Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2026
Listed
$749,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Exceptional 26-Acre Farmette on Shimpstown Road, Mercersburg, PA Nestled on approximately 26 picturesque acres in historic Mercersburg, this remarkable farmette offers stunning views of Whitetail Ski Resort, beautiful mountain scenery, and the perfect blend of country charm and modern comfort. The farmhouse has been lovingly maintained and is truly showroom ready. Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its character, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The third bedroom is conveniently located on the main level and is currently being used as a den, making it ideal for a home office, guest room, or flex space. A full bath is located on the main level, while the upper level offers two spacious bedrooms and a second full bath. Step outside and enjoy the incredible outdoor living spaces, including a large covered deck with ceiling fans, beautiful stone patios, and a second-story balcony overlooking the mountains. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply relaxing after a long day, this property offers countless places to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The property also features an above-ground pool with a large deck, several well-maintained outbuildings, open pastures, and fields currently maintained by a local farmer. An added bonus is the potential for an additional building lot, providing an excellent opportunity for a guest house, family member's home, rental property, or future dream home. To complement the farmhouse's historic charm, some antique furnishings may convey with the property. This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey country estate offering acreage, views, charm, and endless possibilities in one of Franklin County's most scenic locations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 10173 Shimpstown Rd
General
- Price: $749,900
- Taxes: $3,366 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAFL2034796
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 19 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Screened Porch
- Interior Features: Attic, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove, Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Above Ground, Vinyl
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony, Enclosed, Patio(s), Porch(es), Terrace
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 14
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Crushed Stone
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area
Location
- Area: Montgomery Twp (14517)
- Municipality: MONTGOMERY TWP
- County: FRANKLIN
- Driving Directions: Rt 416 to take Shimpstown road. The lane is before the park entrance. GPS takes you to the park...the actual lane is before the park.
School Information
- School District: Tuscarora
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Shake Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Walkout Stairs, Connecting Stairway, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,115
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,515 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,515 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s), Machine Shed, Storage Barn/Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Mountain, Panoramic, Pasture, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 26.4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,149,984
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel, Stone
- Zoning: AG
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Adjoins - Open Space, Landscaping, Rural, Secluded, Trees/Wooded
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $298.17
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,707
- City/TownTax: $51
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $581
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $19,980
- Tax Amount: $3,366
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Samson Properties, Steven L Powell
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Schools
Schools serving 10173 Shimpstown Rd
School District:Tuscarora School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Montgomery El School, Mercersburg, PA 9138 Fort Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
James Buchanan Middle School 5191 Fort Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 | 6-8 | 3.9 mi |
James Buchanan High School 4773 Fort Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 | 9-12 | 4.2 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 10173 Shimpstown Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 10173 Shimpstown Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$3,367
2%
$19,980
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2024
$3,287
2%
$19,980
—
2023
$3,237
2%
$19,980
—
2022
$3,187
—
$19,980
—
2021
$3,187
1%
$19,980
—
2020
$3,157
2%
$19,980
—
2019
$3,104
3%
$19,980
—
2018
$3,002
2%
$19,980
—
2017
$2,955
1%
$19,980
—
2016
$2,925
10%
$19,980
8%
2015
$2,652
2%
$18,550
—
2014
$2,596
—
$18,550
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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10173 Shimpstown Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 (MLS# PAFL2034796) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 10173 Shimpstown Road is currently listed for $749,900 and was received on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 10173 Shimpstown Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mercersburg? You can browse all Mercersburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.