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    • Price cut: $5K (7/23)
    $225,000

    542 Race St, Harrisburg, PA 17104

    4beds
    1,620sqft
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    $1,496/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    871 Square Feet Lot
    $222,000 Zestimate®
    $139/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Timeless charmNew roofThoughtfully updatedClassic architectural details
    Move-in ready and mechanically sound, this 1900 brick townhouse in Harrisburg's walkable Shipoke neighborhood has already had the big-ticket items handled - so you can skip the renovation stress and start building equity from day one. Recent updates include a new roof and gutters (2025), new HVAC (2022), new water heater (2023), sewer line replacement (2024), and a 3rd-floor mini-split (2022). Inside, 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths are spread across three finished levels, with a bonus 3rd-floor room ready to flex as a home office, studio, or rental-ready guest space. A gas fireplace anchors the main living area. With no HOA, a low-maintenance lot, and steps to City Island, the riverfront trail, and downtown dining, this is a smart, low-friction buy in one of the city's most walkable pockets. Schedule your showing today.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    ADAM OSBORN 303-517-0134,

    Keller Williams of Central PA 7177614300

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADA2061492MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,620
      • Total interior livable area: 1,620 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,620
      • 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: 871 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 010570110000000
      • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Permanent
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Harrisburg
      • Municipality: CITY OF HARRISBURG

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $139/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $96,900
      • Annual tax amount: $5,044
      • Date on market: 6/26/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $222,000

        $211,000 - $233,000

        $1,930/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/23/2026Price change$225,000-2.2%$139/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PADA2061492 Report a problem
        6/8/2026Price change$230,000-6.1%$142/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PADA2059920 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Listed for sale$245,000+75%$151/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PADA2059920 Report a problem
        4/28/2020Sold$140,000$86/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/15/2020Pending sale$140,000$86/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem
        4/4/2020Listed for sale$140,000$86/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem
        4/1/2020Pending sale$140,000$86/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem
        2/27/2020Price change$140,000-6.7%$86/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem
        2/5/2020Price change$150,000-6.3%$93/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem
        1/10/2020Listed for sale$160,000$99/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Realty Services #PADA118226 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,761 $96,600
        2023$4,761 $96,600
        2022$4,761 +2.1%$96,600
        2021$4,664 +568.2%$96,600
        2020$698 $96,600
        2019$698 $96,600
        2018-- $96,600
        2017$3,775 $96,600
        2016-- $96,600
        2015-- $96,600
        2014-- $96,600
        2013-- $96,600
        2012-- $96,600
        2011-- $96,600
        2010-- $96,600
        2008-- $96,600
        2007-- $96,600
        2006-- $96,600
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Shipoke

        Getting around

        55 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        46 / 100
        Some Transit
        62 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Harrisburg
        • District: Harrisburg City

        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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