Why We Invested in Downtown State College

In downtown State College, the skyline is waking up. Among the cranes rising from the concrete, one stands for more than construction, it stands for momentum. The Nittany Residence Club, a nine-story condominium-hotel, has already sold over one-third of its 70 units—two years before opening. The question is: why so fast?

Downtown State College Real Estate Is the New Oceanfront

In State College, what you hear isn’t waves crashing, it’s the roar of over 108,000 fans at Beaver Stadium, the energy of nearly 50,000 returning students, and alumni who aren’t merely visiting, they’re investing. With cranes set to rise this October, more than one-third of the 70 units at the Nittany Residence Club are already under contract, clear evidence that the market is speaking. Real dollars are validating demand for downtown living. 

Penn State Recent Grad takes the Road Less Traveled

Just a few months ago, I stood at the same fork in the road that every soon-to-graduate engineering student eventually faces: take the safe job with steady pay and benefits—or roll the dice on something riskier, less defined, and potentially way more fulfilling.
I chose “the gamble”. And I’ve never been happier.

Penn State Alumni Developers Lead Downtown State College’s Most Ambitious Real Estate Project

Downtown State College is transforming—and at the forefront is a visionary project shaped by those who know Happy Valley best: Penn State alumni.
Introducing The Nittany Residence Club, a luxurious nine-story condominium-hotel now rising at 321 West Beaver Avenue. Designed by Penn Staters, for Penn Staters, this development blends high-end living with deep community roots—and offers a glimpse of the next chapter for one of the most iconic college towns in America.

The Quiet Real Estate Gold Rush: Why Penn Staters Are Snapping Up These Hidden Gems

If you’ve been watching the real estate market in and around State College, you might’ve noticed a quiet trend. Certain properties —— are getting snapped up quickly. And the buyers?  More often than not, they’re Penn State alumni and parents who know exactly what they’re looking for—quality of life!   Is this not the greatest place to live, work and PLAY!

Why Did You Move to Happy Valley? Hear the Honest Truth from Industry Transplants

Image: Fabbaloo Happy Valley may be Industry 4.0’s premier destination, but that’s not the only appeal. The region is rich in opportunities for entrepreneurs and an ecosystem that supports innovation. It also has a unique quality of life, with gorgeous natural surroundings and a vibrant cultural scene that makes it an ideal region to discover […]

6 Reasons Happy Valley is a Startup & Relocation Dream Spot

Why Businesses are Flocking Here As home to Penn State University and Innovation Park, Happy Valley is an ideal locale for startups or business relocation. Its small-town feel mixed with big-city opportunities makes it a dream spot for businesses at any stage. Those who’ve relocated here have found the move to be richly rewarding, benefitting […]

Top 5 Reasons We Love to Work in Happy Valley

It’s no secret that when it comes to small towns, State College is a “Best Of” shoo-in – just ask USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Time, Forbes, and National Geographic. We consistently top the charts for safest, happiest, and smartest towns in America, and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re looking to enter […]