Welcome to 118 S 8th Street, a charming Cape Cod home in the heart of Akron, PA! This delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is full of character that features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, built in cabinetry, a cozy wood burning fireplace in the family room, spacious kitchen with a bump out breakfast nook and wait until you see the cozy side porch —and the spacious yard complete with a built-in firepit! Some of the updates to this home include a newer roof (2018), newer windows (2018) & tastefully painted siding (2018). Bonus feature is the detached garage that offers additional storage or parking. This home is nestled in a great location, you're just minutes from Main Street Ephrata, local shops, and easy access to Route 222 for convenient commuting. Don’t miss out on this charming gem!
Sold for $315,000
$315,000
118 S 8th St, Akron, PA 17501
3beds
1,404sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$338,700 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$1,861 Estimated rent
Home value
$338,700
$315,000 - $366,000
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Spacious yardBuilt-in firepitBreakfast nookCozy side porchCozy wood burning fireplaceHardwood floorsSpacious kitchen
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Listed by:
Matthew Koch 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite,
Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group, Co-Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group,Co-Listing Agent: Carissa M Garpstas 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite
Bought with:
Wilmer Martin, RS353239
Beiler-Campbell Realtors-Quarryville
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2057904
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Description: Built-In Closets
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 11.6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 X 14
Bathroom 2
- Description: Chair-Rail/Built-In
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Dining room
- Description: Built-In China Corner Hutch
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 11.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Living room
- Description: Fireplace, HW Fls, Lots of Windows
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Other
- Description: Breakfast Nook
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 9
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,404
- Total interior livable area: 1,404 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,404
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Other, Off Street, On Street, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0204522100000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle,Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Akron
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: AKRON BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 | Sold | $315,000-4.5%$224/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2057904 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2024 | Pending sale | $329,900$235/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2057904 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $329,900+107.5%$235/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2057904 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Sold | $159,000-2.2%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $162,500$116/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Associates of Lancaster #220193 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,590 +3.4% | $138,700 |
| 2024 | $3,472 +3.7% | $138,700 |
| 2023 | $3,348 +2.2% | $138,700 |
| 2022 | $3,278 | $138,700 |
| 2021 | $3,278 +299.8% | $138,700 |
| 2020 | $820 -74.1% | $138,700 |
| 2019 | $3,171 +337% | $138,700 |
| 2018 | $726 -75.8% | $138,700 +24.5% |
| 2017 | $3,001 | $111,400 |
| 2016 | $3,001 +45.9% | $111,400 |
| 2015 | $2,056 | $111,400 |
| 2014 | $2,056 | $111,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $111,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $111,400 +31.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $85,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17501
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Akron El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Ephrata Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 8/10Ephrata Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Ephrata
- High: Ephrata
- District: Ephrata Area
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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