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  • $325,000

    557 Nelson St, Chambersburg, PA 17201

    3beds
    1,800sqft
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    $2,147/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $181/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original unpainted wood workSpacious updated kitchen
    Beautiful pre1900s "Sears" home filled with character and charm. Ready for you to move right in. Original unpainted wood work. Large living room and dinning room with hardwood floors. Spacious updated kitchen enough room to have a kitchen table with heated floor. Original butlers pantry with pass through to dinning room. All 3 Bedrooms are spacious with enough room for king size bed. Upstairs bathroom features a Jacuzzi Tub and shower. Finished bonus room/den in the basement. Attic has lots of space and could be turned into a master suite. Central heat and Air conditioning through-out. Whimsical gardens around the property. Backyard boasts a large deck for cookouts and relaxing. 2 car garage with extra parking space next to it for off street parking.
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    Listed by:

    JOHN KELL 717-574-8851,

    RE/MAX 1st Advantage (717) 591-5555

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAFL2037652MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Window Unit(s), Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Rear Entrance,Sump Pump,Shelving,Interior Entry,Improved
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,800
      • Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,800

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Rear, Driveway, Detached, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Doors, Accessible Hallway(s)
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: Community
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade
      • Parcel number: 031C59.094.000000
      • Zoning: RESIDENTAIL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Chambersburg Borough
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Chambersburg
      • Municipality: CHAMBERSBURG BORO

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $181/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $17,850
      • Annual tax amount: $3,673
      • Date on market: 9/14/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Inclusions: Refrigerator Washer & Dryer
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/14/2026Listed for sale$325,000+85.8%$181/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAFL2037652 Report a problem
        3/1/2018Sold$174,900-1.2%$97/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/22/2010Sold$177,000-1.6%$98/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/14/2010Listed for sale$179,900$100/sqft
        Source: NRT Harrisburg #FL7307976 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$3,612 +2%$17,850
        2025$3,541 +1.5%$17,850
        2024$3,488 +5.4%$17,850
        2023$3,309 +2.8%$17,850
        2022$3,219 +0.6%$17,850
        2021$3,201 +2.2%$17,850
        2020$3,131 +3.9%$17,850
        2018$3,013 +489.2%$17,850
        2017$511 $17,850
        2016$511 +7.3%$17,850
        2015$477 $17,850
        2014$477 $17,850
        2013$477 +2.9%$17,850
        2012$463 $17,850
        2011$463 $17,850
        2010$463 +2%$17,850
        2009$454 +15.9%$17,850
        2008$392 +0.9%$17,850
        2007$388 $17,850
        2006$388 -67.5%$17,850
        2005$1,196 +300%$17,850
        2004$299 +13.6%$17,850
        2003$263 +35.3%$17,850
        2000$195 $17,850
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 17201

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Chambersburg Area

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