Your Peaceful Country Retreat Awaits at 559 Meals Rd, Gardners, PA! Nestled in the heart of apple orchard country, this charming and affordable two-story home offers the perfect blend of rural serenity and convenient access to modern amenities. Located in the desirable South Middletown School District, this property sits on over half an acre of peaceful countryside—ideally situated between Carlisle and Hanover, with easy access to hiking, boating, swimming, camping, and all the outdoor recreation you can imagine. Yet, you’re only a short drive from shopping, dining, and everyday necessities. Step onto the property and feel the calm settle in. With ample space to park your camper, boat, work trailers, race cars, or other toys, this home is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts or those who simply need extra room to spread out. Unwind by a cozy fire under the stars or relax on the expansive wrap-around porch as you take in the beauty of the surrounding wildlife and quiet natural setting—you’ll feel right at home. Lovingly renovated over the years, the home features two bedrooms, one full bath, a warm and inviting kitchen, and a cozy family room with wood flooring. Modern upgrades include updated windows and doors, a long-lasting metal roof, a poured concrete wrap-around porch, and a full walk-out basement with a traditional cold cellar. Adding even more value and versatility, the property includes a large workshop—perfect for hobbies or home-based business ventures—a storage shed, and a chicken coop. If you're ready to escape the hustle and embrace country living, 559 Meals Rd is waiting to welcome you home. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to own your own piece of Pennsylvania paradise!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Jerry Riggleman• Real of Pennsylvania
•717-635-7300 (broker)
•tinafaleshock@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Your little slice of heaven down a back country road! This quaint 2 story home on over half an acre sits in a peaceful country setting and has much to offer. The home was fully renovated over the years by the seller to include two bedrooms, one full bath, kitchen and family room with wood floors. Features include; updated windows and doors, metal roof, poured concrete wrap around porch and full walk-out basement with cold cellar. In addition to the house itself the property includes a large workshop perfect for hobbies or business ventures, additional storage shed and chicken coop! Come "take a back road" to your new home!!
Public Records
Jun 19, 1989
Sold
$28,000
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 1980
Sold
$28,500
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,261 (+4.5%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2025
$2,164 (+5.2%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2024
$2,058 (+7.4%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2023
$1,917 (+2.6%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2022
$1,867 (+4.5%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2021
$1,787 (+29.7%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2020
$1,378 (+1.9%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2019
$1,352 (+2.4%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2018
$1,321 (+8.6%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2017
$1,216 (+3.6%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2015
$1,174
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
Tax history for 559 Meals Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,261 (+4.5%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2025
$2,164 (+5.2%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2024
$2,058 (+7.4%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2023
$1,917 (+2.6%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2022
$1,867 (+4.5%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2021
$1,787 (+29.7%)
$49,900 + $77,200
$127,100
2020
$1,378 (+1.9%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2019
$1,352 (+2.4%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2018
$1,321 (+8.6%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2017
$1,216 (+3.6%)
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
2015
$1,174
$49,900 + $50,100
$100,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
91 ft.
Lot depth
274 ft.
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
40-42-3277-004A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Off Street - # of Spaces: 6
Gravel Driveway
Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Interior Features: Dining Area, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Country, Other