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Property Description
For Rent: Historic German Brownstone Farmhouse in Derry Township. Discover the charm of this beautifully restored German Brownstone farmhouse, nestled on a serene 3-acre parcel in the heart of South Central Pennsylvania. This exceptional rental opportunity places you just 5 minutes from Penn State Hershey Medical Center, with easy access to major cities like Harrisburg, Lancaster, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. This home offers a unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. The secluded property is ideal for those seeking tranquility, with the added benefit of accommodating horses, goats, and chickens (zoning details available on the Derry Township website). The house itself is rich in history, featuring unpainted extensive woodwork, original exposed beams, antique black cast iron thumb latches, and 200-year-old hand-made glass windows. Step into the former front parlor, now a welcoming living room with newly refinished wide plank floors, complemented by original old growth pine on the second floor and 70-year-old solid oak pegged floors on the main level. A well-drafted fireplace with a Heatilator system ensures warmth and comfort. The kitchen is a chef's delight, with bespoke Black Walnut cabinets made from trees on the property, a new Bosch refrigerator, a high-end Viking range, and Lapidus granite countertops. Four spacious bedrooms featuring exposed beams and rich hardwood floors are perfect for those who appreciate rustic charm. The updated bathrooms combine sleek, modern fixtures with the timeless appeal of this historic home. Enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting, complete with a curved brick patio under an ancient Dogwood tree, a converted cistern fishpond, and a secluded pool area surrounded by cottage gardens. The property also includes a 1760s log cabin, offering potential as a guest house or pool house. Additional features include a newly carpeted third floor, cedar-lined closets, potential for bedroom expansion into suites, and B&B zoning potential. This is more than just a place to live; it's an opportunity to reside in a piece of history, carefully preserved and updated for modern living. Don't miss out on making this extraordinary farmhouse your next home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 660 Stauffers Church Rd
General
- Rent: $5,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PADA2058292
- Updated: 5/3/2026
- Added to Site: 27 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 60
- Min. Lease (Mths): 6
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 14
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Heatilator, Mantel(s), Wood
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 6
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Fenced, In Ground
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 9
- Parking Features: Private, Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Derry Twp (14024)
- Municipality: DERRY TWP
- County: DAUPHIN
- Cross Streets: Fishburn Rd
- Driving Directions: Follow I-83 N, US-322 E and W Governor Rd to Meadow Ln in Hershey. Continue on Meadow Ln. L/Bachmanville Rd. Straight onto Felty Mill Rd. L/Stauffers Church Rd. Home on R.
- Direction Faces: North
- Location Details: Rural
School Information
- School District: Derry Township
- Elementary School: Hershey Primary Elementary
- Middle School: Hershey Middle School
- High School: Hershey High School
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Addendum/De
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric, Wood Burn Stove
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood, Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone, Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Dirt Floor, Partial
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate, Metal
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls, Paneled Walls, Wood Ceilings
- Windows: Wood Frame, Storm, Screens
- Doors: Storm
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 3,460
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,460 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,460 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 0%
- Year Built: 1812
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods, Garden/Lawn
- Lot Size (Acres): 3
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 130,680
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Lot Description: Not In Development, Rural, Backs to Trees, Cleared, Open, Private, Secluded, Front Yard, Landscaping, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Picket, Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.45
- Application Fee: $50
- Security Deposit: $5,000
- Pet Deposit: $250
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, washer, dryer.
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Kara Ioli Pierce
Schools
Schools serving 660 Stauffers Church Rd
School District:Derry Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hershey Early Childhood Center 450-Rear Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033 | K-1 | 2.8 mi |
Hershey Primary El School 450 Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033 | 2-3 | 2.8 mi |
Hershey Intrmd El School 450 Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033 | 4-5 | 2.8 mi |
Hershey Middle School 500 Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033 | 6-8 | 2.6 mi |
Hershey High School 550 Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 660 Stauffers Church Rd
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5/03/2026
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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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