NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 N Franklin St Palmyra, PA 17078

Estimated Value: $246,000 - $287,710

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
$242/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 13, 2023

Last sale price $248,450 $226 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,828/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Oversized Parking
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Heritage Park

About This Home

As of February 2023

Small but adorable, this two bedroom "Ellsworth" model Sears home is perfectly situated on a corner lot in Palmyra boro. With hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, two large bedrooms and two bumps outs (one for a kitchen dining area and the other to expand the primary bedroom and closet), this home is ready to move right in. Outside you will notice the pride of ownership with the meticulous landscaping, expansive decks, and an unbelievable detached 2++ car garage with tons of storage options, loft and concrete driveway. Washer, dryer, fridge included. Oil hot water heat and central a/c. What a find!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Becker

Keller Williams Realty License #AB068316 Listed on: 01/13/2023

Keller Williams Realty

Co-Listed By

Carin Becker

Keller Williams Realty License #AB068757

Last Buyer's Agent

Phyllis Rothweiler

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster License #RS285880

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,490

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Schools

  • Palmyra Area High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-2291877-358457-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,490

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Kitchen fridge, washer, dryer, microwave
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2023-01-13
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Small but adorable, this two bedroom "Ellsworth" model Sears home is perfectly situated on a corner lot in Palmyra boro. With hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, two large bedrooms and two bumps outs (one for a kitchen dining area and the other to expand the primary bedroom and closet), this home is ready to move right in. Outside you will notice the pride of ownership with the meticulous landscaping, expansive decks, and an unbelievable detached 2++ car garage with tons of storage options, loft and concrete driveway. Washer, dryer, fridge included. Oil hot water heat and central a/c. What a find!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1100
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1100
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 204.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 42

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Additional Storage Area
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: 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: PALMYRA AREA
  • High School: PALMYRA AREA
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397383
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: PALMYRA AREA

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 113100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 28400.00
  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11326.00
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10320335
  • School Tax: 2384.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3490.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-2291877-358457-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 02/13/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PALMYRA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2023
Closed on
Feb 13, 2023
Sold by
Fausnacht Judith A
Bought by
Maier Patricia L
Seller's Agent
David Becker
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Phyllis Rothweiler
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$248,450
Premium/Discount to List
$23,450
10.42%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
168
Current Estimated Value
$265,678

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,228
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.82%
Original Mortgage
$168,450
Outstanding Balance
$163,906
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$100,891
Source: Public Records

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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
Maier Patricia L $248,450 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Maier Patricia L $168,450
Previous Owner Fausnacht Rodger L $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/13/2023 02/13/23 Sold $248,450 +10.4% $226 / Sq Ft
01/16/2023 01/16/23 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2023 01/13/23 For Sale $225,000 -- $205 / 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 $4,043 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2024 $3,572 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2023 $3,572 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2022 $3,408 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2021 $3,168 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2020 $3,128 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2019 $3,060 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2018 $2,963 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2017 $878 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2016 $2,782 $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2015 -- $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
2014 -- $141,500 $28,400 $113,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Becker

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    David Becker

    Keller Williams Realty

    (717) 685-6885

    32 in this area

    285 Total Sales

    David Becker
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  • Carin Becker

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Carin Becker

    Keller Williams Realty

    (717) 385-3813

    32 in this area

    237 Total Sales

    Carin Becker
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  • Phyllis Rothweiler

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Phyllis Rothweiler

    Howard Hanna

    (717) 587-8283

    1 in this area

    185 Total Sales

    Phyllis Rothweiler
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALN2008258

Bright MLS

APN: 16-2291877-358457-0000

Pennsylvania Lebanon County Palmyra 17078

42 N Franklin St, Palmyra, PA

This home is located at 42 N Franklin St, Palmyra, PA 17078 since 13 January 2023 and is currently estimated at $265,678, approximately $241 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 42 N Franklin St is a home located in Lebanon County with nearby schools including Palmyra Area Senior High School and St. Joan of Arc Elementary School.

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