Welcome to 970 Rakestraw Road, a blend of classic elegance and modern amenities in the heart of Fairfield Woods. This property offers stunning, mountain views and an open-concept living space with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a grand stone fireplace. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, top-tier appliances, custom cabinetry, and a spacious island perfect for entertaining. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet, spa-like en suite bathroom, and a private balcony with breathtaking views. Four additional bedrooms and bathrooms provide ample space for family or guests. Every inch of this home has been meticulously updated - see the improvement list for details. This home is conveniently located near Walmart, Lowes, and Weis, offering the perfect mix of luxury and convenience. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $860,000
$860,000
970 Rakestraw Rd, Montoursville, PA 17754
5beds
5,155sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
-- sqft lot
$886,400 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$3,723 Estimated rent
Home value
$886,400
$656,000 - $1.19M
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Mountain viewsPrivate balconyCustom cabinetryPrimary suiteSpacious islandOpen-concept living spaceGrand stone fireplace
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Listed by:
Julie Williams 570-916-3341,
Iron Valley Real Estate North Central PA
Bought with:
Non Member
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALY2002030
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Exercise Room, Great Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 1, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony Access, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Upper
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Bedroom 1
- Features: Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Counters, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Family room
- Features: Basement - Finished, Cedar Closet(s), Fireplace - Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 759 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 23
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 6
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Great room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 23
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Double Sink, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 19
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Office
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Central Vacuum, Trash Compactor, Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Double Oven, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Cedar Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Insert, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,155
- Total interior livable area: 5,155 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,645
- Finished area below ground: 1,510
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Attached, Detached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Features: Mountain
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 12331143.01
- Zoning: R-A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic, Holding Tank
- Water: Well, Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane, Cable, DSL, Satellite Internet Service, LTE Internet Service
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,200 annually
Location
- Region: Montoursville
- Municipality: FAIRFIELD TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $167/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $440,370
- Annual tax amount: $10,388
- Date on market: 4/4/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Inclusions: Double Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Wine Fridge, Compactor, Wash / Dryer, Safe In Basement, Garage Fridge
- Exclusions: Hot Tub, Sauna Is Negotiable
- Ownership: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $860,000-9.5%$167/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALY2002030 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Contingent | $949,900$184/sqft |
Source: West Branch Valley AOR #WB-101187 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Price change | $949,900-13.6%$184/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALY2002030 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+134%$213/sqft |
Source: West Branch Valley AOR #WB-100360 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2017 | Sold | $470,000-14.5%$91/sqft |
Source: West Branch Valley AOR #WB-80383 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $550,000+34.1%$107/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2010 | Sold | $410,000-16.2%$80/sqft |
Source: West Branch Valley AOR #WB-59691 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2010 | Price change | $489,000-2.2%$95/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #59691 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2010 | Pending sale | $499,900$97/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #59691 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2009 | Price change | $499,900-8.9%$97/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #54104 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2008 | Listed for sale | $549,000$106/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #54104 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,142 | $440,370 |
| 2024 | $10,142 | $440,370 |
| 2023 | $10,142 | $440,370 |
| 2022 | $10,142 +1.3% | $440,370 |
| 2021 | $10,010 | $440,370 |
| 2020 | $10,010 +6.5% | $440,370 |
| 2018 | $9,402 +5.3% | $440,370 |
| 2017 | $8,931 +3.4% | $440,370 |
| 2016 | $8,640 | $440,370 |
| 2015 | $8,640 | $440,370 |
| 2014 | -- | $440,370 |
| 2013 | -- | $440,370 +0% |
| 2012 | -- | $440,368 |
| 2011 | -- | $440,368 |
| 2010 | -- | $440,368 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $440,370 |
| 2007 | -- | $440,370 |
| 2006 | -- | $440,370 |
| 2005 | -- | $440,370 +65% |
| 2004 | -- | $266,918 |
| 2003 | -- | $266,918 |
| 2002 | -- | $266,918 |
| 2000 | -- | $266,918 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17754
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10C E McCall Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Montoursville Area Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Lyter El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Montoursville Area
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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