NOT LISTED FOR SALE

289 Founders Way Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Estimated Value: $465,244 - $574,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
2,129 Sq Ft
$243/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 29, 2023

Last sale price $542,500 $255 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,437/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Active Adult
  • Heated Floors
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of September 2023

BARELY LIVED IN- BACKS TO FIELDS & JUST A SHORT WALK TO THE CLUBHOUSE -don't miss the opportunity to own this open concept, one-story single family home in Traditions of America Silver Spring! Home was completely custom upgraded by the previous owner, barely lived in by the current owners and is situated on one of the FEW premium exterior lots that back to fields, open space, and a mature tree line for ultimate privacy and relaxation! Extra-wide foyer w/ tray ceiling and new light fixtures welcome you in. Engineered hardwood floors grace the main living area which offers open concept living. Spacious family room includes a custom TV built-in that also frames the slate-hearth gas fireplace with blower and wall controls. Bonus sunroom with cathedral ceiling and palladium window overlooks colorful perennial garden. Lots of glass throughout lets in loads of light and allows you to take in the backyard country views. Enjoy meal prep in the gourmet kitchen which features Tedd Wood custom cabinetry, soft close drawers, cabinet sliders, water treatment system, LG stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Kohler cast-iron sink, under-cabinet lighting and ceramic-tile backsplash. The adjoining breakfast area features custom matching hutch with granite topper, and provides extra storage. Pocket glass doors with optional privacy panels lead into a separate den. The primary suite has a tray ceiling, TWO walk-in closets, lots of windows with a lovely view and an amazing bathroom with heated ceramic tile floors, new lighting fixtures, wood-framed beveled-edge mirrors, water-saver toilet, split vanity, step-in shower, HUGE custom Tedd Wood linen closet and vanities. Ceramic tile floor in laundry room and guest bath are heated, too! The split-bedroom floorplan offers a 2nd bedroom adjacent to the 2nd full bath, also with upgraded fixtures as in the master bath. Storage has been maximized throughout the home. The paver patio in rear provides just the right combination of sun, shade, and privacy a perfect spot for enjoying brilliant sunsets and surrounding nature. Instant top-of-the-line NAVIEN TANKLESS hot water system was just recently added. Traditions of America is an award-winning active adult community with heated pools, walking trails, tennis, fitness center, clubhouse, billiards and more. Come and enjoy all of the activities and amenities the neighborhood has to offer. This home will amaze and impress even the most discriminate buyer! Call today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jamie Berrier

(717) 648-5813 JBerrier@RSRrealtors.com RSR, REALTORS, LLC Listed on: 08/04/2023

Co-Listed By

Sue Rupp

(480) 388-1984 srupp@rsrrealtors.com RSR, REALTORS, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Rupp

(480) 388-1984 srupp@rsrrealtors.com RSR, REALTORS, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,568

Year Built

  • Built in 2008 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

  • South Facing Home
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $305 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,129 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Corner Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Palladian Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Heated Floors
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Flush Toilets

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Cumberland Valley High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 38-23-0571-001-U101

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • $610 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include all ground fee, common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, health club, insurance, lawn care front, lawn care rear, lawn care side, lawn maintenance, management, pool(s), road maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • Active Adult | Residents must be 45 or older
  • Traditions Of America Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Fax or Copying Available
  • Common Area
  • Sauna
  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room
  • Billiard Room
  • Community Center
  • Party Room
  • Community Library
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Heated Community Pool
  • Lap or Exercise Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Putting Green
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,568

Year Built

Built in 2008 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$305 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: TV in Family Room
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2023-08-04
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Year Renovated: 2014
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dual Flush Toilets, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Heated
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Palladian
  • Fireplace Features: Corner, Gas/Propane, Other, Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2129
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2129
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 258.29
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2129
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • 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
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 305.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: Traditions of America At Silver Spring
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Billiard Room, Bike Trail, Club House, Common Grounds, Community Center, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fax/Copying, Fitness Center, Game Room, Jog/Walk Path, Hot Tub, Library, Party Room, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Retirement Community, Sauna, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: All Ground Fee, Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Health Club, Insurance, Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 45
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Community Pool Features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Indoor, Lap/Exercise

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 610.00

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: CUMBERLAND VALLEY

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Number Limit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4568.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 38-23-0571-001-U101
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CUMBERLAND VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2023
Closed on
Sep 28, 2023
Sold by
Donald F Heistand Living Trust and Coleen K Heistand Living Trust
Bought by
Uniacke Brian M and Uniacke Beverley Ann
Seller's Agent
Jamie Berrier
RSR, REALTORS, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sue Rupp
RSR, REALTORS, LLC
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$542,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-1.35%
Views
98
Current Estimated Value
$516,811

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$25,689
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.31%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$147,111
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$369,700

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2019
Closed on
Dec 12, 2019
Sold by
Preston Robert G and Preston Lorrie A
Bought by
Heistand Donald F and Heistand Coleen K
Seller's Agent
Jamie Berrier
RSR, REALTORS, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Berrier
RSR, REALTORS, LLC
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-2.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.82%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2014
Closed on
Jun 10, 2014
Sold by
Barber Virginia
Bought by
Preston Robert G
Seller's Agent
MELISSA MCCORD
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bob Porter
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-8.3%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2008
Sold by
Toa Pa Vii L P
Bought by
Barber Edwin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,043
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Uniacke Brian M $542,500 None Listed On Document
Heistand Donald F $380,000 None Available
Preston Robert G $275,000 --
Barber Edwin $322,270 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Uniacke Brian M $150,000
Previous Owner Barber Edwin $290,043
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/29/2023 09/29/23 Sold $542,500 -1.3% $255 / Sq Ft
08/17/2023 08/17/23 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2023 08/04/23 For Sale $549,900 +44.7% $258 / Sq Ft
12/12/2019 12/12/19 Sold $380,000 -2.5% $178 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/06/2019 11/06/19 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2019 11/04/19 For Sale $389,900 +41.8% $183 / Sq Ft
06/11/2014 06/11/14 Sold $275,000 -8.3% $129 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2014 04/28/14 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2014 03/11/14 For Sale $299,900 -- $141 / 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 $5,057 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2024 $4,811 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2023 $4,568 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2022 $4,455 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2021 $4,359 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2020 $4,278 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2019 $4,208 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2018 $4,136 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2017 $4,064 $313,800 $0 $313,800
2016 -- $313,800 $0 $313,800
2015 -- $313,800 $0 $313,800
2014 -- $313,800 $0 $313,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACB2023052

Bright MLS

APN: 38-23-0571-001-U101