Remarkable 2 story colonial with bonus all one level detached building with many possible uses within borough guidelines such as coffee shop, hair salon, spa, art gallery or clothing boutique. If you've been dreaming of having your own small business, this may be your opportunity because the location and single level building with courtyard and adjacent public parking are ideal for a small business, all while living in the historic home that's in walking distance to a recreation park, beautiful new apartment complex and more. This period home with huge 2 story addition boasts a modern stunning fully equipped kitchen/dining/sitting area with oversized replacement windows overlooking the yards and gardens while allowing tons of natural light inside. The modest sized main level bedroom has an adjacent beautifully remodeled bathroom with huge tiled walk in shower. Exposed brick walls, spiral staircase, wood burning kitchen fireplace are just a few of the unique amenities this home has to offer. The property previously had been a century old greenhouse business serving the area for generations. Current owner created a park like setting on the grounds inside the newly erected 6 foot tall block wall allowing for privacy, reflection and relaxation. Abundant yard space with paver patios and sidewalks create a garden like area to enjoy the outdoor space in a small city setting. Still plenty of room to add a garage and/or off street parking area. Easy access to highways, shopping, restaurants, hospital, downtown and more!!
For sale
$650,000
473 S 2nd St, Chambersburg, PA 17201
4beds
2,654sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.82 Acres Lot
$625,200 Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden like areaSpiral staircaseOversized replacement windowsRemodeled bathroomPaver patiosTons of natural lightExposed brick walls
- 145 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 07, 2025 at 12:25pm
Listed by:
Arlene Unger 717-404-2680,
RE/MAX Results 240-707-3200,
Listing Team: The Arlene Unger Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAFL2023878

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Study
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,654
- Total interior livable area: 2,654 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,654
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Enclosed, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Masonry/Stone,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.82 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Additional parcels included: 3 LOTS TOTAL
- Parcel number: 041E17.010.000000/02
- Zoning: MDR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Chambersburg Borough
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chambersburg
- Municipality: CHAMBERSBURG BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $245/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $27,410
- Annual tax amount: $5,041
- Date on market: 1/29/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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