#PAFL2025466, Timothy M Smith, Listing Office: Exit Preferred Realty
827 Philadelphia Ave Chambersburg, PA 17201
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About 827 Philadelphia Ave
Truly one of a kind. Known as "Oak Hill" this Italianate Villa has been restored to all its grandeur. The property is currently operating as a successful Vacation Rental property. It is managed by the Evolve hospitality company and is advertised on vacation marketplace sites such as AirBNB, VRBO and Marriott Fine Homes. This can be haulted at anytime, contact listing agent for additional info. This mansion boasts 6 bedrooms, 5 and a half bathrooms, 3.15 +/- acres, over 9,700 +/- total square feet, 11 foot ceilings, ornate moldings, inlaid hardwood floors, 5 fireplaces, large functioning pocket doors, multiple covered porches and deck. The majority of the furnishings will remain. A more detailed list is available but in general it includes most of the antique furnishings shown in the pictures. Construction began prior to the Civil War and was completed afterward. The first family to occupy Oak Hill was the Honorable William Stenger in 1875. Mr. Stenger served as the District Attorney of Franklin County. The current owners, who purchased the home in 1995 have meticulously restored and added to the home with no expense spared. First floor living room, billiard room, parlor, sunroom, grand formal dining room with custom made chandelier from Prague and fireplace, doors wrapped in fine Italian leather lead into the butler's pantry and mudroom. Monticello style window leads you from the living room to the covered wraparound porch. Part of the modern two-story addition, the kitchen includes; a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf gas range, professional grade hood, two Bosch dishwashers, built-in Sub-Zero icemaker, Sub-Zero wine cooler, built-in Sub-Zero food warmer, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, heated hardwood floors, dining area with fireplace, walk out to covered porch and deck. The mezzanine area consists of heated floors, sitting area, second floor porch, full bath with washer and dryer, a bedroom currently used as a media room with a fireplace and full bathroom. Continuing to the second floor you'll find a large center hall, 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a sleeping porch that's accessed from a bedroom via a Monticello style window. The primary suite consists of a walk-in closet and access to a Jack and Jill bathroom. 2 separate walk-up floored attics, the main attic has a widow's walk. The full basement includes a spacious workshop, fitness room, game room, utility room, a 19th century brick wine cellar, multiple large unfinished rooms great for storage. Basement is walkout level to backyard. Inground pool with pool house. Expansive backyard backs to trees. 2 car attached garage, carriage porte-cochère, circular driveway. Extensive landscaping. Adjacent to Wilson College. Minutes to I-81. Convenient to schools, shopping, grocery, etc. An information package is available, including details of the extensive renovations and history.
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- MLS Number: PAFL2024554
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Real Estate Today
- Office Phone: (301) 791-9046
- Listing Agent: Toby W Wantz
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $56,350 | $10,723 |
2023 | $56,350 | $10,447 |
2022 | $56,350 | $10,161 |
2021 | $56,350 | $10,105 |
2020 | $56,350 | $9,884 |
2019 | $56,350 | $9,596 |
2018 | $56,350 | $9,302 |
2017 | $56,350 | $8,764 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•481 N Franklin St
4
Buchanan Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•730 E Washington St
5
Stevens Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•800 Hollywell Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,048. The majority of Chambersburg, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 827 Philadelphia Ave
This home is located at 827 Philadelphia Ave in Chambersburg, PA and zip code 17201. This 6,759 square foot home, which was built in 1865, sits on a 3.15 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,149,000.
Over 12 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Chambersburg, PA. In the same period over 14 listings were sold below the listed price and 13 listings were sold for the listed price. In January 2025 in Chambersburg, PA there were 4.5% less homes for sale than in December. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $270,021, while the average time on the real estate market was 39 days.