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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom historic home nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Mechanicsburg. This timeless property blends classic charm with thoughtful updates, offering a perfect mix of character and convenience. From the moment you step onto the inviting front porch, you'll appreciate the craftsmanship and architectural detail of this stately residence. Inside, you'll find rich hardwood flooring, high ceilings, and original woodwork that showcase the home's 19th-century roots, while modern touches like updated and spacious kitchen that offer everyday comfort. The first floor has an updated open kitchen, a laundry room/powder room, and a formal dining room with original hardwood floors and log wood accent wall. Upstairs, you'll find 3-bedrooms, with a pass-through bonus room. The full bathroom upstairs consists of both a soaking tub as well as a standup shower. Out back, a private fenced yard and off-street parking make this home both functional and family-friendly. The detached shed offers additional storage or workshop space. Located just steps from local cafes, shops, parks, and schools, this property offers the best of walkable small-town living with easy access to major highways and commuter routes. This home is zoned mixed residential & commercial, allowing you multiple uses for this property. With newer tankless water system, a roof less than 10 years old, and newer natural gas heating system, this home has a lot going for it. Priced so that the new owner can add their personal touches and experience some equity growth along the way. Come make this your home today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 226 E Main St
General
- Sold For: $205,000
- Taxes: $3,351 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PACB2044752
- Added to Site: 222 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Stone Driveway
- Parking Type: On Street, Off Street
Location
- Area: Mechanicsburg Boro (14416)
- Municipality: MECHANICSBURG BORO
- County: CUMBERLAND
- Subdivision: MECHANICSBURG BOROUGH
- Driving Directions: From 581 W: Take exit 4 toward PA-641 onto Central Blvd; Turn right onto Trindle Rd (PA-641 W) toward Mechanicsburg (Go for 2.8 mi.); Continue on E Main St (PA-641), go for 0.3 mi and end at 226 E Main St.
- Historic District: Yes
School Information
- School District: Mechanicsburg Area
- High School: Mechanicsburg Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Tankless
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Log, Aluminum Siding, Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar, Block
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,900 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,485
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 105-RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIA
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $115.74
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,324
- City/TownTax: $617
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $409
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $142,500
- Tax Amount: $3,351
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1900
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by VIP Realty Group, LLC, Travis Wylie
Sold by Straub & Associates Real Estate, Timothy F Straub
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Schools
Schools serving 226 E Main St
School District:Mechanicsburg Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mechanicsburg Middle School 1750 South Market Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 | 6-8 | 2.1 mi |
Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School 500 South Broad Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 226 E Main St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Sold
$205,000
-6.78%
MLS
9/17/2025
Price Reduced
$219,900
-2.22%
MLS
8/31/2025
Price Reduced
$224,900
-1.79%
MLS
8/06/2025
Price Reduced
$229,000
-4.58%
MLS
7/25/2025
Listed
$240,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
226 E Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (MLS# PACB2044752) is a Single Family property that was sold at $205,000 on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 226 E Main Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mechanicsburg? You can browse all Mechanicsburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

