$405,000
$20K PRICE DROP

861 S Forge Rd Palmyra, PA 17078

Estimated payment $2,523/month

Total Views 20,098
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,870 Sq Ft
$217 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Palmyra Area Senior High School Rated 9+
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 5-minute walk to Southeast Family Park

About This Home

Selling real estate for over 20 years, this is one of the nicest and most immaculate brick homes we ever had the opportunity to offer for sale! This solid brick rancher is on an extra large corner lot totaling 0.43 acres. Property is zoned R2 (medium density residential). The entire property has been recently updated including all new paint and refinished hardwood floors. Property consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living room area, updated kitchen and partially finished basement. The kitchen has a ton of cabinets, ceramic tile backsplash, granite countertops, pantry and stainless steel appliances. The full bath on the main level was also remodeled with new granite top vanity and tile tub/shower. The family room is located in the partially finished basement and has electric baseboard heat along with an additional tub/shower full bath. An oversized detached brick garage is located in the rear, which has it's own heat source! Beside the garage is an attached carport area with secluded back yard space. The large side yard has many possibilities such as the potential to add a pool and/or another detached garage! Replacement windows. Central A/C. 200AMP.

Listing Agent

Bill Bering

(717) 926-7910 bill@beringrealestate.com Bering Real Estate Co. Listed on: 06/22/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Robert Bering

(717) 926-5153 rbering@beringrealestate.com Bering Real Estate Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,511

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Subdivision Possible
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R2 (MEDIUM DENSITY RES)

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Attached Carport Space
  • Oversized Parking
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Chimney Cap

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Built-In Features
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Londonderry Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 28-2294236-356046-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,511

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator. Stove. Microwave. Dishwasher. Washer. Dryer.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 6/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Entry Level Bedroom, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Gas/Propane, Free Standing, Insert, Mantel(s), Wood, Other
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished, Heated
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1870
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1870
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 320.16
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1265
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 605
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 605
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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: Heated
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 1
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, Attached Carport, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric, Propane - Owned
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
  • 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 Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Not In Development, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Subdivision Possible
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.43
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 18731.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R2 (MEDIUM DENSITY RES)

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3334.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4511.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 28-2294236-356046-0000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PALMYRA AREA

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Source: Public Records

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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 $4,511 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2024 $4,180 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2023 $4,180 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2022 $4,073 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2021 $3,848 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2020 $3,796 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2019 $3,722 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2018 $3,683 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2017 $975 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2016 $3,445 $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2015 -- $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
2014 -- $183,700 $47,000 $136,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2025 10/08/25 For Sale $399,900 -1.3% $214 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Price Changed $405,000 -1.2% $217 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Price Changed $410,000 -0.9% $219 / Sq Ft
08/23/2025 08/23/25 Price Changed $413,900 -0.5% $221 / Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Price Changed $415,900 -0.5% $222 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Price Changed $417,900 -0.5% $223 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $419,900 -1.2% $225 / Sq Ft
06/22/2025 06/22/25 For Sale $425,000 +24.6% $227 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Sold $341,000 +79.5% $200 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/19/2025 04/19/25 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Sale $190,000 -- $111 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $341,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $341,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALN2021304

Bright MLS

APN: 28-2294236-356046-0000