Straight out of a fairy-tale! Beautiful 4bd 2ba stone ranch nestled in seclusion on 12.5 picturesque acres in East Penn Township. Massive living room flooded w/ natural light, 2 bay windows, wood burning fireplace set in natural stone & sliding glass doors to deck w/ view of fresh spring-fed pond. Sizeable KT w/ plenty of counter space, & dbl sink and great view. Entertain friends & family for the holidays in gorgeous dining room w/ huge bay window and wall length glass-enclosed built-ins or enjoy your eggs sunny side up in the breakfast room w/ wall length glass built-ins and access to deck. Spacious bedrooms, MBR w/ dual closets and master bath, 1st floor laundry, 2C BI garage. Walkout basement partially finished & pre-plumbed. This home really is your own private oasis!! Priced under appraisal value! Home warranty Incl! Close to Rtes. 248,209, & 476 and mins. from local area attractions like Blue Mountain Ski Resort, Beltzville State Park & Historic Jim Thorpe!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
12.5 acresLot Size
$249Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jim Christman• Keller Williams Real Estate
Bought with Jim Christman• Keller Williams Real Estate
Straight out of a fairy-tale! Beautiful 4bd 2ba stone ranch nestled in seclusion on 12.5 picturesque acres in East Penn Township. Massive living room flooded w/ natural light, 2 bay windows, wood burning fireplace set in natural stone & sliding glass doors to deck w/ view of fresh spring-fed pond. Sizeable KT w/ plenty of counter space, & dbl sink and great view. Entertain friends & family for the holidays in gorgeous dining room w/ huge bay window and wall length glass-enclosed built-ins or enjoy your eggs sunny side up in the breakfast room w/ wall length glass built-ins and access to deck. Spacious bedrooms, MBR w/ dual closets and master bath, 1st floor laundry, 2C BI garage. Walkout basement partially finished & pre-plumbed. This home really is your own private oasis!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,269 (+0.8%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2025
$6,221 (+4.1%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2024
$5,979 (+1.0%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2023
$5,918
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2022
$5,918 (+13.8%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2021
$5,203 (+2.5%)
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2020
$5,074 (+4.5%)
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2019
$4,854
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2018
$4,853
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2017
$4,854
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
Tax history for 494 W Sunset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,269 (+0.8%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2025
$6,221 (+4.1%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2024
$5,979 (+1.0%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2023
$5,918
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2022
$5,918 (+13.8%)
$7,100 + $73,800
$80,900
2021
$5,203 (+2.5%)
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2020
$5,074 (+4.5%)
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2019
$4,854
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2018
$4,853
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
2017
$4,854
$7,100 + $66,150
$73,250
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,322
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carbon County
APN
57-9-A2.01
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R
Rural District
Rural areas are those areas where intensive physical development is not desirable or logical at this time, but may be at some future date, and are areas of high agricultural productivity. The low density development of these areas is in accordance with the Township developmental policies as stated in the Township Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Cemetery
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Built In, Garage, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full
Room 1 Information
Other
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.0
Room 2 Information
Foyer
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.00 x 6.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 6.0
Room 3 Information
Laundry
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 7.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 7.0
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14.00 x 7.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 7.0
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: First
Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 12.0
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.0
Room 7 Information
Bedroom
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 11.0
Room 8 Information
Full Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 9.00 x 7.00
Length: 9.0
Width: 7.0
Room 9 Information
Full Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
Length: 9.0
Width: 6.0
Room 10 Information
Full Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
Length: 9.0
Width: 6.0
Room 11 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 25.00 x 17.00
Length: 25.0
Width: 17.0
Room 12 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Length: 15.0
Width: 13.0
Room 13 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 11.0
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Living Room
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s), Thermal Windows
Other Features: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Skylights, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Details: Aluminum Siding, Stone
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Land Information
Vegetation: Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 544,498
Lot Size Acres: 12.5
Lot Features: Not In Subdivision, Pond on Lot
Zoning: Residential
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,162
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $73,250
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,853.91
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,322
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 12.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Carbon County
APN: 57-9-A2.01
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Lehighton Area Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.0mi
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Lehighton Area Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
Lehighton Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$512,000 – $620,000
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