827 Philadelphia Avenue

CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201

  • 6 Bed(s)
  • 5.5 Bath(s)
  • 0 Sqft
  • 137214
    Sqft(Lot)
$1,149,000

Description

Truly one of a kind. known as "oak hill" this italianate villa has been restored to all its grandeur. the property is currently operating as a successful vacation rental property. it is managed by the evolve hospitality company and is advertised on vacation marketplace sites such as airbnb, vrbo and marriott fine homes. this can be haulted at anytime, contact listing agent for additional info. this mansion boasts 6 bedrooms, 5 and a half bathrooms, 3.15 +/- acres, over 9,700 +/- total square feet, 11 foot ceilings, ornate moldings, inlaid hardwood floors, 5 fireplaces, large functioning pocket doors, multiple covered porches and deck. the majority of the furnishings will remain. a more detailed list is available but in general it includes most of the antique furnishings shown in the pictures. construction began prior to the civil war and was completed afterward. the first family to occupy oak hill was the honorable william stenger in 1875. mr. stenger served as the district attorney of franklin county. the current owners, who purchased the home in 1995 have meticulously restored and added to the home with no expense spared. first floor living room, billiard room, parlor, sunroom, grand formal dining room with custom made chandelier from prague and fireplace, doors wrapped in fine italian leather lead into the butler's pantry and mudroom. monticello style window leads you from the living room to the covered wraparound porch. part of the modern two-story addition, the kitchen includes; a sub-zero refrigerator, wolf gas range, professional grade hood, two bosch dishwashers, built-in sub-zero icemaker, sub-zero wine cooler, built-in sub-zero food warmer, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, heated hardwood floors, dining area with fireplace, walk out to covered porch and deck. the mezzanine area consists of heated floors, sitting area, second floor porch, full bath with washer and dryer, a bedroom currently used as a media room with a fireplace and full bathroom. continuing to the second floor you'll find a large center hall, 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a sleeping porch that's accessed from a bedroom via a monticello style window. the primary suite consists of a walk-in closet and access to a jack and jill bathroom. 2 separate walk-up floored attics, the main attic has a widow's walk. the full basement includes a spacious workshop, fitness room, game room, utility room, a 19th century brick wine cellar, multiple large unfinished rooms great for storage. basement is walkout level to backyard. inground pool with pool house. expansive backyard backs to trees. 2 car attached garage, carriage porte-cochère, circular driveway. extensive landscaping. adjacent to wilson college. minutes to i-81. convenient to schools, shopping, grocery, etc. an information package is available, including details of the extensive renovations and history.

  • Property Type

    Residential
  • Subdivision

    Chambersburg
  • County

    FRANKLIN
  • Style

    Victorian
  • AD ID

    48245065

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Property Details

  • Bedroom Information

    • Total Bedrooms : 6
    • Master Bedroom Level: 0
    • Total Bedroom (Upper): 6
    • Bedroom Upper Level 1: 6

    Bathroom Information

    • Total Baths: 6
    • Full Baths: 5
    • Half Baths: 1

    Water/Sewer

    • Water Source : Public

    Room Information

    • Patio/Porch Features: Porch(es),Deck(s),Wrap Around

    Interior Features

    • Additional Stairway,Attic,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Gourmet,Pantry,Walk-in Closet(s),Other,Wine Storage,Wood Floors
    • Basement Description: Full,Improved,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Partially Finished,Workshop,Other,Walkout Level
    • Property Appliances: Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Icemaker,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Dryer

    Heating & Cooling

    • Cooling: Central A/C,Zoned
    • Heating: Forced Air,Radiator,Baseboard - Electric,Zoned
    • Cooling Fuel: Electric
    • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
  • Building Information

    • Year Built: 1865
    • Structure: Detached
    • Fireplace: 5
    • Major Appliances: Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Icemaker,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Dryer
    • New Construction: No
    • Built: 1865
    • Construction Material: Other
    • Security System: Security System
    • Foundation/Basement: Stone,Other
    • Architecture: Victorian
    • Pool/Private: Yes - Personal

    Pool Information

    • Pool: Yes - Personal

    Utility Features

    • Sewer: Public Sewer

    Water

    • Water Heat: Natural Gas
  • Lot Information

    • Lot Size: 137,214
    • Lot Size (Acres): 3.15
    • Architectural Style: Victorian
    • Main Square Feet: 137,214

    Property Information

    • SQ ft: 9,767
    • SQ ft (Living Area): 6,759
    • Total Lot SQ ft: 137,214
    • Subdivision: CHAMBERSBURG
    • Financing: Conventional,Cash,Other
    • Total Acreage: 3.15
    • New Construction: No
    • Type: Victorian
  • Listing Information

    • Possession: Settlement
    • Days Of Market: 11

    Lease Information

    • Lease Considered: No
  • Tax Information

    • Annual Tax: $10,363
    • Tax Year: 2022
    • Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually

    Possession

    • Settlement

    Assessment Information

    • Taxes Assessment Amount: $56,350
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    Parking Information

    • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
    • Garage: 2
    • Garage Type: Garage - Rear Entry
    • Parking Type: Attached Garage,Attached Carport,Driveway

    Multi-Unit Information

    • Acceptable Financing: Conventional,Cash,Other
    • Road Surface: Paved

    Homeowners Association Information

    • Direction: I-81 to Lincoln Hwy E, right onto N 2nd St, continue to Philadelphia Ave, home will be on your left.
  • School Information

    • Middle OR Junior School: FAUST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
    • High School: CHAMBERSBURG AREA SENIOR
    • School District: CHAMBERSBURG AREA

    Fire Place Information

    • Total Fire Place: 5

    Utility Information

    • Water Source: Public
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Cooling Fuel: Electric
    • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas

    Location Information

    • Direction: I-81 to Lincoln Hwy E, right onto N 2nd St, continue to Philadelphia Ave, home will be on your left.
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 01/18/2025 @ 13:36

  • MLS: PAFL2024554
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is a Home, with 6 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 0 sqft, 137,214 sized lot, and 2 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of CHAMBERSBURG , in zip code 17201, this FRANKLIN County Home , it is in the CHAMBERSBURG Subdivision, are nearby neighborhoods.