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12 S Chestnut St, Mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

$229,900

Home List Price

$2,730*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,385 SqFt
$166/SqFt
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12 S Chestnut St, Mechanicsburg$229,900

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$2,730*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingPaved Parking, On Street, Off Street
Year Built1900
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
BasementYes
FireplaceElectric
MLS #PACB2025956
Lot Size0.11 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 12 S Chestnut St

Original architectural Corbels that embellish the roofline have been well preserved as are larger cantilevered Corbels over Entryway. House is adjacent to Mechanicsburg's Historic District with many restored homes nearby. Enjoy tree lined streets along your walk to downtown shops and events. High ceilings and living room's Federal style, marble surround fireplace add to home's character and ambiance (missing in most flips). Room for dining in spacious Living Rm. Greywash floors. Kitchen equipped with center mobile island, SS Appliances (gas range new in past year), & room for table & chairs. A Half Bath has been started off Living Room -- with tile, wallpaper, electric and heat, no plumbing. Semi-enclosed private rear Porch off kitchen for relaxing or entertaining. All ready for you to enclose 4th side if desired. Adjacent is a 1.5 story (once Servant's Quarters) dwelling mostly used for storage but has a neat She Shed area. OR could easily become a garage if open up the side wall where it lines up directly with pavered parking area. 2nd story balcony totally rebuilt 12/22. Below that is 1st flr Rear Porch Enclosure, 12/22. All new faucets inside and out. Roof on shed house coated 2022. New plumbing pipes to tub. 2 new insulated, fire resistant entrance doors 9/23. Newer replacement windows and windows wraps. Metal roof on porch (2018) and on rear addition (2021). Reclaimed hardwood siding on rear addition & shed (2022) and porch (June 2023). Economical/ efficient hot water baseboard heat throughout. Pavered parking area adjacent to rear door. Nicely landscaped lot with cedar fencing, maple trees and perennial flower beds for a colorful show Spring, Summer, Fall. 2nd level has 3 bedrooms and an adjacent sun filled sitting Room that's also a perfect kid's playroom, office or extra sleeping area. Walk up/ stand up attic w/floor boards throughout has just been insulated to R30/R38. Thick stone walls of basement have been waterproofed. Has newer wood access stairs off rear porch. Low taxes! This home has lived large! Many family memories have filled this very light and airy home. Come make it yours! Sale contingent on seller finding suitable housing. Seller is a PA licensed REALTOR.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,385 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Howard Hanna Company-Harrisburg
  • Office Phone: (717) 920-9700
  • Listing Agent: LINDA L HARPER

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Attic, Crown Moldings, Combination Dining/Living
  • Fireplace: Electric

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Gutter System, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Paved Parking, On Street, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Level, Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Rt 641 = becomes Main St Mechanicsburg, turn onto South Chestnut St. 1st house on right. Green house, black shutters.

Municipality:

  • Mechanicsburg Boro

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $229,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $166/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,407
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Mechanicsburg, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$359.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$176

Avg. Days On Market

46

# of Sold Homes

63

12 S Chestnut St vs Mechanicsburg

169 DAYS ON ROCKET

+123 Days

$229,900

-$130K Less

$166/SqFt

-$10 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $130K less than the Median Sold Price and $10/SqFt less than other homes in Mechanicsburg, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PACB2025956

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Howard Hanna Company-Harrisburg
  • Office Phone: (717) 920-9700
  • Listing Agent: LINDA L HARPER

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$2,407$118,300
2020$2,356$118,300
2019$2,313$118,300
2018$2,277$118,300
2017$2,187$118,300

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10

  • Northside Elementary School

  • 411 N Walnut St

  • 0.36 miles

  • Public District Grades 1-5

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6
/10

  • Elmwood Elementary School

  • 100 E Elmwood Ave

  • 0.53 miles

  • Public District Grades 1-5

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5
/10

  • Broad Street Elementary School

  • 200 S Broad St

  • 0.89 miles

  • Public District Grades 1-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,822. Residents of Mechanicsburg, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 12 S Chestnut St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 12 S Chestnut St property is $229,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 12 S Chestnut St is a house located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, 17055.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 12 S Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,407 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 12 S Chestnut St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 12 S Chestnut St is 1,385 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 12 S Chestnut St is 1900.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Cumberland County›Mechanicsburg›17055›12 S Chestnut St

This home is located at 12 S Chestnut St in Mechanicsburg, PA and zip code 17055. This 1,385 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 12, 2023 and is currently priced at $229,900.

Mechanicsburg, PA housing market in March 2024 saw over 28 listings sold above listed price, more than 11 sold at listed price and over 24 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Mechanicsburg, PA decreased by 5.1% between February 2024 and March 2024. In March 2024 median list price was $359,991 and the average listing age was 46 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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