Move in ready with character and history. Architectural design on 3 levels totaling 2320 sq ft. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath. This historic duplex is located in the heart of downtown. 1 of 6 Java Avenue homes built by Milton Hershey for executives in the 1920's in a Mediterranean Revival style. Recognized by Derry Township Historical Society with a preservation award in 2016. This sought after Hershey Village location is walking distance to schools, library, parks, restaurants & more. Updated kitchen. 2nd floor offers 2 bedrooms, full bath and den, 3rd level offers 2 bedrooms and full bath. 2 car detached garage with a heated bonus room above. Over the past few years, this historic home has been treated to a comprehensive restoration. On the exterior, all metal roof components, including dormer tops, flashing and vent stacks, have been replaced with copper. The entire exterior of the home and garage has a fresh coat of paint, a flagstone patio has been added, and landscaping upgraded. Inside, there is a new kitchen, two new full bathrooms, a new powder room and rear entry/mudroom. The entire third floor has been reconfigured and peaked ceilings added. All original white oak and heart pine hardwood floors have been refinished, and all tile floors have been replaced. The staircase, with original cherry treads and mahogany railings has been restored. All interior trim is either original or handmade reproduction. The wood burning fireplace is clean and operating, firebrick replaced and includes a new floor-level marble hearth. All cast iron radiators have been replaced and all hot water and electric baseboard heating is new. A new electric service panel has been added and the entire home has updated wiring. The interior has been painted in a soft, neutral palate. All lighting fixtures and ceiling fans have been updated, and recessed lighting added. The basement is clean and bright with new concrete floors poured and painted, and new TV room, storage room and laundry area added. The garage bonus room has been painted and new carpeting added. A brand new 18,000 BTU air conditioning unit has been installed. The seller is providing a home warranty.
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$275Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Drobnock• Coldwell Banker Realty
•717-534-2442 (broker)
•jon.bomberger@cbrealty.com (broker)
Bought with JEFF DANIELS• Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
5 bedroom, 2.5 bath with character & history. 1 of 6 homes built by Milton Hershey for executives in the 1920's. Located in the heart of downtown - walk to schools, library & parks form this historic duplex. Original hardwood floors. Architectural design on 3 levels totaling 2320 sqft. Deck with hot tub. 2 car detached garage. Home Warranty
Public Records
Oct 20, 1997
Sold
$225,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 1991
Sold
$180,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,677 (+2.6%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2025
$6,507 (+6.4%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2024
$6,116 (+1.8%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2023
$6,006 (+2.3%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2022
$5,873
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2021
$5,873
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2020
$5,873 (+1.8%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2019
$5,767 (+2.7%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2018
$5,614
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2017
$5,614 (+2.7%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2015
$5,464
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
Tax history for 124 Java Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,677 (+2.6%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2025
$6,507 (+6.4%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2024
$6,116 (+1.8%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2023
$6,006 (+2.3%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2022
$5,873
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2021
$5,873
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2020
$5,873 (+1.8%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2019
$5,767 (+2.7%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2018
$5,614
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2017
$5,614 (+2.7%)
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
2015
$5,464
$62,600 + $145,600
$208,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,448 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,359
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dauphin County
APN
240240120000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $145,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Stick Built
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $62,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,320
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $528
County Tax: $1,431
School Tax: $4,046
Tax Assessed Value: $208,200
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $6,006
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water, Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: HERSHEY HIGH SCHOOL
School District Name: DERRY TOWNSHIP
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Route 422 to Homestead Road; right U turn onto Java at E. Areba
Municipality: DERRY TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,359
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,448 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Dauphin County
APN: 240240120000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
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Schools
Hershey Early Childhood Center
Public K-1 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Hershey Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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Hershey High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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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 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$607,000 – $734,000
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