Welcome to 983 Blue Jay Rd. in Harrisburg, PA. - a charming Cape Cod style home with endless potential in a prime location! Well-loved and full of character, this home is ready for a little refresher to bring out its true charm and potential. Featuring 4 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, this home combines generous living space with everyday comfort and convenience. Outside, the driveway and attached garage provide everyday ease, while inside, the living room opens to the dining area and kitchen creating a natural flow that's perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or staying connected. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bathroom, while upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom, keeping the living spaces distinct and functional. From the kitchen, you can access the attached garage and step out to a back patio and yard, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings outside. The yard backs to mature trees for added privacy and also has a shed for extra storage. Centrally located near Harrisburg, Middletown, Hummelstown, and Hershey and just a short drive to Lancaster, you'll enjoy quick access to shopping, dining and major roadways while still being tucked away in a peaceful setting. Opportunities like this don't last long, schedule your private tour today! Please note that listing agent is related to the seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$208Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jen Mummau• Realty One Group Generations
•717-650-1284 (broker)
•glenda@glendakaneco.com (broker)
Bought with SHERRY ENTERLINE• Keller Williams Realty
THIS IS PRACTICALLY A NEW HOME. NEW HEAT, NEW CENTRAL AIR, NEW WINDOWS, NEW KITCHEN, 2 NEW BATHS, NEW PAINT, NEW CARPET, NEW APPLIANCES, NEW FRONT DECK, UPDATED TO 200 AMP ELECTRICAL, NEW LIGHT FIXTURES, NEW BATH FIXTURES, NEW INTERIOR DOOR. ROOF 3 YEARS OLD. IT IS BEAUTIFUL AND READY FOR A FAST SETTLEMENT. SELLER WILL PROVIDE NEW MATCHING REFRIGERATOR WITH A FULL PRICE OFFER.
BRIGHT MLS #1004988013
Sep 18, 2006
Sold
$123,000
$79/sq ft
Jun 6, 2006
Listed
$134,900
$87/sq ft
Home needs lots of TLC & renovations. Priced accordingly. Please make buyer aware before showing. Great property for investor or someone who wants to build sweat equity. Home has new roof in 2005. Patio furniture, shed, 3 a/c's & refrig stay. Buyer needs possession for 60 days from date of contract, will settle and rent back.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,982 (+5.5%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2025
$2,826 (+5.3%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2024
$2,684
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2023
$2,684
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2022
$2,684 (+2.2%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2021
$2,626 (+1.1%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2020
$2,599 (−0.4%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2019
$2,610 (+1.7%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2018
$2,567 (+3.5%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2017
$2,481 (+2.4%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2015
$2,423
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
Tax history for 983 Blue Jay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,982 (+5.5%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2025
$2,826 (+5.3%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2024
$2,684
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2023
$2,684
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2022
$2,684 (+2.2%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2021
$2,626 (+1.1%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2020
$2,599 (−0.4%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2019
$2,610 (+1.7%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2018
$2,567 (+3.5%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2017
$2,481 (+2.4%)
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
2015
$2,423
$24,800 + $69,900
$94,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,002 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,555
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dauphin County
APN
630761770000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-S
Single-Family Residential District
To provide for low-density residential neighborhoods that are primarily composed of single-family detached dwellings; to protect these areas from incompatible uses; to provide incentives and a certain amount of flexibility in lot layout through the open space development and age-restricted residential options so that development can be placed on the most suitable portions of a tract of land, while still avoiding overly intense development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Recreation
Golf related
Communications tower
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Unfinished, Sump Pump, Poured Concrete, Drainage System
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 864
Improvement Assessed Value: $69,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good, Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s)
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane
Other Structures: Shed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Backs to Trees
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $24,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,555
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 864
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $345
County Tax: $793
School Tax: $1,732
Tax Assessed Value: $94,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $2,904
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Phone Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: CENTRAL DAUPHIN EAST
School District Name: CENTRAL DAUPHIN
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From Harrisburg, take I-83 N for about 5 miles, then turn right onto Mushroom Hill Rd for 1 mile. From there you'll turn left onto Chambers Hill Rd. and then another right onto Cardinal Dr. Turn right onto Blue Jay Rd. and the home will be on your right.
Municipality: SWATARA TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,555
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,002 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Dauphin County
APN: 630761770000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chamber Hill El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Swatara Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
5/10
Central Dauphin East Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Harrisburg, PA • 17111
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$307,000 – $372,000
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