542 W Areba Ave Hershey, PA 17033
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,276
Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
Highlights
- Rambler Architecture
- No HOA
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- Hershey Primary Elementary School Rated A
About This Home
As of September 2023Adorable rancher in the heart of Hershey! Beautiful covered front porch to cozy up with a book. Lovely hard wood floors through out home with 3 bedrooms and full bathroom. Lower level amazing space with 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchenette and bathrooms a clean canvas to make your own. Gorgeous side porch to enjoy grilling and smores with family and friends. Walk to Chocolate Avenue for dinner, shopping, Hershey swimming pool, library, farmers market and local Peronios grocery store.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,107
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,276 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Partially Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Schools
- Hershey High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hershey Downtown Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 24-035-039-000-0000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2023
Closed on
Sep 15, 2023
Sold by
Stong Karin M
Bought by
Hollenbush Kevin H
Seller's Agent
Amber Branchi
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dave Rippon
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$369,900
Views
282
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.92%
Original Mortgage
$328,500
Outstanding Balance
$323,003
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$88,454
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $369,900 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $328,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $125,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $21,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $19,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $108,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | For Sale | $395,000 | +6.8% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2023 09/11/23 | Sold | $369,900 | 0.0% | $290 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2023 06/19/23 | For Sale | $369,900 | -- | $290 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,366 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2024 | $3,164 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2023 | $3,107 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2022 | $3,038 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2021 | $3,038 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2020 | $3,038 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2019 | $2,983 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2018 | $2,904 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2017 | $2,904 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2016 | $0 | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2015 | -- | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $107,700 | $34,300 | $73,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dave Rippon
Seller's Agent in 2025
Dave Rippon
Coldwell Banker Realty
(717) 319-0733
26 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Amber Branchi
Seller's Agent in 2023
Amber Branchi
Coldwell Banker Realty
(717) 395-8071
34 in this area
112 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADA2023922
APN: 24-035-039
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