#PALN2020354, LISA GERLACH, Listing office: Weichert, REALTORS-First Choice
$419,900 List price
861 S Forge Rd Palmyra, PA 17078
3 beds
2 full
1,870 sqft
0.4 acres
$225 / sqft
House
Property details
About 861 S Forge Rd
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.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Baseboard
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,870 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.43 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingGarage Door Opener,Oversized, Heated, Driveway,Detached Garage,Attached Carport,Off Street
MLS #PALN2021304
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceElectric, Gas/Propane, Free Standing, Insert, Mantel(s), Wood, Other
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Entry Level Bedroom, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Electric, Gas/Propane, Free Standing, Insert, Mantel(s), Wood, Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage Door Opener,Oversized, Heated, Driveway,Detached Garage,Attached Carport,Off Street
- Exterior: Chimney Cap(s)
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $419,900
- Price/SqFt: $224
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,180
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Back Yard, Side Yard(s), Split Possible
- Directions: From Klick Lewis in Palmyra - Go South on Forge Road past the elementary school. Home will be on the RIGHT.
- Year Built: 1953
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,870 SqFt
- Municipality: North Londonderry Twp
- Lot Size: 0.43 Acres
- MLS Number: PALN2021304
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Bering Real Estate Co.
- Office Phone: (717) 641-3729
- Office Email: rbering@beringrealestate.com
- Listing Agent: Bill Bering Jr.
- Agent Phone: (717) 641-3729
- Agent Email: bill@beringrealestate.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $183,700 | $4,180 |
| 2023 | $183,700 | $3,028 |
| 2022 | $183,700 | $3,028 |
| 2021 | $183,700 | $2,935 |
| 2020 | $183,700 | $3,796 |
| 2019 | $183,700 | $3,722 |
| 2018 | $183,700 | $3,682 |
| 2017 | $183,700 | $3,444 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Forge Road Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.3 mi
•400 S Forge Rd
8
Pine Street Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.5 mi
•50 W Pine St
6
Northside Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.1 mi
•301 E Spruce St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,108. Most Palmyra, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
46%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
38%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Arbys
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
Buick
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 861 S Forge Rd
The listing price of 861 S Forge Rd property is $419,900.
The property 861 S Forge Rd is a house located in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, 17078.
Active Listing: 861 S Forge Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 861 S Forge Rd are: Forge Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pine Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Northside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Palmyra Area Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hershey Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Annville-Cleona Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Palmyra Area Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hershey High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Annville-Cleona High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,180 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 861 S Forge Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 861 S Forge Rd is 1,870 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 861 S Forge Rd is 1953.
This home is located at 861 S Forge Rd in Palmyra, PA and zip code 17078. This 1,870 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $419,900.
Between May and June 2025, Palmyra, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 75%. In June 2025 median list price was $399,900 and the average listing age was 35 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.