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This 1888 Judge Walker House in Bellefonte, PA Is a Historic Victorian With a Wraparound Porch — Listed at $265,000
At 337 E Linn St in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, an 1888 Victorian historically known as the Judge Walker House is listed at $265,000. Zillow’s facts show 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2,062 square feet and a 0.27-acre lot. The listing places the house in the Bellefonte Historic District and a National Register Historic District, and calls out a traditional wraparound front porch.
This is not a plain “for sale” listing. Zillow displays it as a judicial foreclosure / real-estate-owned (REO) property, even though it appeared among For Sale results. It is being sold as-is, with no warranties expressed or implied. The copy says some repairs and updates are needed, particularly to the exterior, and the street photo shows missing or damaged siding on the front gable.
When checked on Nov. 14, 2026, Zillow showed 3,237 views and 264 saves after 11 days — interest figures, nothing more. Facts & Features list a date on market of Nov. 3, 2026.
Quick Look: The Listing Details
| Address | 337 E Linn St, Bellefonte, PA 16823 |
| List price | $265,000 |
| Status | Active Zillow foreclosure / REO listing (judicial); sold as-is |
| Year built / style | 1888, Victorian; historically the Judge Walker House, per the listing |
| Bedrooms / bathrooms | 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms |
| Interior | 2,062 sq ft |
| Lot | 0.27 acres |
| Parking | Detached two-car garage (360 sq ft), per the listing |
| Heat / cooling | Hot-water natural-gas heat; no cooling/AC listed |
| Water / sewer | Public water and sewer, per the listing |
| HOA | No, per Facts & Features |
| Zestimate | Unavailable when checked |
| Taxes shown | Assessed $52,005; annual amount $4,387 |
A Wraparound Porch in Historic Bellefonte
Bellefonte’s downtown shops and restaurants are the location pitch in the listing, not a walk-time we measured. The house sits on a level 0.27-acre lot, with a rear deck (storage underneath), a detached two-car garage, stick-built construction and a stone foundation.
Because the listing places the property in historic districts, exterior work may need reviews a house outside a district would not. An as-is REO with visible exterior damage is a project until an inspector and a contractor say otherwise. Confirm title, foreclosure status and current availability first.
Inside: Formal Rooms, Fireplaces and an Attic to Evaluate
The listing describes multiple living rooms or dens, three fireplaces, a full unfinished basement, and a third-floor attic divided into multiple rooms, floated as possible living space or bedrooms “subject to any necessary approvals.” Do not assume the attic already counts in the four-bedroom total, or that a conversion is automatic.
The rooms in this article show hardwood floors, stained-glass transoms, radiators, a wood stair and formal fireplaces — and wear, including scuffed floors in a rear room and a kitchen that looks functional rather than remodeled. Facts & Features list hot-water natural-gas heat and do not list central air. Walk the heat, radiators, flues and electrical service with an inspector.
Bedrooms, the attic, the basement and the garage may appear later in the 33-photo gallery. Ask the agent for a complete tour.
Price History
The current ask observed on Nov. 14, 2026, is $265,000. Zillow’s price-history table did not show a current MLS listing event for that ask when checked. Public-record rows show the address sold for $119,000 on April 24, 2026 and sold for $232,000 on Oct. 8, 2004. Zillow displays a −48.7% figure on the 2026 sale relative to the earlier recorded sale. We are reporting those rows as displayed, not treating $119,000 as this list price.
Estimated Monthly Mortgage Payment (Illustration Only)
This is an illustration, not a quote, and it does not include renovation costs. We used a purchase price of $265,000; a conventional 20% down payment of $53,000; a loan of $212,000; a 30-year fixed term; and an example rate of 7.11% — the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey average for the week of Nov. 12, 2026, for conventional conforming loans with 20% down and excellent credit. Do not treat 7.11% as an offer.
What that example comes to
Under those assumptions, principal and interest would be about $1,426 a month. Adding the annual tax amount shown on Zillow — $4,387, or about $366 a month — would bring a rough principal-interest-and-tax sketch to about $1,792 a month, still before insurance and any repair escrow.
FHA 203(k) Renovation Loans — and Other Financing
A $212,000 purchase loan would sit well under the 2026 FHFA baseline conforming limit of $832,750 for a one-unit home, so size alone is not the obstacle — condition, title and occupancy are. Buyers looking at a house that needs work often ask about an FHA 203(k) renovation loan, which can wrap a purchase and eligible repairs into one FHA-insured mortgage. HUD offers Limited 203(k) for smaller jobs and Standard 203(k) for more extensive work. After the work, the property has to meet FHA minimum property standards. These loans are generally aimed at owner-occupants and include mortgage insurance.
Why this listing needs extra caution
An as-is REO with needed exterior repairs is the kind of house people shop 203(k) for, and the kind of file that can stall. Historic-district rules can delay exterior work, and lenders will want a contractor bid and a clear title path. We are not saying this address qualifies for 203(k), a standard FHA purchase loan, VA financing or a conventional loan. Do not budget a 203(k) payment without a rehab figure, because the loan would include the work. We are not inventing a repair cost.
Property Taxes in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania relies on local property taxes levied by the county, the municipality and, in most places, the school district, often the largest piece of the bill. There is no single statewide rate. A homestead exclusion may apply to a primary residence; we are not assuming this house qualifies.
Zillow shows an assessed value of $52,005 and an annual tax amount of $4,387. Tax history lists $4,310 for 2025, $4,215 for 2024 and $4,088 for 2023; we are not treating those as next year’s bill. A $265,000 purchase would sit well above the assessment shown here. Confirm a current estimate and the millage with the Centre County assessment office.
Homeowners Insurance for a Historic House
An 1888 Victorian in a historic district is a different insurance conversation from a new house. Carriers will want the age and condition of the roof, electrical, plumbing, heat and the three fireplaces; the listing does not show central air. Some insurers are cautious with older wiring, as-is properties and historic materials that cost more to replace than modern siding. We are not publishing a premium. Get written quotes before you rely on a payment sketch.
Cost of Living in Bellefonte
Bellefonte is the Centre County seat, near the State College / Penn State area, but it is its own borough with its own tax bills and housing stock. Cost-of-living indexes for Centre County do not all tell the same story, and we are not picking a single number as fact. Pennsylvania has a state income tax, and many municipalities also levy a local earned income tax. Estimate everyday costs, commuting, utilities and the renovation with current local figures.
Schools Shown on the Listing
Zillow, citing GreatSchools, shows Bellefonte Elementary School (K–5, 0.3 miles, 7/10), Bellefonte Area Middle School (6–8, 0.6 miles, 7/10) and Bellefonte Area High School (9–12, 0.8 miles, 6/10). Ratings and zones change. Confirm with the district.
Things to Verify
- Foreclosure / REO status, title, and current availability
- The as-is terms, and an inspection of the exterior (including the damaged gable), porch, roof, systems and fireplaces
- Historic-district rules for exterior repairs or an attic conversion, and whether the four-bedroom count includes the attic
- The $119,000 recorded sale on April 24, 2026, versus the current $265,000 ask
- The $4,387 tax figure versus the $52,005 assessment, and any post-sale change
- Insurance quotes, and whether conventional, FHA, 203(k) or VA financing is available
- That there is in fact no HOA, as Facts & Features state
The Bottom Line
At $265,000, 337 E Linn St is listed as the 1888 Judge Walker House: a 2,062-square-foot Victorian with four bedrooms, two baths, a wraparound porch and a 0.27-acre lot in Bellefonte’s historic district. It is also an as-is REO foreclosure that, by the listing’s own account, needs repairs and updates, especially outside. For a buyer prepared to inspect and finance a renovation, it is worth a careful look — after title, taxes, insurance and any loan path are confirmed in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the asking price, and is it a foreclosure?
The ask was $265,000 when checked on Nov. 14, 2026. Zillow displays it as a judicial foreclosure / REO, sold as-is with no warranties. Confirm status and title with the agent.
What would the monthly payment be?
A labeled illustration using 20% down, a $212,000 30-year loan and a 7.11% Freddie Mac average from the week of Nov. 12, 2026, comes to about $1,426 a month in principal and interest, before taxes, insurance and repairs. That is not a quote.
Can I use an FHA 203(k) renovation loan?
203(k) loans can wrap a purchase plus eligible repairs, but we are not saying this address qualifies. Historic-district rules, as-is REO terms and the scope of work can all affect a file. Ask a lender who handles 203(k).
How much are the property taxes?
Zillow shows $4,387 a year on an assessed value of $52,005. Tax history lists $4,310 for 2025. Confirm a current estimate with the county.
See the full listing, all photos and the latest status on Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/337-E-Linn-St-Bellefonte-PA-16823/75215346_zpid/
Listing courtesy of John Foreman, Linn Realty, as shown on Zillow. Source: Bright MLS, MLS #PACE2521132. Photos via the listing on Zillow; all rights belong to their owners.
Disclaimer: All property details, prices, measurements and photos in this article come from the public listing on Zillow at the time of writing and may change at any time. This article is for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with the seller or listing agent. Verify all information with the listing agent and through your own inspection, survey and research before making any decision.
