5865 Charlestown Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 - Photo 1

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$231,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
2,240 Sq. Ft.
1 Carport

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Property Description

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!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5865 Charlestown Rd

General

Sold For: $231,000
Taxes: $2,266 (2019)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAFL2030792
Added to Site: 88 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen
Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Brick
Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting

Parking

Carport Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Carport, Driveway

Location

Area: Montgomery Twp (14517)
Municipality: MONTGOMERY TWP
County: FRANKLIN
Subdivision: MONTGOMERY TWP
Driving Directions: From the square in Mercersburg, follow Route 16 West. Turn left onto Charlestown Rd. Property is on the right.

School Information

School District: Tuscarora

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump - Oil BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: On Site Septic
Water: Private/Community Water

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Interior Access, Walkout Stairs
Foundation: Block
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 2,240
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,120 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,120 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1968
Year Built Source: Estimated

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,038
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $178.48
School Tax: $1,744
City/TownTax: $142
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $380
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $13,060
Tax Amount: $2,266
Tax Year: 2019
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Storage Shed, Playground Equipment, Exterior House Generator Plug With Connecting Cord, Whole House Water Filter, Water Heater
Lot Number: 10

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Schools

Schools serving 5865 Charlestown Rd

School District:Tuscarora School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Mercersburg El School 30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA 17236	K-5	1.8 mi
James Buchanan Middle School 5191 Fort Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236	6-8	2.4 mi
James Buchanan High School 4773 Fort Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236	9-12	2.3 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 5865 Charlestown Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/21/2025

Sold

$231,000

15.56%

MLS

10/22/2025

Listed

$199,900

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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.

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Total Bath
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Total Baths
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Active
Updated 2 days ago

3
Beds
1
Total Bath
1,372
Sq. Ft.

Listed by RE/MAX Realty Agency, Inc., Kelli S Stouffer

5865 Charlestown Road, Mercersburg, PA 17236 (MLS# PAFL2030792) is a Single Family property that was sold at $231,000 on November 21, 2025. This property was listed by Jake Statler from our Greencastle Office.Want to learn more about 5865 Charlestown 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.

5865 Charlestown Rd Mercersburg, PA 17236