$412,000
SOLD MAY 1, 2025

499 Houk Rd New Castle, PA 16101

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft
4.13 Acres

Recently Sold

$191 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Kitchen Island
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 499 Houk Rd, a beautiful 5-bedroom 3-full bathroom raised ranch nestled on 4+ acres in Laurel School District. This charming country retreat perfectly blends privacy, space and convenience, making it an ideal home for families. Step inside to discover a spacious and inviting layout. The main level features an open-concept design with a well-appointed kitchen, a cozy living room, and large windows that bring in abundant natural light. The lower level offers additional living space, perfect for a recreation room, home office, or guest quarters. Outdoor living is a highlight of this property. Whether you're lounging by the swimming pool, fishing in the private pond, or hosting gatherings on the expansive grounds, this home is designed for relaxation and entertainment. The 4+ acre lot provides plenty of space for gardening, outdoor activities and enjoying the peaceful countryside. Don't miss out on this piece of paradise!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Valerie Flora

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY License #RS354999 Listed on: 03/13/2025

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Bushee

PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY License #RS326075

PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,830

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,160 Sq Ft Home
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Mound Septic

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • 4.13 Acre Lot

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,830

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: Scott Twp - LAW
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.13
  • Lot Size: 4.13
  • Directions: Start on Harlansburg Rd. Turn Right on Houk Rd. Home on Right.
  • Architectural Style: Raised Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1972
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Some Electric Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family/Living/Great Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: Pool
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Mound Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Laurel

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1830.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 28, 2025
Sold by
Nicholson Cody W and Nicholson Cameron E
Bought by
Titus Jonathan S
Seller's Agent
Valerie Flora
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Bushee
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$412,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,100
5.67%
Views
81

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-50.30%
Original Mortgage
$329,600
Outstanding Balance
$329,600
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$46,606

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2020
Closed on
Jul 23, 2020
Sold by
Antonio Patsy E and Antonio Kyree A
Bought by
Nicholson Cody W and Nicholson Cameron E
Seller's Agent
Kyree McIltrot
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jodi Peluso
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-7.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.09%
Original Mortgage
$221,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2012
Sold by
Antonio Janet R and Califano Janet R
Bought by
Antonio Patsy E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $412,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $250,000 Heritage Real Estate Setmnts
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $329,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $221,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Sold $412,000 +5.7% $191 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $389,900 +56.0% $181 / Sq Ft
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Sold $250,000 -7.4% $119 / Sq Ft
07/27/2020 07/27/20 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2020 05/27/20 For Sale $269,900 -- $129 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

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 $1,830 $78,000 $28,300 $49,700
2023 $1,795 $78,000 $28,300 $49,700
2022 $3,208 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2021 $3,190 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2020 $3,190 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2019 $3,051 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2018 $3,051 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2017 $2,884 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2016 $824 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2015 $824 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
2014 $824 $139,400 $28,300 $111,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1691722

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 30-022900