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Sold for $250,000
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    229 E Canal St, Hershey, PA 17033

    3beds
    1,253sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1927
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $25,700 Zestimate®
    $200/sqft
    $1,990 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $25,700

    $24,000 - $27,000

    $1,990/mo

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    What's special

    Nestled along the Swatara Creek, this charming 3 bedroom cottage offers the perfect blend of rustic tranquility and modern updates. With its cozy interior, vintage character, and picturesque views, this home is a true retreat—yet just minutes from the amenities, attractions, and sweet charm of downtown Hershey. Located in South Hanover Township (Lower Dauphin SD) and less than 15 minutes to Hershey Medical Center this home is perfect for anyone. Many recent upgrades include a new boiler (2025), new hot water heater (2025), new septic tank (2021) and various replacement windows. Charming curb appeal and an impressive 20x8 front porch welcome you home. Step inside to the light-filled living and dining space featuring LVP flooring. The kitchen and breakfast nook are perfect for enjoying views of the beautiful backyard which boasts mature trees. Relax on the rear patio and take in the beauty, tranquility and calming sounds of the creek. Convenient first floor laundry and the full bathroom are updated with new fixtures and flooring. Upstairs you will find a spacious third bedroom which could be used as a large primary suite or a flex space for a home office/play area. Full basement offers endless amounts of storage space. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included. New boiler plus 3 mini splits for optimul heating and cooling efficiency. Off street parking for 3 cars. This home provides an ideal setting for homesteading, gardening, or casting a line right from your own backyard. Perfect for an owner occupant or someone looking to grow their investment portfolio. Well maintained and move in ready. Call us to schedule your own private showing!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    JENNIFER HOLLISTER 717-798-8154,

    Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd,

    Listing Team: Jennifer Hollister Group

    Bought with:

    Chad Neiss, RS376525

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADA2046344MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Sitting room
    • Level: Upper
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Oil, Electric
    Cooling
    • Ductless, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,253
    • Total interior livable area: 1,253 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,253
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 560090510000000
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod,Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stick Built
    • Foundation: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1927

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: On Site Septic
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: None Available
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Hershey
    • Municipality: SOUTH HANOVER TWP

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $200/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $73,700
    • Annual tax amount: $2,215
    • Date on market: 6/12/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Inclusions: Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/9/2025Listing removed$1,950$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/31/2025Listed for rent$1,950$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/28/2025Sold$250,000$200/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA2046344 Report a problem
    6/27/2025Pending sale$250,000$200/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA2046344 Report a problem
    6/12/2025Listed for sale$250,000+35.1%$200/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA2046344 Report a problem
    10/28/2021Sold$185,000$148/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    9/14/2021Pending sale$185,000$148/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    9/7/2021Price change$185,000-2.6%$148/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    7/29/2021Price change$189,900+5.6%$152/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    1/24/2021Pending sale$179,900$144/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    12/15/2020Listed for sale$179,900$144/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADA126604 Report a problem
    10/18/2020Pending sale$179,900$144/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX at Hershey #PADA126604 Report a problem
    10/9/2020Listed for sale$179,900+130.6%$144/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX at Hershey #PADA126604 Report a problem
    7/7/2020Sold$78,000$62/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,242 +14.1%$73,700
    2023$1,965 $73,700
    2022$1,965 +2.1%$73,700
    2021$1,924 +233.5%$73,700
    2020$577 -0.3%$73,700
    2019$578 $73,700
    2018$578 $73,700
    2017-- $73,700
    2016-- $73,700
    2015-- $73,700
    2014-- $73,700
    2013-- $73,700
    2012-- $73,700
    2011-- $73,700
    2010-- $73,700
    2008-- $73,700
    2007-- $73,700
    2006-- $73,700
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 17033

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Lower Dauphin
    • District: Lower Dauphin

    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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