NOT LISTED FOR SALE

257 E Areba Ave Hershey, PA 17033

Estimated Value: $412,556 - $458,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,522 Sq Ft
$286/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 03, 2021

Last sale price $285,000 $187 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,697/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Hershey Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Patio

About This Home

As of March 2021

The location you've been waiting for! Charming 3 BR, 3 BA Craftsman style built in the Milton Hershey era. Ideally situated within walking distance to Derry Township schools and downtown Hershey attractions. The inviting porch leads the way into a spacious living room and dining room adjacent to kitchen on the first floor, where there is also a mudroom and bathroom. Gas stove and microwave new in 2020. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and second bath. Lower level currently used as a bedroom, offers additional living space as family room or home office with gas fireplace. This is where you will find the laundry and a third bath. Backyard features fence with solar lighting, (new in 2018) leading to detached garage and additional parking spaces. This lovely home moves you into a highly desirable location with opportunity to add your own personal touches and updates. This one won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sherri Lloyd

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS339364 Listed on: 11/27/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Erika Rutt-Akens

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS209522L

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,182

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Alley Access

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic Fan
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hershey High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hershey Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 24-025-022-000-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,182

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Washer, Dryer in Basement
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer in Garage, Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2020-11-27
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: The location you've been waiting for! Charming 3 BR, 3 BA Craftsman style built in the Milton Hershey era. Ideally situated within walking distance to Derry Township schools and downtown Hershey attractions. The inviting porch leads the way into a spacious living room and dining room adjacent to kitchen on the first floor, where there is also a mudroom and bathroom. Gas stove and microwave new in 2020. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and second bath. Lower level currently used as a bedroom, offers additional living space as family room or home office with gas fireplace. This is where you will find the laundry and a third bath. Backyard features fence with solar lighting, (new in 2018) leading to detached garage and additional parking spaces. This lovely home moves you into a highly desirable location with opportunity to add your own personal touches and updates. This one won't last long!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1522
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1522
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 239.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1210
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 312
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 312
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 257

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Alley

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan, Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: DERRY TOWNSHIP
  • High School: HERSHEY HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397431
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: HERSHEY HIGH SCHOOL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 81700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 31100.00
  • Land Use Code: R02
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7501.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10542869
  • School Tax: 2120.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3182.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 24-025-022-000-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1882
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 03/03/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DERRY TOWNSHIP

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 27, 2020
Closed on
Mar 3, 2021
Sold by
Strawderman Robert and Strawderman Joan
Bought by
Woodrow Sarah
Seller's Agent
Sherri Lloyd
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Erika Rutt-Akens
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-14.93%
Current Estimated Value
$435,139

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$150,139
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Outstanding Balance
$206,695
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$195,111

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2012
Closed on
Apr 29, 2013
Sold by
Nelson Laurence
Bought by
Strawderman Robert
Seller's Agent
DEBORAH KODAK
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
LINDA ATHERTON
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$237,500
Sold Price
$218,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-8.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$174,400
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2005
Sold by
Farrington Debra K
Bought by
Nelson Laurence and Andreana,Colette M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,920
Interest Rate
5.78%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Woodrow Sarah $285,000 None Available
Strawderman Robert $218,000 --
Nelson Laurence $209,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Woodrow Sarah $228,000
Previous Owner Strawderman Robert $174,400
Previous Owner Strawderman Robert $174,400
Previous Owner Nelson Larry $85,000
Previous Owner Nelson Laurence $167,920
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/03/2021 03/03/21 Sold $285,000 -1.7% $187 / Sq Ft
01/21/2021 01/21/21 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2021 01/07/21 Price Changed $290,000 -9.4% $191 / Sq Ft
12/09/2020 12/09/20 Price Changed $320,000 -4.5% $210 / Sq Ft
11/27/2020 11/27/20 For Sale $335,000 +53.7% $220 / Sq Ft
05/16/2013 05/16/13 Sold $218,000 -8.2% $128 / Sq Ft
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2012 08/27/12 For Sale $237,500 -- $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 $3,525 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2024 $3,313 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2023 $3,254 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2022 $3,182 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2021 $3,182 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2020 $3,182 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2019 $3,125 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2018 $3,042 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2017 $3,042 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2016 $0 $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2015 -- $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
2014 -- $112,800 $31,100 $81,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sherri Lloyd

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sherri Lloyd

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (717) 439-5872

    2 in this area

    54 Total Sales

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  • Erika Rutt-Akens

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Erika Rutt-Akens

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (717) 909-4742

    2 in this area

    176 Total Sales

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  • Stuart Delves

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Stuart Delves

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (347) 280-9640

    6 in this area

    46 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    DEBORAH KODAK

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    LINDA ATHERTON

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADA127864

Bright MLS

APN: 24-025-022

Pennsylvania Dauphin County Hershey 17033

257 E Areba Ave, Hershey, PA

This home is located at 257 E Areba Ave, Hershey, PA 17033 since 27 November 2020 and is currently estimated at $435,139, approximately $285 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 257 E Areba Ave is a home located in Dauphin County with nearby schools including Hershey Elementary School, Hershey Primary Elementary School, and Hershey Middle School.

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