Handyman Special – Instant Equity Opportunity! Welcome to 242 N 2nd St in Steelton Borough, a fantastic opportunity for investors or buyers looking to build serious sweat equity. This home needs major TLC but offers incredible potential with solid bones and a functional layout. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, kitchen, full bathroom, and an enclosed rear porch for added living space. The second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms, while the third-level attic provides a large bonus area that could easily be converted into a third bedroom, office, or flex space. The full basement offers plenty of storage and additional potential. Outside, enjoy a nicely sized backyard in a great neighborhood setting. The property is being sold strictly as-is, and the seller will make no repairs. With the right vision, this one is a true value-add opportunity that won’t last—schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $56,000
$56,000
242 N 2nd St, Steelton, PA 17113
2beds
862sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1,307 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$65/sqft
$1,086 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Fingerman 267-549-8284,
HomeSmart Realty Advisors
Bought with:
NON MEMBER, 0225194075
Non Subscribing Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADA2058942
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 862
- Total interior livable area: 862 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 862
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,307 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 590150030000000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Steelton
- Subdivision: Steelton Borough
- Municipality: STEELTON BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Sold | $56,000-6.5%$65/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADA2058942 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $59,900-7.8%$69/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2058942 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Price change | $65,000-7%$75/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2058942 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $69,900$81/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2058942 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listing removed | $69,900$81/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2057024 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $69,900-6.8%$81/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2057024 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $75,000-6.1%$87/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2057024 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $79,900+166.3%$93/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADA2057024 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Sold | $30,000$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,302 | $26,200 |
| 2023 | $1,302 | $26,200 |
| 2022 | $1,302 | $26,200 |
| 2021 | $1,302 +123.6% | $26,200 |
| 2020 | $582 -8.3% | $26,200 |
| 2019 | $635 -42.2% | $26,200 |
| 2018 | $1,098 | $26,200 |
| 2017 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $26,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $26,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Steelton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Steelton-Highspire El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Steelton-Highspire High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Steelton-highspire Jr-sr High School
- District: Steelton-highspire
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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