$235,000
SOLD MAY 29, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
925 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$254 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 70 S Houcks Road, a charming ranch home in desirable Lower Paxton Township. This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath property reflects true pride of ownership throughout. Step inside to find a comfortable and inviting layout, perfect for easy one-level living. Outside, enjoy the newly fenced-in yard—ideal for pets, play, or entertaining—along with a patio that offers the perfect spot to relax or host guests. Additional highlights include off-street parking and a detached 1-car garage. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roadways, this home is a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joy Daniels

Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd License #RM421836 Listed on: 04/11/2025

Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd

Last Buyer's Agent

Brendan Smith

Real of Pennsylvania License #RS352407

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,099

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 925 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Central Dauphin East High School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 35-052-060-000-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,099

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2025-04-11
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 70 S Houcks Road, a charming ranch home in desirable Lower Paxton Township. This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath property reflects true pride of ownership throughout. Step inside to find a comfortable and inviting layout, perfect for easy one-level living. Outside, enjoy the newly fenced-in yard—ideal for pets, play, or entertaining—along with a patio that offers the perfect spot to relax or host guests. Additional highlights include off-street parking and a detached 1-car garage. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roadways, this home is a must-see!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Laundry, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 925
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 925
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 254.05
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 925
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 70

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Composite
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 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

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: CENTRAL DAUPHIN
  • High School: CENTRAL DAUPHIN EAST
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397406
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: CENTRAL DAUPHIN EAST

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: R01
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6098.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1278.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2099.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 35-052-060-000-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 925
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/29/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL DAUPHIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Trovillion Victoria
Bought by
Westhafer Ernest Leroy
Seller's Agent
Joy Daniels
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
Buyer's Agent
Brendan Smith
Real of Pennsylvania
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Views
57
Current Estimated Value
$231,507

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,493
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.03%
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Outstanding Balance
$234,599
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$3,092

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2023
Closed on
Apr 26, 2023
Sold by
Nye Arielle E
Bought by
Trovillion Victoria
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Holladay
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Randall Martin
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-6.67%
Views
74

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.58%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2022
Closed on
Mar 25, 2022
Sold by
Biechler Elizabeth A
Bought by
Nye Arielle E
Seller's Agent
Susan Lontz
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Holladay
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$178,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
7.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.06%
Original Mortgage
$167,810
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2020
Closed on
Mar 13, 2020
Sold by
Auman Paul W and Estate Of Richard L Auman
Bought by
Biechler Elizabeth A
Seller's Agent
Jon Balsbaugh
Turn Key Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Susan Lontz
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$81,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
15.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
47.38%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2020
Closed on
Feb 19, 2020
Sold by
Auman Paul W and Estate Of Edith R Auman
Bought by
Auman Richard L
Seller's Agent
Jon Balsbaugh
Turn Key Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Susan Lontz
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$81,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
15.71%
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
Special Warranty Deed $235,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $210,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $178,000 None Listed On Document
Fiduciary Deed $81,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $235,000 VA
Previous Owner $199,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $167,810 New Conventional
Closed $8,650 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Sold $235,000 0.0% $254 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $235,000 +11.9% $254 / Sq Ft
05/03/2023 05/03/23 Sold $210,000 -6.7% $227 / Sq Ft
03/28/2023 03/28/23 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2023 03/23/23 For Sale $225,000 +26.4% $243 / Sq Ft
03/25/2022 03/25/22 Sold $178,000 +7.9% $192 / Sq Ft
02/25/2022 02/25/22 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2022 02/24/22 For Sale $165,000 +103.7% $178 / Sq Ft
03/13/2020 03/13/20 Sold $81,000 +15.7% $88 / Sq Ft
02/29/2020 02/29/20 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2020 02/25/20 For Sale $70,000 -- $76 / 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 $2,125 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2024 $1,971 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2023 $1,971 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2022 $1,971 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2021 $1,913 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2020 $1,892 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2019 $1,884 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2018 $1,851 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2017 $1,786 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2016 $0 $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2015 -- $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
2014 -- $73,200 $13,800 $59,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADA2043888

Bright MLS

APN: 35-052-060