Turnkey, Income-Producing Camp & Private Riding Compound with Unmatched Location!
Welcome to 1478 Bark Shanty Road in Austin, PA—the ultimate property for outdoor enthusiasts, hunting clubs, or short-term rental investors. This property features a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom modular home (750 sq ft) situated on 0.89 acres of land with zero local zoning restrictions and an affordable annual tax bill of approximately $1,100.
For the past 3.5 years, this property has been operated as a highly successful, turnkey Airbnb, generating a steady and proven net profit of $8,000–$10,000 annually. It completely pays for itself from day one!
The property boasts substantial infrastructure upgrades designed for group use and expansion. Three years ago, a brand-new well pump was installed inside the dedicated well house, alongside an extensive utility project that put in 6 full-hookup RV lots. Local township rules allow for up to 3 personal-use RVs to be hooked up simultaneously, making this the perfect private setup for a group of family and friends to park their rigs and set up camp together. The property operates on two independent septic systems—one dedicated to the primary structures and a separate system built out specifically for the RV lots.
Additionally, the property includes a historic block building (the former StarLite Inn / Al's Diner). While it currently needs a new roof, this sturdy block shell offers incredible potential to be converted into a private "man cave," a camper lounge, a workshop, or a secure pull-in garage for all your trail rigs.
The property is being sold completely "As-Is." The modular home and the block building both need new roofs, and the modular will eventually require a newer furnace. This deferred maintenance has already been heavily factored into the aggressive asking price. Because of the unique investment and commercial-grade utility infrastructure, cash buyers or buyers with creative financing are highly preferred. Clean title, owned free and clear, and ready for a smooth transfer. Contact today to request historical Airbnb financial data or to schedule your private tour!
For sale by owner
$125,000
1478 Bark Shanty Rd, Austin, PA 16720
2beds
800sqft
MobileManufactured
Built in 1980
1 Acres Lot
$92,100 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sturdy block shell
What the owner loves about this home
Proximity to so many attractions in every direction.
- 33 days
- 733
- 27
Listed by:
Property Owner (814) 331-2148
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Refrigerator
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
- Parking features: Off-street, On-street
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1500031155
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MobileManufactured
Materials
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: In Ground
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,930
- Annual tax amount: $1,395
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
Estimated market value
$92,100
$72,000 - $114,000
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $125,000+400%$156/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2021 | Sold | $25,000-33.3%$31/sqft |
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| 5/15/2021 | Pending sale | $37,500$47/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $37,500$47/sqft |
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| 6/9/2020 | Listing removed | $37,500$47/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Coudersport - Realty Pioneers #133041 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2020 | Price change | $37,500-12.6%$47/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Coudersport - Realty Pioneers #133041 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2019 | Price change | $42,900-17.5%$54/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Coudersport - Realty Pioneers #133041 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $52,000+6319.8%$65/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna Realty Pioneers #133041 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2018 | Sold | $810$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,395 +4.7% | $17,930 |
| 2024 | $1,332 +2.8% | $17,930 |
| 2023 | $1,296 +202.3% | $17,930 +202.4% |
| 2022 | $429 -79.8% | $5,930 -79.9% |
| 2021 | $2,128 | $29,430 |
| 2020 | -- | $29,430 |
| 2019 | -- | $29,430 |
| 2018 | -- | $29,430 |
| 2017 | -- | $29,430 |
| 2016 | -- | $29,430 |
| 2015 | -- | $29,430 +142% |
| 2012 | -- | $12,160 |
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