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  • Join Us for an After-Hours Open House this Thursday Evening

    Join Us for an After-Hours Open House this Thursday Evening

    A collage featuring two Craftsman-style homes with two-car garages, a townhome with a one-car garage, and an interior view of a modern kitchen with white cabinetry and an open layout.Are you in search of a new home? We’ve got you covered with our Thursday evening open house in State College and Pleasant Gap! We’re showcasing THREE stunning move-in-ready homes that you can explore from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, offering a relaxed after-hours experience that fits your busy schedule.

    Open House Details:  

    Date:  Thursday, September 26

    Time:  5:00 – 7:00 PM

    Location:  Honors Crossing II in State College, Village at Canterbury in State College, and Steeplechase Townhomes in Pleasant Gap. 

     

     

    Honors Crossing II | 244 Beaumanor Road, State College, PA 16803  | $689,900 

    Homesite 223:  The Crestmont / 4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths / 2,422 Sq. Ft.

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    Located in the sought-after Honors Crossing II community, this Crestmont C model offers luxurious living just 2 miles  from Beaver Stadium. The community is surrounded by nature, including biking and walking trails, and features an outdoor pool, clubhouse, fitness center, and playground. Nearby shopping and dining at Colonnade Way offer added convenience.

    Inside, you’ll find an open layout with 9-foot ceilings, making the main level feel spacious. The morning room is a perfect spot for entertaining, while the kitchen is a chef’s dream with quartz countertops, upgraded cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. The family room’s gas fireplace, complete with a raised hearth and stone surround, adds a cozy feel.

    Upstairs, the owner’s suite offers a spa-like retreat with a soaking tub, dual vanities, and a custom tile shower. The unfinished basement provides plenty of future potential for expansion. Don’t miss the chance to visit during our after-hours open house to experience this home firsthand!

     

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    Village at Canterbury | 128 Sussex Drive State College, PA 16801 | $599,900 

    Homesite 42 :  3 Bedrooms /  2 Baths / 1,971 Sq. Ft.

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    Experience luxury living at its finest in this Chatham model, located in the prestigious Village at Canterbury that boasts stunning views of Mt. Nittany and the Centre Hills Golf Course. The main floor features 9-foot ceilings and a well-designed kitchen with quartz countertops, upgraded cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. 

    The spacious deck off the kitchen offers the perfect spot for outdoor relaxation. The first-floor Owner’s Suite provides a private retreat with a custom tile shower and elegant finishes. You’ll also find a gas fireplace in the family room and hardwood flooring throughout the common areas.

    With lawn care and snow removal services included, you can enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle while living in style. Visit our after hours open house to explore the community and see why this home is perfect for you!

     

     

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    Steeplechase Townhomes | 151 Highpoint Park Drive, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823 | $349,900 

    Homesite 124 :  3 Bedrooms /  2.5 Baths / 1,496 Sq. Ft.

    A collage featuring a townhome exterior with a one-car garage, alongside interior images of a modern kitchen with a large island and seating, an open living area, and a bathroom with dual sinks and a walk-in shower.

    This modern end-unit Steadfield townhome is located in Steeplechase, just 5 minutes from I-99 and a short drive to downtown Bellefonte. Penn State University is only 10-15 minutes away, offering an unbeatable location.

    The home’s open-concept layout includes a luxury kitchen with quartz countertops, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The main level features durable vinyl plank flooring, while LED lighting throughout gives the home a modern touch. The upstairs Owner’s Suite includes a private bath, and the unfinished basement offers future potential with a walk-out door and natural light.

    Steeplechase provides easy living with low-maintenance features like a one-car garage, gas heat, and central air. Come by our after-hours open house to see how this home perfectly combines convenience and style.

     

     

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    Can’t Make it to the Open House? Try a Self-Guided Tour! 

    Busy this week? No problem! With our on-demand, self-guided tour technology powered by UTour, you can explore our move-in ready homes on your schedule – day or night. Just create an account and we’ll send you a code for secure access. Schedule your self-guided tour today!

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    Explore All Quick Move-in Homes: 

    S&A Homes has a wide selection of quick move-in homes throughout the Bellefonte and State College, PA areas.  To see a complete list, click here:

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    Have Questions?  Ask Jason & Brandy! 

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    Our Online Sales team, Jason and Brandy, is available seven days a week to answer any questions. We look forward to helping you with your new home search!

    Call or Text:  814-247-0065

    Email: newhomesales@sahomebuilder.com

  • Open House Event this Weekend in State College

    Open House Event this Weekend in State College

    Top left: A row of new townhouses with stone accents and white garages. Top right: A detached house with a gabled roof and a double garage. Bottom left: Interior view of a kitchen with modern appliances and a window. Bottom right: Open-plan living space with a stone fireplace and hardwood floors.

    Join us for an open house event this weekend at two of our premier State College, PA communities! Tour a beautifully appointed single-story Chatham in the Village at Canterbury and a luxurious Monticello townhome in Canterbury Ridge. Each home boasts high-end finishes, a prime location just 3.5 miles from downtown State College and Beaver Stadium, proximity to Centre Hills Golf Course, and stunning views of Mt. Nittany. Take advantage of this opportunity to find your dream home in an unbeatable setting!

    Open House Details:  

    Date:  Saturday and Sunday, April 13 and 14

    Time:  Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm  | Sunday 12:00 pm-2:00 pm

     

    Canterbury Ridge | 527 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA 16801  | $454,900 

    Homesite 133:  The Monticello / 3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths / 1,977 Sq. Ft.

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    Experience the charm of Canterbury Ridge, offering low-maintenance living and gorgeous views of Mt. Nittany. Enjoy the convenience and beauty of this prime location, perfect for those seeking a serene yet connected lifestyle.

    This Monticello townhome is a testament to modern luxury, featuring 9-foot ceilings on the main level and an upgraded kitchen equipped with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and a center island with an overhang. Stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, microwave, and dishwasher, complete this chef’s kitchen. Adjacent to the kitchen, a 10×12 deck provides a lovely outdoor dining and relaxation space and unobstructed views of Mt. Nittany.

    The elegance continues with hardwood flooring throughout the main level and oak stairs leading to the second floor. The owner’s suite offers a spa-like retreat featuring a luxurious bathroom with ceramic tile flooring, upgraded cabinetry, granite countertops, and a shower with ceramic tile walls, a niche, and a glass door. Ceramic tile also adorns the full baths and second-floor laundry, adding style and practicality.

    Downstairs, an unfinished walk-out basement with 9-foot walls offers potential for future customization, adding value and versatility to the home. Additional amenities include gas heat with air conditioning, a garage door opener, and upgraded light fixtures and faucets, ensuring every detail contributes to a luxurious living experience.

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    Village at Canterbury | 128 Sussex Drive State College, PA 16801 | $619,900 

    Homesite 42 :  3 Bedrooms /  2 Baths / 1,971 Sq. Ft.

    Ranch home exterior with gabled roof, open kitchen with a large island, and a spacious living room with a stone fireplace.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Welcome to your new home in The Village at Canterbury, a premier golf course community that epitomizes luxury living with its Craftsman-style architecture and stunning views of Mt. Nittany and the Centre Hills Golf Course. This meticulously designed Chatham plan features a first-floor owner’s suite, offering unparalleled comfort and elegance.

    The main level boasts 9-foot ceilings and includes a state-of-the-art kitchen with quartz countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, and upgraded cabinetry with undercabinet lighting. A large center island and stainless steel appliances enhance this modern culinary space. Adjacent to the kitchen, the spacious 22′ x 12′ composite deck offers the perfect spot for outdoor relaxation.

    Flooring choices reflect each area’s function and style, featuring hardwood in common areas, carpet in the owner’s bedroom, and ceramic tile in the laundry and bathrooms. The owner’s bath is luxurious, showcasing a site-built ceramic tile shower with a decorative niche and glass door.

    Additional features enrich the home further, including a custom inset gas fireplace with stone surround in the family room.  The main-level laundry room, outfitted with quartz countertops, offers convenience. An oak staircase with Arts and Crafts railing leads to an expansive unfinished basement, ready for future customization. Upgraded fixtures and trim throughout add sophistication.

    Moreover, the community provides the convenience of included lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal. This low-maintenance lifestyle, designed to give you more time to enjoy the luxury living at Village at Canterbury, makes it a top choice for those seeking luxury living in State College.

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    Self-Touring Options are Available! 

    Are you unavailable to attend the open house this weekend in State College, PA? With our on-demand, self-guided tour technology powered by UTour, you can visit our quick move-in homes on your schedule – day or night. Schedule a self-guided tour today!

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    Explore All Quick Move-in Homes: 

    S&A Homes has a wide selection of quick move-in homes in State College, PA. To see a complete list, click here:

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    Have Questions?  Ask Jason & Brandy! 

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    Our Online Sales team, Jason and Brandy, is available seven days a week to answer any questions. We look forward to helping you with your new home search!

    Call or Text:  814-247-0065

    Email: newhomesales@sahomebuilder.com

  • Holiday Events Near S&A Homes’ Communities

    Holiday Events Near S&A Homes’ Communities

    Holiday Lights on the Lake at Altoona

    The holiday season is the best time to start new traditions with loved ones! Whether it’s venturing through a holiday light display or attending a local winter event, having traditions during the coziest time of year makes the season bright.

    Our S&A Homes team has curated a list of magical events and attractions to get your entire family in the festive mood! 

    Holiday Lights on the Lake at Altoona

    Holiday Lights on the Lake at Altoona

    From now through January 8, experience Holiday Lights on the Lake at Altoona from the comfort of your vehicle! For 26 years, this incredible display has been a family favorite and is considered one of the most beautiful holiday light displays in the area. With over 50 acres of land illuminated by more than 1 million lights, this exciting attraction is sure to boost everyone’s holiday spirit.

    Visitors can also stop by Santa’s gift shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, holiday decorations and tree ornaments. Delicious baked goods and homemade crafts are on display for adults, while special treats and visits with Santa are available for the kids! 

    For more information on dates, hours of operation and pricing, visit www.lakemontparkfun.com.

    Festival of Trees

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    Presented by the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology, the Festival of Trees will take place on December 9 through 11 as part of the Bellefonte Victorian Christmas event. This community event transforms the Central Pennsylvania Institute into a winter wonderland featuring more than 60 beautifully decorated trees, a poinsettia sale, a holiday scavenger hunt, letters to Santa, basket raffles, live music, tree competitions and so much more!

    A free shuttle will be provided with pick-up locations at Bellefonte High School and on the diamond. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 years old and under. For more information on the Festival of Trees event, visit www.bellefontevictorianchristmas.com.

    Volvo Holiday Lights Drive-Thru

    Spend time with the Volvo family this holiday season at the Volvo Holiday Lights Drive-Thru! Starting December 8 through 11 from 6 to 8 p.m., experience a light display like no other at the Volvo Construction Equipment. This unique attraction showcases construction equipment wrapped in colorful displays of holiday lights that all ages can enjoy!

    For more information on this fun event, visit www.visitcumberlandvalley.com.

    A Christmas Carol at the Majestic Theater

    A Christmas CarolEnjoy a night at the theater with your nearest and dearest! A multitude of talented actors, dancers and singers are bringing to life the holiday classic of A Christmas Carol at the Gettysburg College Majestic Theater. Evoking emotions of true magic and holiday cheer, this heart-warming show provides music and laughter that the entire family will appreciate. 

    For show dates, times, pricing and more visit www.gettysburgmajestic.com.

    Winter Market in Downtown Bellefonte

    Shop under the lights at the downtown Bellefonte Winter Market! On December 11 from 12 to 4 p.m., enjoy a European-style, open-air market located in Talleyrand Park near the gazebo. The Winter Market will feature close to 70 local artisan vendors, food trucks, craft beverage vendors, story-time and crafts for kids and a warming tent for when you get chilly! 

    For additional information on the Winter Market in downtown Bellefonte, visit www.statecollege.com.

    Which holiday event located near your S&A home are you going to attend this season? 

    Contact us to discover new home opportunities from S&A Homes across Central and South-Central Pennsylvania or visit one of our new home communities today!

  • New State College Townhomes Coming Soon at Canterbury Ridge by S&A Homes

    3-story Alexendria Townhome front exterior renderingA brand new townhome community is coming soon to State College! Canterbury Ridge by S&A Homes offers stunning views of Mt. Nittany and the Centre Hills Golf Course and a low-maintenance lifestyle in a prime location just 3.5 miles from Penn State and downtown State College. (more…)

  • S&A Homes Partners with UTour for Self-Guided Tours

    UTour self-guided toursDelivering on its mission to constantly Build Forward, S&A Homes recently partnered with UTour, an on-demand interactive self-tour experience for homebuyers. This new technology allows home shoppers to visit and tour model or inventory homes on their own time after normal sales hours. (more…)

  • New Townhome Design Coming Soon at Canterbury Ridge

    3-story Alexendria Townhome front exterior renderingS&A Homes is proud to offer a variety of floor plan options to accommodate families of all sizes, and a new townhome design is coming soon to Canterbury Ridge in State College! The three-story Alexandria townhome offers a thoughtful, open-concept layout with uptown-inspired features, an array of personalization options and included eHome technology exclusively from S&A Homes. (more…)

  • Reasons to Call State College, Pennsylvania Home

    Reasons to Call State College, Pennsylvania HomeHome of the Penn State Nittany Lions, State College is an excellent place to call home for several reasons. While the area is known for being a college town filled with students in blue and white jerseys, the area is also a diverse and vibrant community ideal for families seeking a place where they can truly live, work and play. (more…)

  • New Model Home Now Open at Kingston Village in State College

    New Model Home Now Open at Kingston Village in State CollegeLocal Pennsylvania home builder S&A Homes is excited to announce the decorated Hartsfield model home is now open at its new State College community Kingston Village. Priced from $384,900, Kingston Village features multi-family, low-maintenance homes set in the award-winning State College school district. (more…)

  • Advantages of Townhome, Carriage Home Living

    Advantages of Townhome, Carriage Home LivingConvenience, a low-maintenance lifestyle and a feeling of community are just a few of the reasons homebuyers opt for townhome or carriage home living. If you’re on the fence about what home style is right for you, check out our top reasons for living in an attached-unit home: (more…)

  • Featured Community: Village at Canterbury in State College

    Featured Community: Village at Canterbury in State CollegeHomebuyers seeking an unbeatable lifestyle in the heart of State College should look no further than Village at Canterbury. Not only does this charming community of single-family homes offer breathtaking golf course views, but residents also enjoy maintenance-free living and convenience to Boalsburg and State College. (more…)