Description
Step into history with this one-of-a-kind home in auburn, originally built in 1878 as a one-room schoolhouse. the mengel school house was decommissioned in 1943 and converted into a residence in 1947, this cherished property has been in the same family for 78 years. this solid home has 30-inch stone walls and beautiful original windows on the lower level, offering a glimpse into its storied past. the second floor was later added and just recently finished into living space. the layout includes three upstairs bedrooms, two full baths (one on each floor), and a spacious laundry/mudroom at the rear of the home. enjoy relaxing on the screened in front porch, perfect for unwinding after a long day with a fenced in front yard perfect for the kids or pets. outside, the property offers plenty of space and functionality, featuring a large shed with a wooden deck, a dog kennel with an additional shed, and a two-story workshop with two-bay garage providing ample storage and workspace with a new furnace installed in october. the through-driveway offers access from both route 895 and fort lebanon road which is very convenient. additionally, this property also includes the parcel across the street which makes the total acreage 3. 4 acres. mature beautiful landscaping will amaze in the spring along the driveway and all over the property. while the home could use some updates, it presents endless potential for those looking to restore and personalize a piece of local history. don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a unique, character-filled home! schedule your private showing today!
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
AuburnCounty
SCHUYLKILLStyle
Farmhouse/National FolkAD ID
48971389
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 3
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 3
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 3
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 2
- Full Baths: 2
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Main Floor
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Well
Interior Features
- Roof : Metal
- Basement Description: Unfinished
Roofing Information
- Metal
Equipment Information
- Negotiable
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Baseboard - Hot Water
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Oil
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1878
- Structure: Detached
- Fencing: Picket
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1878
- Construction Material: Stone
- Roof: Metal
- Foundation/Basement: Stone
- Architecture: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Pool/Private: No Pool
- Roof Type: Metal
Pool Information
- Pool: No Pool
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Fencing
- Picket
Water
- Water Heat: Oil
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 148,104
- Lot Size (Acres): 3.40
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Main Square Feet: 148,104
Property Information
- SQ ft: 1,551
- SQ ft (Living Area): 1,551
- Total Lot SQ ft: 148,104
- Subdivision: AUBURN
- Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Total Acreage: 3.40
- New Construction: No
- Type: Farmhouse/National Folk
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: 31-60 Days CD
- Days Of Market: 0
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $1,573
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- 31-60 Days CD
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $23,850
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway,Stone Driveway
- Garage: 4
- Garage Type: Additional Storage Area,Oversized
- Parking Type: Driveway,Detached Garage
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Roof: Metal
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Access from 895 and Fort Lebanon Road. GPS will guide you there.
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- School District: BLUE MOUNTAIN
Utility Information
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Hot Water: Oil
Location Information
- Direction: Access from 895 and Fort Lebanon Road. GPS will guide you there.
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 03/20/2025 @ 00:42
- MLS: PASK2020028
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