NOT LISTED FOR SALE

257 Brick Mill Rd Christiana, PA 17509

Estimated Value: $398,000 - $496,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,395 Sq Ft
$317/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 27, 2023

Last sale price $377,500 $271 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,823/month

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Rambler Architecture
  • 3.1 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of December 2023

Tranquil setting, hunter's perch, quiet nature sounds, peace. If you're looking for hustle and bustle, don't bother to continue reading. The further you drive off of Rt 896, the more you realize the treasure that's tucked up in the woods. Setting on the side a a hill, this home is ideally designed as a two story that you need to see, to understand the space. Walk into the large foyer that leads into the great room and lower level.
In the great room, we're drawn to the triple set of slider windows that just want to take you right outside to the deck with new Trex and sleek black railing to overlook the property and wooded area Furniture can stay tucked under the overhang of the house roof, so the weather has little influence. If you stayed inside, we turn to see the floor to ceiling brick wall surrounding the fireplace, flanked by built in book cases. The shelves that give place for treasures are lit by track lighting. To the side is the dining area with vaulted ceiling, that opens to the kitchen. The most loved room by the current owner, this is a bright space to work, fellowship and be. Skylights and windows flood the kitchen with natural light, you may not need the hanging pendulum lights to lighten the freshly painted cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Add stools to the island and you might spend the day, right in the kitchen. Along the hall way there is pantry, broom closet, coat closet and linen storage. Past the foyer is the Primary bedroom with a dressing area that has built in drawers and closet area plus a private entrance to the full bath, new vanity with the soft close doors and new flooring that extends from the bedroom. Look up at the skylight that replicates a fish bowl.
The back half of the house has vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. You'll see that as soon as you walk into the bright foyer. There's new flooring, the sidelights and new light offer a well lit direction, to head to the lower level.
The greeting to the lower level is by more brick, with a repurposed mantle and a propane insert waiting for the next owner to hook up. This level has a spacious family room and slider door to the deck with porch swing. At this house, the outdoors continues to welcome you. This level has two bedrooms, both freshly painted and window coverings stay. The full bath has a new toilet.
The utility room has access to the second flue to the chimney, the AC unit also serves as a heat source minimizing oil cost. The room is also the laundry and has a walk out door to the back patio.
Sure, head down the path to the fire pit, where life comes to a stand still and simple pleasures like reminiscing take over.
If tinkering and doing, are more your style, there is the two car garage with skylights and a new door, to either park vehicles or organize tools along the ceiling height peg board on two walls and the work bench on the other. With attention, there is room to turn vehicles around and bring others to enjoy the solitude of the property. New gutters and guards eliminate the maintenance factor for the roof. The three acres buffers from the busyness beyond it's borders. Step into what you have been waiting for. Peace.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Charlene Ranck

(717) 201-0238 charlene@hostetterrealty.com Hostetter Realty License #RS279988 Listed on: 09/21/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Kat Richter

(717) 598-4222 katrichter@kw.com Keller Williams Elite

Keller Williams Elite

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,938

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 3.1 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Private Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Utility Room
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Accessible Home Design

  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mountainous Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 550-27585-0-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,938

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: freezer, leased propane tank
  • Inclusions: Propane Insert
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Great Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Walkout Level, Daylight, Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1395
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1395
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 386.93
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 995
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 400
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric, Wood
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Mountainous, Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 135036.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Excellent
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 550-27585-0-0000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: OCTORARA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2016
Sold by
Copeland Denyce R and Tober Frank T
Bought by
Tober Denyce R and Tober Frank T
Current Estimated Value
$441,529

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2015
Closed on
May 31, 2016
Sold by
Reynolds William S
Bought by
Copeland Denyce R and Tober Frank T
Seller's Agent
Steve Barr
Barr Realty Inc.
List Price
$264,900
Sold Price
$229,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,900
-13.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.18%
Original Mortgage
$183,200
Outstanding Balance
$145,902
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
$295,627

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2013
Closed on
Feb 7, 2014
Sold by
Reynolds William S and Reynolds Pamela J
Bought by
Reynolds William S
Seller's Agent
Jeff Peters
RE/MAX Evolved
Buyer's Agent
Christine Storms
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.60%
Original Mortgage
$245,471
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2013
Closed on
Jan 9, 2014
Sold by
Parsons Joshua G and Parsons Christina M
Bought by
Reynolds William S and Reynolds Pamela J
Seller's Agent
Jeff Peters
RE/MAX Evolved
Buyer's Agent
Christine Storms
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$245,471
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2009
Sold by
Beiler Omar J and Beiler Patsy J
Bought by
Parsons Joshua G and Parsons Christina M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,400
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tober Denyce R -- None Available
Copeland Denyce R $229,000 None Available
Reynolds William S -- None Available
Reynolds William S $250,000 None Available
Parsons Joshua G $259,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Copeland Denyce R $183,200
Previous Owner Reynolds William S $245,471
Previous Owner Parsons Joshua G $172,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/27/2023 12/27/23 Sold $377,500 -1.9% $271 / Sq Ft
12/06/2023 12/06/23 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Price Changed $385,000 0.0% $276 / Sq Ft
11/17/2023 11/17/23 For Sale $385,000 -3.8% $276 / Sq Ft
10/28/2023 10/28/23 Pending -- -- --
09/21/2023 09/21/23 For Sale $400,000 +74.7% $287 / Sq Ft
05/31/2016 05/31/16 Sold $229,000 -13.6% $128 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/02/2016 05/02/16 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2015 09/14/15 For Sale $264,900 +6.0% $148 / Sq Ft
01/09/2014 01/09/14 Sold $250,000 0.0% $140 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/28/2013 10/28/13 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2013 08/21/13 For Sale $249,900 -- $140 / 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
2025 $5,938 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2024 $5,938 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2023 $5,857 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2022 $5,806 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2021 $5,778 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2020 $5,778 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2019 $5,717 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2018 $4,723 $196,900 $99,300 $97,600
2017 $4,521 $135,700 $55,500 $80,200
2016 $4,514 $135,700 $55,500 $80,200
2015 $615 $135,700 $55,500 $80,200
2014 -- $135,700 $55,500 $80,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2041118

Bright MLS

APN: 550-27585-0-0000