$330,000
SOLD APR 30, 2025

243 Spring Garden St Ephrata, PA 17522

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,366 Sq Ft
0.71 Acres

Recently Sold

$139 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Solid Hardwood Flooring
  • 0.71 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2025

Charming home with amazing craftsmanship in very desirable location on Ephrata Mountain. Endless possibilites and potential to make this your showcase home. Beautiful original wood and brick. New main floor primary en-suite addition including laundry. Schedule your showing today and enjoy the lovely Spring greenery from the privacy of your rear deck that ovelooks the historic Ephrata Mountain.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Marra

Realty Mark Associates - KOP License #RS320400 Listed on: 02/20/2025

Realty Mark Associates - KOP

Last Buyer's Agent

Leah Davis

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS323313

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,203

Year Built

  • Built in 1937 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 0.71 Acre Lot
  • Adjoins Game Land
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Plaster Walls
  • Slate Roof
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,366 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Partially Furnished
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Views of Woods
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Solid Hardwood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Mobility Improvements
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ephrata Mountain Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 260-47853-0-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,203

Year Built

Built in 1937 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Mobility Improvements
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: All appliances remain and propane tank.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-02-20
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Year Renovated: 2024
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Charming home with amazing craftsmanship in very desirable location on Ephrata Mountain. Endless possibilites and potential to make this your showcase home. Beautiful original wood and brick. New main floor primary en-suite addition including laundry. Schedule your showing today and enjoy the lovely Spring greenery from the privacy of your rear deck that ovelooks the historic Ephrata Mountain.
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Laminated, Solid Hardwood, Carpet
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Vinyl Clad, Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2366
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2366
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 151.73
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2366
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 243

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Slate
  • Spa: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Private
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil, Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: EPHRATA AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397381
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Features: Adjoins - Game Land, Backs To Trees, Partly Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.71
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 30928.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4083.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5203.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 260-47853-0-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2246
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 04/30/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EPHRATA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Ervin Joseph and Ervin Joseph M
Bought by
Biesiadecki Laura A and Welsh James P
Seller's Agent
Susan Marra
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
Buyer's Agent
Leah Davis
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,900
-17.48%
Views
519

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.56%
Original Mortgage
$320,100
Outstanding Balance
$319,255
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$27,671

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2022
Closed on
Nov 30, 2022
Sold by
Grill Shirley E
Bought by
Ervin Joseph M
Seller's Agent
Roger Kline
Kingsway Realty - Ephrata
Buyer's Agent
Susan Marra
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Views
58

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.40%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $330,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $320,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold $330,000 -8.1% $139 / Sq Ft
03/30/2025 03/30/25 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2025 03/25/25 Price Changed $359,000 -5.3% $152 / Sq Ft
02/26/2025 02/26/25 Price Changed $379,000 -5.2% $160 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 For Sale $399,900 +14.3% $169 / Sq Ft
11/30/2022 11/30/22 Sold $350,000 0.0% $128 / Sq Ft
10/05/2022 10/05/22 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2022 09/27/22 For Sale $350,000 -- $128 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $5,204 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2023 $5,076 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2022 $4,859 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2021 $4,757 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2020 $4,757 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2019 $4,692 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2018 $3,551 $217,000 $61,400 $155,600
2017 $4,269 $161,300 $41,600 $119,700
2016 $4,235 $161,300 $41,600 $119,700
2015 $936 $161,300 $41,600 $119,700
2014 $3,034 $161,300 $41,600 $119,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2063804

Bright MLS

APN: 260-47853-0-0000