1527 E Caracas Ave Hershey, PA 17033
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,268
Sq Ft
10,454
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Loft
- No HOA
- Hershey Elementary School Rated A
- Corner Lot
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of May 2025Welcome to this updated Cape Cod in Derry Township on a large lot! With a fully finished basement with bathroom, kitchen, and laundry, this home could be a great rental or used as an in-law suite! Live upstairs and rent the 1 bedroom apartment in the basement! Lovely luxury vinyl plank flooring flows through the living room, dining room & kitchen. Beautiful glass pockets doors separate the living room from the kitchen and dining room. Kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, nice backsplash, granite countertops, and crown molding. You’ll love the large picture window that provides wonderful natural light. 2 main level bedrooms are separated by a nicely updated bathroom with tiled shower and a separate laundry area. Adjacent the upstairs bedroom is a spacious loft area with plenty of storage; the perfect place for an office, game room, craft room or playroom. The fully finished apartment in the basement could be great rental income! The bedroom features a huge walk in closet or can be used as office space. The bathroom features a large walk-in, tiled shower and new vinyl plank flooring. The family room opens to a fully equipped kitchen. A large laundry room with extra storage completes the basement space. Head outside to the large yard space and pavilion, the perfect spot for hosting barbecues and parties! A 2 car garage is a huge bonus! Located close to Hershey Med Center, major highways and all that Hershey has to offer! This home is a joy to own!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd License #RM421836 Listed on: 04/23/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,203
Year Built
- Built in 1947 | Remodeled in 2015
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Loft
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Hershey Primary Elementary School
- Hershey Middle School
- Hershey High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Palmdale Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 24-007-138-000-0000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Chocolat Maison Llc
Bought by
Tarr Justin Michael and Tarr Kayla Barzona
Seller's Agent
Joy Daniels
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Munsch
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
List Price
$340,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
5.88%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
142
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-77.73%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Outstanding Balance
$288,000
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$45,953
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2023
Sold by
Nguyen Trust
Bought by
Chocolat Maison Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2021
Sold by
Nguyen Lisa Ton and Nguyen Jacky Long
Bought by
Nguyen Jacky Long and Nguyen Lisa Ton
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$183,500
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2019
Closed on
Dec 12, 2019
Sold by
Demmy Erica P
Bought by
Nguyen Lisa Ton and Nguyen Jacky Long
Seller's Agent
Jeanne DeDay
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kathryn Wenger
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
List Price
$234,900
Sold Price
$234,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.58%
Original Mortgage
$176,175
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 18, 2015
Closed on
Jul 15, 2015
Sold by
Koppenheffer Dancia M
Bought by
Demmy Eric P
Seller's Agent
Danica Koppenheffer
NextHome Capital Realty
Buyer's Agent
Danica Koppenheffer
NextHome Capital Realty
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$192,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-3.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.61%
Original Mortgage
$144,468
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 7, 2013
Closed on
Sep 23, 2013
Sold by
Secretary Of Veterans Affairs
Bought by
Koppenheffer Danica M and Enck Terry M
Seller's Agent
FRED PICKARD
INNOVATIONS REALTY INC.
Buyer's Agent
Danica Koppenheffer
NextHome Capital Realty
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$82,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$62,500
-43.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
60.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2013
Sold by
Jr Lotwick Sheriff
Bought by
Secretary Of Veterans Affairs
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2003
Sold by
Funck Warren
Bought by
Mastracola Robert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,905
Interest Rate
5.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2003
Sold by
Funck Warren
Bought by
Mastracola Robert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,905
Interest Rate
5.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $360,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ravenswood Title Company Llc | |
| Deed | $234,900 | Nationwide Ttl Clearing Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $192,000 | -- | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $82,500 | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $119,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $119,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $288,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $183,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $176,175 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $144,468 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $172,633 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $113,905 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $113,905 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Sold | $360,000 | +5.9% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2025 04/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $340,000 | +44.7% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2019 12/13/19 | Sold | $234,900 | 0.0% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2019 10/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2019 10/11/19 | For Sale | $234,900 | +22.0% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2015 07/14/15 | Sold | $192,500 | -3.8% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2015 06/18/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2015 06/18/15 | For Sale | $200,000 | +142.4% | $87 / Sq Ft |
| 09/24/2013 09/24/13 | Sold | $82,500 | -43.1% | $53 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2013 08/19/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/07/2013 01/07/13 | For Sale | $145,000 | -- | $93 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,204 | $134,500 | $36,500 | $98,000 |
| 2024 | $3,951 | $134,500 | $36,500 | $98,000 |
| 2023 | $3,880 | $134,500 | $36,500 | $98,000 |
| 2022 | $3,794 | $134,500 | $36,500 | $98,000 |
| 2021 | $2,810 | $134,500 | $36,500 | $98,000 |
| 2020 | $2,810 | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2019 | $2,759 | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2018 | $2,686 | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2017 | $2,686 | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2016 | $0 | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2015 | -- | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
| 2014 | -- | $99,600 | $36,500 | $63,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joy Daniels
Seller's Agent in 2025
Joy Daniels
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
(717) 695-3177
1 in this area
1,350 Total Sales
-
Sharon Munsch
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sharon Munsch
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
(717) 599-8506
1 in this area
63 Total Sales
-
Jeanne DeDay
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jeanne DeDay
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(717) 991-6153
65 Total Sales
-
Kathryn Wenger
K
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Kathryn Wenger
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(717) 367-3051
10 Total Sales
-
Danica Koppenheffer
Seller's Agent in 2015
Danica Koppenheffer
NextHome Capital Realty
(717) 315-6489
96 Total Sales
-
F
Seller's Agent in 2013
FRED PICKARD
INNOVATIONS REALTY INC.
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADA2044438
APN: 24-007-138
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