Sold for $485,000 on 12/19/23
$485,000
199 Orviston Mountain Rd, Howard, PA 16841
4beds
2,208sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1879
26.31 Acres Lot
$564,200 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$2,490 Estimated rent
Home value
$564,200
$519,000 - $615,000
$2,490/mo
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What's special
Peaceful 26.31 acre, recreational/lifestyle farmette with tranquil stream offers a rich history with modern updates and conveniences. This loved and cared for 1800’s property features original exposed wood beams combined with comfortable design elements. Enjoy meals in the fully renovated, generous eat-in kitchen, featuring SS appliances, tasteful quartz countertops, tile backsplash and floors. The family room and living room with brick surround wood-burning stove are spacious and provide ideal places to relax. Value a main floor primary bedroom and nicely updated full bath with hookups for a stackable washer and dryer. A tiled foyer and handy half bath complete the main living area. Above is another primary bedroom with an updated, private full bath and two additional bedrooms. Below is a rec room with pool table and bar area. Value year-round comfort and energy efficiency with a geothermal heating and cooling system. From windows listen to sounds of the babbling Romola Branch Creek which meanders through the property, complemented by ponds with frog songs, a haven for various types of habitats--Habitat Restoration Project document available upon request. Unwind on the covered porch, offering an ideal vantage point to take in the property’s abundant birds and other wildlife. There is ample space for gardening, animals/livestock; mature hardwood trees to harvest if you wish; and fishing to enjoy. Additional amenities include storage options, with a small barn and additional outbuildings. This is much more than a home – it's a gateway to a new way of living.
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: December 19, 2023 at 05:58am
Listed by:
Beth Richards 814-360-4045,
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower,
Listing Team: Beth Richards | Sandy Stover Group
Bought with:
Nik Stover, RS354415
Kissinger, Bigatel & Brower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACE2507794
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Geothermal, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,208
- Total interior livable area: 2,208 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,208
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 26.31 Acres
- Features: Fishing Available, Stream/Creek
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 03008,052,0000
- Zoning: AG
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1879
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Howard
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: CURTIN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2023 | Sold | $485,000-9%$220/sqft |
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| 10/19/2023 | Pending sale | $533,000$241/sqft |
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| 9/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $533,000$241/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,712 +7.5% | $49,235 +1.2% |
| 2023 | $2,522 -2.6% | $48,635 |
| 2022 | $2,590 +0.2% | $48,635 -30% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 16841
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Liberty-Curtin El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 5 mi
- 5/10Central Mountain Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 10.8 mi
- 4/10Central Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Keystone Central
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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