummer because the town is continuing to grow.

Moving to Bellefonte is all about timing, look for homes to go on the market in late spring and early fall for the most options. Searching for a home is exciting, but it can also be exhausting. Be sure to keep an open mind while searching for homes and when looking for places to live in Bellefonte. Because it is a tight market you may have to settle for a less than perfect house rent, but remember that you can always make improvements to make it your ideal property.

Neighborhoods in Bellefonte

Given that Bellefonte is such a small community, it offers little in the way of defined neighborhoods. As a result, you won't find homes that are specifically located in individual neighborhoods. Furthermore, because Bellefonte only encompasses 1.8 miles, you really can't go wrong with a home in any area of the borough. Many residents like to stay close to Route 560/Zion Road because it is the main stretch of road to State College and larger nearby towns. Look for a home for rent or places to live in Bellefonte along E Cherry Lane or E Logan St.

Living in Bellefonte

Although it may be a small village, Bellefonte does offer a few things to keep you entertained. The nearby Tallyrand Park is a haven for nature lover's and offers many acres of pristine land for mountain biking, hiking and walking. After a long walk through the park, be sure to stop at the Cafe on the Park for some traditional and delicious American cuisine. Because it is only a 20 minute drive from State College, many residents live in Bellefonte, but have their fun in State College.