Solid brick rancher with beautiful country views and a quiet setting, just minutes from town! This 3 bed 1 bath home sits on nearly a half acre and offers 1,120 finished sqft on the main level, plus a full unfinished basement for storage or future potential. Hardwood floors run throughout much of the home, and the cozy brick fireplace adds a sense of warmth to the colder months. The property includes an attached carport with additional parking on the side, storage shed, fire pit area, and stunning views overlooking farm fields and the valley below. Recent updates include a new heat pump (2023), upgraded 200+ amp electric, whole house generator exterior plug with cord, and fiber optic internet service. Heating is electric with oil backup. The township offers free trash drop off. Located in the Tuscarora School District, this home combines peaceful rural living with close access to town conveniences. A rare find: move-in ready brick home on almost half an acre for just under $200K — don’t miss this opportunity!
Sold for $231,000
$231,000
5865 Charlestown Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236
3beds
1,120sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.46 Acres Lot
$238,100 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$1,680 Estimated rent
Home value
$238,100
$212,000 - $267,000
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Cozy brick fireplaceAttached carportQuiet settingFire pit areaBeautiful country viewsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Jake Statler 717-404-4753,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Amy Kuhaneck, AB068069
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAFL2030792
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,240
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 170J01.014.000000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private/Community Water
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Mercersburg
- Subdivision: Montgomery Twp
- Municipality: MONTGOMERY TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $231,000+15.6%$206/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAFL2030792 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900$178/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAFL2030792 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900+49.2%$178/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAFL2030792 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2019 | Sold | $134,000-7.3%$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2019 | Pending sale | $144,500$129/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PAFL108936 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $144,500+36.3%$129/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PAFL108936 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2014 | Sold | $106,000+1%$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2013 | Pending sale | $105,000$94/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Premier Realty #FL8231468 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2013 | Price change | $105,000-9.4%$94/sqft |
Source: Listhub #FL8088225 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $115,900$103/sqft |
Source: Listhub #FL8088225 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,174 +2.8% | $13,060 |
| 2023 | $2,116 +1.6% | $13,060 |
| 2022 | $2,083 | $13,060 |
| 2021 | $2,083 +0.9% | $13,060 |
| 2020 | $2,063 +2.7% | $13,060 |
| 2018 | $2,009 +437% | $13,060 |
| 2017 | $374 +5.7% | $13,060 +5.7% |
| 2016 | $354 +7.3% | $12,350 |
| 2015 | $330 | $12,350 |
| 2014 | $330 | $12,350 |
| 2013 | $330 +2.9% | $12,350 |
| 2012 | $320 | $12,350 |
| 2011 | $320 | $12,350 |
| 2010 | $320 +2% | $12,350 |
| 2009 | $314 +15.9% | $12,350 |
| 2008 | $271 +0.9% | $12,350 |
| 2007 | $269 | $12,350 |
| 2006 | $269 -74.9% | $12,350 |
| 2005 | $1,069 +416.8% | $12,350 |
| 2004 | $207 +13.6% | $12,350 |
| 2003 | $182 +35.3% | $12,350 |
| 2000 | $135 | $12,350 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17236
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mercersburg El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10James Buchanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 4/10James Buchanan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Tuscarora
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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- Pennsylvania
- Franklin County
- Mercersburg
- 17236
- 5865 Charlestown Rd
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