Welcome to 4.53-acre property blends historic charm with modern updates, featuring a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Civil War–era farmhouse. Outside, you’ll find a 16x24 shop, 18x36 greenhouse, and 12x16 shed — plus fenced gardens with raised beds (electric and water at every site) Step inside to hardwood floors, exposed log walls, updated appliances, newer windows and doors, a modern water system, newer roof, and 200-amp electric service. Enjoy mornings on the covered deck and evenings soaking in the quiet countryside. All of this just minutes from Michaux State Forest, 15 minutes to historic downtown Gettysburg, and an easy commute to the Maryland line. Country living has never been so convenient!
Single-familyProperty Type
1863Year Built
4.53 acresLot Size
$190Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Alycia Hays• RE/MAX of Gettysburg
•717-338-0881 (broker)
•info@gettysburgrealestate.com (broker)
Bought with Laura Atkins• Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
CHARMING!! You'll love this partly log home, redone inside, including absolutely delightful kitchen w/ ceramic floor and work island. Some hwd. floors, large rooms, woodstove, large screened porch, all appliances convey. You must see! A great value!!
BRIGHT MLS #1004886829
Apr 1, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 25, 2005
Listed
$215,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,502 (+0.7%)
$159,600 + $99,100
$258,700
2025
$4,472 (+6.5%)
$159,600 + $99,100
$258,700
2024
$4,197 (+78.0%)
$159,600 + $99,100
$258,700
2023
$2,357 (+1.0%)
$48,800 + $96,500
$145,300
2022
$2,335 (+2.1%)
$48,800 + $96,500
$145,300
2021
$2,286
$48,800 + $96,500
$145,300
2020
$2,286 (−20.5%)
$48,800 + $96,500
$145,300
2019
$2,875 (+0.6%)
$84,900 + $99,100
$184,000
2018
$2,857 (+3.5%)
$84,900 + $99,100
$184,000
2017
$2,760 (+25.5%)
$84,900 + $99,100
$184,000
2015
$2,199
$50,800 + $96,500
$147,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.53 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,056
Year built
1970
Style
Other
County
Adams County
APN
12B09-0061A--000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R
Residential Zone
The purpose of the Residential Zone is to provide for an orderly expansion of suburban-type residential development in areas which are or can be feasibly supplied with public facilities and services; to provide for a variety of housing types; to provide for the public health and prevent the overcrowding of land; to exclude activities of a commercial or industrial nature and any activities not compatible with suburban-type residential development; to provide for the public convenience and avoid undue congestion on the roads; and to otherwise create conditions conducive to carrying out the purposes of this chapter.
Interior Features: Attic, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Wood Stove
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Log Walls
Room Information
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Upper Floor, Washer In Unit
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
Basement Footprint Percent: 50.00
Basement Finished Percent: 0.00
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 384
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Historic
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Improvement Assessed Value: $99,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 2
Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Main Entrance Orientation: Southwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s), Roof
Lot Features: Rural, Road Frontage, Rear Yard, Not In Development, Level
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $159,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,056
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 384
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $200
County Tax: $1,329
School Tax: $2,971
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $258,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $4,501
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cable
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP
Middle Or Junior School: GETTYSBURG AREA
High School: GETTYSBURG AREA
School District Name: GETTYSBURG AREA
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Buchanan Valley
Directions: From Gettysburg Route 30 W, approx 6 miles, past Cashtown, to Tic-tock, Right on Buchanan Valley Road, Right on Church Road, Property on the Left.
Location Type: Rural
Municipality: FRANKLIN TWP
Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,056
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.53 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Adams County
APN: 12B09-0061A--000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
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Schools
Franklin Twp El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
Gettysburg Area Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.1mi
9/10
Gettysburg Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.7mi
8/10
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Climate risks
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Orrtanna, PA • 17353
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Estimated sale price
$383,000 – $463,000
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