$550,000
SOLD DEC 27, 2024

61 Lake View Rd Ephrata, PA 17522

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,664 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$206 Per Sq Ft

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Bonus Room
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of December 2024

Discover this luxurious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Ephrata’s desirable Lakeside Villas community. Built in 2020 and maintained in pristine condition, this residence epitomizes modern living with a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout and high-end updates at every turn.
The main living area exudes warmth and elegance, featuring a cozy natural gas fireplace framed by charming shiplap accents. The seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas makes it ideal for both entertaining and day-to-day living. Additionally, a spacious unfinished basement offers endless potential—whether you’re looking for extra storage, a workout area, or a blank slate for a future living space.
Nestled just a short walk from Ephrata Township Park, enjoy immediate access to a wealth of outdoor amenities, including a baseball field, soccer field, volleyball court, playground, a peaceful lake, wooded areas, and paved riding trails. The home is also ideally situated close to shopping, dining, and major highways, balancing convenience with the tranquility of a vibrant community setting.
This Ephrata gem provides an exceptional lifestyle in a location brimming with charm and accessibility. A true move-in-ready masterpiece awaits—don’t miss the chance to call it home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Hartranft

(717) 560-5051 chtbuyeragents@homesale.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS178558L Listed on: 11/01/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

Co-Listed By

Leah Barber

(717) 490-2496 lbarber@homesale.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS359843

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelsey Wolfgang

(484) 832-5910 kelsey@kathywolfgang.com Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton

Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,925

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $29 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shake Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,664 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • $200 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Lakeside Villas Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 270-17321-0-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,925

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$29 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-11-01
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Discover this luxurious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Ephrata’s desirable Lakeside Villas community. Built in 2020 and maintained in pristine condition, this residence epitomizes modern living with a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout and high-end updates at every turn. The main living area exudes warmth and elegance, featuring a cozy natural gas fireplace framed by charming shiplap accents. The seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas makes it ideal for both entertaining and day-to-day living. Additionally, a spacious unfinished basement offers endless potential—whether you’re looking for extra storage, a workout area, or a blank slate for a future living space. Nestled just a short walk from Ephrata Township Park, enjoy immediate access to a wealth of outdoor amenities, including a baseball field, soccer field, volleyball court, playground, a peaceful lake, wooded areas, and paved riding trails. The home is also ideally situated close to shopping, dining, and major highways, balancing convenience with the tranquility of a vibrant community setting. This Ephrata gem provides an exceptional lifestyle in a location brimming with charm and accessibility. A true move-in-ready masterpiece awaits—don’t miss the chance to call it home!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, High
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2664
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2664
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 206.46
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2664
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 61

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Shake
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • 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: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 352.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 200.00

Schools

  • School District: EPHRATA AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397381
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 7341.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8925.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 270-17321-0-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2664
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 12/27/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EPHRATA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2024
Closed on
Dec 12, 2024
Sold by
Sirva Relocation Credit Llc
Bought by
Durkin Raymond A and Wolfgang Kelsey M
Seller's Agent
Craig Hartranft
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kelsey Wolfgang
Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Views
296
Current Estimated Value
$587,805

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$37,805
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.02%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Outstanding Balance
$436,533
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$151,272

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2024
Closed on
Nov 20, 2024
Sold by
Oosthuizen Karli and Oosthuizen Walter
Bought by
Sirva Relocation Credit Llc
Seller's Agent
Craig Hartranft
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kelsey Wolfgang
Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Views
296

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Outstanding Balance
$436,533
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$151,272

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2022
Closed on
Dec 13, 2022
Sold by
Ellis Nicolas and Ellis Cameron
Bought by
Oosthuizen Karli and Oosthuizen Walter
Seller's Agent
Steve Hammond
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michele Portner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2%
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.79%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2020
Sold by
Zimmerman Home Builders Llc
Bought by
Ellis Nicolas and Ellis Cameron

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$407,666
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
VA
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $550,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $550,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $550,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $550,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $393,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $440,000 New Conventional
Closed $440,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $340,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $407,666 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/27/2024 12/27/24 Sold $550,000 0.0% $206 / Sq Ft
11/21/2024 11/21/24 Price Changed $550,000 0.0% $206 / Sq Ft
11/20/2024 11/20/24 Pending -- -- --
11/01/2024 11/01/24 For Sale $549,900 +7.8% $206 / Sq Ft
12/16/2022 12/16/22 Sold $510,000 0.0% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/23/2022 11/23/22 Pending -- -- --
11/23/2022 11/23/22 Price Changed $510,000 +2.0% $182 / Sq Ft
11/05/2022 11/05/22 For Sale $500,000 -- $179 / 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 $8,717 $379,000 $61,800 $317,200
2024 $8,717 $379,000 $61,800 $317,200
2023 $8,494 $379,000 $61,800 $317,200
2022 $8,300 $379,000 $61,800 $317,200
2021 $8,084 $379,000 $61,800 $317,200
2020 $890 $41,700 $41,700 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2059512

Bright MLS

APN: 270-17321-0-0000