Take a walk back in time to an incredible property steeped in a rich, well documented history! The Martic Forge Mansion, ca. 1715 - 1815. This home has all of the Pre-Revolution Era charm punctuated by modern amenities! This 7 bedroom 2 bathroom home is situated on 4.3 acres and boasts over 5,400 SF of living space, several fireplaces and much of the original woodwork, including butterfly cabinets in pristine condition. The home offers a main floor bedroom and full bath, formal dining, a spacious kitchen, and a true great room with a grand fireplace. The water for the property is supplied by a fresh water spring pumped from one of the oldest two story spring houses still standing in Pennsylvania! The property also offers a detached tenant/guest house. The tenant house has 2 bedrooms 1 full bath, full kitchen and generous living room offering potential income! The space above the garage is in progress and offers a great space for rec room, man cave, craft room, shop, and offers a full bathroom! The Martoc Creek moves through the property, and is pristine. The former Ironmaster's Mansion can easily become a centerpiece in the community. The property backs up to the Enola Low Grade Trail, and is located in close proximity to the Maryland line. Uses may include wedding venue, private estate, bed and breakfast, fine dining, lodge, antique sales and showroom. The property's illustrious history is well documented with the Lancaster and Conestoga Historic Societies, Historic Preservation Trust and several books. Potential 8th bedroom with privacy violation. The lot by the river belongs to the Lancaster Conservancy but is accessible and used at anytime by the owners of this home only, at anytime.
Single-familyProperty Type
1715Year Built
4.3 acresLot Size
$150Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Shane Kuhns• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
•717-393-0100 (broker)
•brendad@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Chad Hurst• Kingsway Realty - Lancaster
*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
7
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,502
Year built
1715
Style
Other
County
Lancaster County
APN
4306551700000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
RC
Rural Conservation District
The regulations for the Rural Conservation District are intended to protect those areas in the Township that are presently comprised of prime woodland streams, floodplains, slopes greater than 15 percent, and various recreational activities. Development of an urban nature should be limited in this District in order to promote the conservation of the unique natural environment and encourage the retention on open land.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Lot Features: Irregular, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 200
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 5,264
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 217
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $206
County Tax: $1,179
School Tax: $7,265
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $405,100
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $8,484.41
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant, Wood Burn Stove, Space Heater
Heating Fuel: Oil, Propane - Owned, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Private, Spring
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: MARTICVILLE
High School: PENN MANOR
School District Name: PENN MANOR
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: RIVER RD
Directions: From the Centerville Road Exit off of route 30: South on Centerville Road to Left on Charlestown Road, Right on 741 E, Continue to 324 S, Home is on the right.
Municipality: MARTIC TWP
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access
Water Access
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Creek
Water Body Name: Pequea Creek
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,502
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.3 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1715
Year Renovated: —
County: Lancaster County
APN: 4306551700000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Martic El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
Marticville Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Penn Manor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% 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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Estimated sale price
$749,000 – $907,000
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