About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 811 JOHNS Avenue in Gettysburg, PA is listed for $399,900 ($196 per sqft). Built in 1872, the home offers 2,041 sqft of living space on a 0.25 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1872
  • 0.25 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
1 full, 1 half
1872

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

COMING SOON -- This 3BR, 1.5 BA Brick Farmhouse (a.k.a. William Johns Farmhouse) was built in 1872 and is a prominent structure in Colt Park, Gettysburg, PA. Beautifully maintained by the current owners, this home has undergone many updates and has had proper maintenance throughout their ownership.

Although it did not witness the Battle of Gettysburg, this home is depicted in the Gettysburg Cyclorama. Perfectly suited as a full-time residence or a weekend retreat, the property includes a 24 x 14 detached office or studio which provides a loft space for additional storage.

Imagine having such an artisan studio surrounded by so much history! Poised on a corner lot in Colt Park, the quarter acre property displays a park- like atmosphere while showcasing early American craftsmanship. The home's beauty and value in architectural history was recognized by the Historic Gettysburg Adams County (HGAC) Preservation Society and awarded the 2019 House Preservation Award.

Exterior trim has been recently repainted, and the slate tile roof has been professionally maintained over the years. Wood floors and trim work throughout the home add warmth and character. Kitchen and bathrooms have been updated yet maintain an aesthetic respective to the home. Just a simple walk to the Gettysburg National Military Park, antique shops and the town square. Don't miss your chance to own a part of South Central Pennsylvania's history.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,139/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$289
Interest$1,733
Insurance$117

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

811 JOHNS Avenue

Gettysburg, PA 17325

COLT PARK - GETTYSBURG BOROUGH

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Floor Plan - TraditionalFormal/Separate Dining RoomWood Floors

Property Details

Construction

Brick

Parking

On Street

Heating

Hot Water(Heating)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Built-In MicrowaveDishwasherDryerIcemakerOven/Range - ElectricRefrigeratorWasherWaterHeater

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 811 JOHNS Avenue is listed at $399,900 ($196/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,139 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1872, 0.25 acre lot, 3 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wood Floors.

This property is listed by Elva C Benjamin and can be reached at 7174206273.

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Elva C Benjamin

Agent at RE/MAX of Gettysburg

(717) 420-6273

Listed by RE/MAX of Gettysburg · View on Broker Site

MLS# PAAD2024212· Source: listhub· 2 days on market

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811 JOHNS Avenue, Gettysburg, PA 17325

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