About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 1901 POTATO VALLEY Road in Harrisburg, PA is listed for $499,000 ($126 per sqft). Built in 1945, the home offers 3,971 sqft of living space on a 3.63 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1945
  • 3.63 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 4 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
4-car garage
1945

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Welcome to this truly one-of-a-kind property! This raised ranch/bilevel home totaling over 3,971 square feet of finished living space is situated on 3.7 picturesque acres and offers an estate-like setting with a covered front porch, stately white columns, and a peaceful stream flowing along the front of the property.

Custom mahogany front doors with stained glass greet you into the property. Step inside to the main level foyer featuring hardwood floors and stone wall accents. The spacious recreation room offers luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lighting, while a main-level bedroom boasts laminate flooring and a ceiling fan.

The luxurious family room/den is a showstopper, featuring tiled plank flooring, vaulted ceilings with wood beams, built-in bookcases, double closets, outdoor access, and a propane fireplace. This versatile space could also serve as a fifth-bedroom or office.

Convenient main-level laundry includes luxury vinyl plank flooring, utility sink with adjacent granite counter, built-in cabinetry, and an attached half bath. Upstairs, a second foyer landing with hardwood floors and an electric fireplace creates a welcoming cozy area that leads into additional rooms with Southern yellow pine flooring.

The spacious living room features built-in shelving flanking a wood-burning fireplace, and crown molding. The formal dining room boasts chair rail, a gorgeous chandelier, and a built-in glass corner china cabinet. The eat-in kitchen offers tile flooring, skylight, granite countertops, new refrigerator, brick-tile backsplash, Kraft Maid Brand Maple cabinetry with select roll-out drawers, built-in corner cabinet, and a large wall pantry.

The kitchen opens to a spacious breakfast area with a wood stove and outdoor access. The primary suite features hardwood floors, ceiling fan, window treatments, walk-in closet, additional closet, and an attached full bath. A separate area on this level offers excellent potential for in-law or guest quarters, complete with bedroom, living room/office space, and a newly updated full bath.

An additional spacious third bedroom features hardwood floors, ceiling fan, bench window seat, and built-in bookshelf, while a third full bath completes the upper level. Outside, enjoy the covered patio overlooking the backyard and beautiful tree-lined views with fruit trees (apple/apricot) and chestnut/black walnut trees.

Approximately half of the property is cleared and grassy, while the remaining acreage is wooded, providing a wonderful balance of usable space and privacy. The property also includes a shed and a 1.5-car detached garage/outbuilding with a new door, perfect for storage of outdoor equipment and tools.

A separate 30x50 (1,500 square feet) detached four-car garage features new oversized doors with remote openers, 60 amp subpanel, 220 Volt outlet, French drain and a chimney for a furnace or wood stove, while the circular driveway provides abundant parking.

All outbuildings have electric. Additional features include a whole-house generator, new washer and dryer and a newer heat pump in 2024 for energy-efficient, cost-effective heating. With its expansive acreage, versatile living spaces, exceptional storage, and peaceful setting, this remarkable property truly offers a lifestyle that is difficult to find.

The local area has many outdoor recreational opportunities to include a swim club, golf courses, Boyd's Big Tree Conservation Area, Fort Hunter Park, State Game Lands, Shopping and less than 10 miles to Downtown Harrisburg. Dreaming of a horse property or starting your own homestead? The zoning allows for up to two (2) head of livestock or horses, offering a wonderful opportunity to bring your rural lifestyle dreams to life. Get the horse you've always wanted! Truly, a joy to own!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,669/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$361
Interest$2,162
Insurance$146

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1901 POTATO VALLEY Road

Harrisburg, PA 17112

NONE AVAILABLE

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Built-InsCeiling Fan(s)CarpetChair RailingsCrown MoldingsDining AreaEntry Level BedroomKitchen - Eat-InPantryPrimary Bath(s)Skylight(s)Stove - WoodUpgraded CountertopsWalk-in Closet(s)Window TreatmentsWood FloorsFormal/Separate Dining Room

Property Details

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Parking

Garage - DetachedDriveway

Heating

SteamHeat Pump (Heating)

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)Heat PumpWindow Unit(s)Whole House FanCentral Air

Appliances

CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerOven/Range - ElectricRefrigeratorWasher

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 1901 POTATO VALLEY Road is listed at $499,000 ($126/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,669 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1945, 3.63 acre lot, 2 stories, 4 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Carpet.

This property is listed by JOY DANIELS.

JD

JOY DANIELS

License RM421836

Agent at Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, LTD

Listed by Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, LTD · Broker phone: (717) 695-3177 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# PADA2064596· Source: Bright MLS· 34 days on PropertySimple

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1901 POTATO VALLEY Road, Harrisburg, PA 17112

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