The front door at 1494 Emerson Drive is just the beginning. Entering, you feel the spaciousness of this home. This residence features beautiful flooring, high ceilings, oversized crown moldings/baseboards and numerous amenities, including a first-floor den/office/music room, a dining area with a custom coffered ceiling, a dream kitchen with ample granite counter space, island and matching table and chairs. The openness of the living space is great for entertaining and includes a sunroom/family room with an abundance of windows, including a half-moon window above the cozy gas fireplace, a lighted tray ceiling and fan. Stepping outside you will enjoy an open-air pergola covered patio, with separate hard and soft water features, a natural gas line for a gas grill, a rain barrel and a view of the Rapho Township Park. Stepping back inside is an oversized primary bedroom, with a walk-in shower and 2 walk-in closets, one with a window. There is a second bedroom on the first floor. On the second floor, you will find an open loft area and a third bedroom and bath with a shower/tub combination. Looking for storage space? This home has a bonus room above the 2 car garage and a second unfinished storage room off the loft area. Four Seasons at Rapho, in Lancaster County, PA, is a top community for active adults 55+ offering single-family homes designed exclusively for an active and vibrant retirement setting amidst the charm of Pennsylvania Amish country. Residents enjoy nearby shopping, walking paths, and the Rapho Township Park, with Downtown Lancaster easily accessible via Route 283. The HOA fee includes landscaping, snow removal, pool, clubhouse, courts maintenance, mailbox painting every 6 years, and driveway sealing every 5 years.
Sold for $540,000
$540,000
1494 Emerson Dr, Mount Joy, PA 17552
3beds
2,980sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
-- sqft lot
$562,300 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$2,893 Estimated rent
Home value
$562,300
$534,000 - $590,000
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Open loft areaUnfinished storage roomHigh ceilingsCozy gas fireplaceBeautiful flooringWalk-in closetsOversized primary bedroom
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Listed by:
Kathy Morgan 717-615-9071,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Bought with:
Wendy Mease, AB066874
Keller Williams Elite
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2070874
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Loft, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 20
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 10
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34 x 14
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Surface Unit, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,980
- Total interior livable area: 2,980 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,980
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: Community
- Spa features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt
Lot
- Features: Backs - Parkland
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5401175910037
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Four Seasons At Rapho
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Spa/Hot Tub, Jogging Path, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $290 monthly
Location
- Region: Mount Joy
- Municipality: RAPHO TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $342,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,081
- Date on market: 6/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Kitchen Table, 2 Chairs, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Tall Metal Shelf In Storage Room, Patio Rain Barrel And Window Treatments.
- Exclusions: Front Door Metal Decor, Master Bath Bidet Seat, Bar Stools.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $540,000+5.9%$181/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2070874 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Pending sale | $510,000$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2070874 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Contingent | $510,000$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2070874 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Pending sale | $510,000$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2070874 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $510,000+29.1%$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2070874 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2012 | Sold | $394,969+644.1%$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2012 | Sold | $53,079$18/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,328 +3.5% | $342,000 |
| 2024 | $7,081 +2.1% | $342,000 |
| 2023 | $6,934 +3.9% | $342,000 |
| 2022 | $6,673 | $342,000 |
| 2021 | $6,673 +342.4% | $342,000 |
| 2020 | $1,509 -76.3% | $342,000 |
| 2019 | $6,366 +334.8% | $342,000 |
| 2018 | $1,464 -79.2% | $342,000 +13.2% |
| 2017 | $7,029 +0% | $302,200 |
| 2016 | $7,029 +38.6% | $302,200 |
| 2015 | $5,072 | $302,200 |
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Neighborhood: 17552
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Manheim Central Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 5/10Manheim Central Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
- 5/10Doe Run Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 6.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Manheim Central
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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