Welcome to "Mermaid Cottage". This quaint cottage has been completely renovated from top to bottom including new roof, heat pump, septic system, home security system and deck. Perfectly situated on almost 1 acre surrounded by mature trees providing an abundance of shade. Charming details throughout. Primary bedroom and bath located on main floor with additional bedroom and bath on upper level. Cozy living room features an electric fireplace heater. Beautiful kitchen cabinets, Corian countertops with stainless steel appliances. Delightful front porch is heated/cooled. You'll also love the extra storgage cedar closet that's built into the garage. Wonderful fenced backyard is perfect for children, pets and relaxing. This house is 100% move-in ready. All furnishing are negotiable.
This home was taken down to the studs and completely remodeled with new roof, heat pump, septic system, windows, gorgeous refinished hardwood floors, tile flooring, new baths, Corian countertops with beautiful cabinets and stainless appliances, heated and cooled porch, garage with its own cedar closet and pretty oyster lined driveway. This home sits on 0.97 acres with some impressive mature trees. This home is move-in ready. Wonderful back and side yard for kids and pets. Located on Weems Road, you are within minutes of Irvington and Kilmarnock.
CBRAR #2133869
Feb 4, 2022
Sold
$225,000
$211/sq ft
Nov 8, 2021
Listed
$219,000
$206/sq ft
+19
This house was taken down to the studs and completely remodeled with a new roof, heat pump, septic system, windows, refinished hardwood floors, tile flooring, new baths, Corian countertops with beautiful cabinets and stainless appliances, heated and cooled porch, garage with its own cedar closet and pretty oyster lined driveway. This home sits on 0.97 acres with some impressive mature trees. This home is move-in ready. Wonderful side and back yard for kids and pets. Located on Weems Road, you are within minutes of Irvington and Kilmarnock.
Public Records
Sep 14, 2012
Sold
$50,000
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 20, 2005
Sold
$100,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,318
$21,500 + $218,100
$239,600
2024
$1,318 (+110.6%)
$21,500 + $218,100
$239,600
2023
$626 (−0.2%)
$17,500 + $81,800
$99,300
2022
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2021
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2020
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2019
$627 (−6.6%)
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2018
$671
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2017
$671 (+9.4%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2016
$613 (−0.2%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2014
$614 (−26.6%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2012
$836
$94,000 + $15,100
$109,100
Tax history for 1741 Weems Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,318
$21,500 + $218,100
$239,600
2024
$1,318 (+110.6%)
$21,500 + $218,100
$239,600
2023
$626 (−0.2%)
$17,500 + $81,800
$99,300
2022
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2021
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2020
$627
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2019
$627 (−6.6%)
$17,500 + $82,000
$99,500
2018
$671
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2017
$671 (+9.4%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2016
$613 (−0.2%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2014
$614 (−26.6%)
$39,000 + $74,700
$113,700
2012
$836
$94,000 + $15,100
$109,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.97 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
986
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
27 160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Fiberglass
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Non-Waterfront Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : .974
Lot Size Acres: 0.974
Zoning Description: R
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Subdivision Name: NONE
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 986
Stories: 1.3
Lot Size: 0.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Lancaster County
APN: 27 160
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 5402264719
Around this home
Schools
Lancaster Elementary School
Public K-7 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Lancaster High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
3/10
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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
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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