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5538 Fordham Ave, Harrisburg, PA, 17111

$450,000

Home List Price

$5,344*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
3,090 SqFt
$146/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

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5538 Fordham Ave, Harrisburg$450,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$5,344*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Attached Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1970
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceElectric, Gas/Propane
MLS #PADA2033578
Lot Size0.30 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 5538 Fordham Ave

Welcome to this exquisite single-family home. As you enter, you're greeted by a spacious foyer leading to a large living room featuring a charming bay window, perfect for basking in natural light. Adjacent is the formal dining room, ideal for hosting gatherings, while the remodeled kitchen boasts newer cabinets, sink, and countertops, and large pantry-style cabinets catering to both functionality and style. The main level also offers a generously sized family room with an electric fireplace, providing a cozy ambiance with a sliding glass door that leads to the spacious deck overlooking the level backyard. Conveniently located on this floor is a half bathroom with laundry facilities as well. Journeying to the second floor, you'll discover four spacious bedrooms, each with ample closet space, and two full bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with its own ensuite bathroom. The lower level presents an impressive entertainment area with a game room, a family room featuring a propane fireplace and built-in bar, a second kitchen, and an additional room. Lower level is perfect for a home office, kids' playroom, or possible in-law suite. Step outside from the family room to enjoy the screened-in porch below the deck overlooking the large, level rear yard. The home also is complete with an oversized two-car garage featuring a exterior door for easy access to backyard.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 3,090 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Realty Professionals
  • Office Phone: (717) 652-4700
  • Listing Agent: Rob Hamilton

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Electric, Gas/Propane

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Attached Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.30 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Central Dauphin East High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Swatara Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Lawnton Elementary, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Derry Street, Right on Lawnford Way, Left on Lancaster Street, Right on Eddington Ave, Right on Fordham to home on Left

Municipality:

  • Swatara Twp

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $450,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $146/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,756
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Harrisburg, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$229.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$135

Avg. Days On Market

23

# of Sold Homes

88

5538 Fordham Ave vs Harrisburg

21 DAYS ON ROCKET

-2 Days

$450,000

+$220K More

$146/SqFt

+$11 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $220K more than the Median Sold Price and $11/SqFt more than other homes in Harrisburg, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PADA2033578

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Realty Professionals
  • Office Phone: (717) 652-4700
  • Listing Agent: Rob Hamilton

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$4,756$172,500
2020$4,733$172,500
2019$4,753$172,500
2018$4,676$172,500
2017$4,521$172,500

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10

  • Lawnton Elementary

  • 4400 Franklin St

  • 0.82 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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3
/10

  • Swatara Middle School

  • 1101 Highland St

  • 2.24 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Central Dauphin East High School

  • 626 Rutherford Rd

  • 1.26 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $75,203. Residents of Harrisburg, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 5538 Fordham Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5538 Fordham Ave property is $450,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 5538 Fordham Ave is a house located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17111.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5538 Fordham Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 5538 Fordham Ave are:
Lawnton Elementary: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Swatara Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Central Dauphin East High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $4,756 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5538 Fordham Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5538 Fordham Ave is 3,090 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5538 Fordham Ave is 1970.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Dauphin County›Harrisburg›17111›5538 Fordham Ave

This home is located at 5538 Fordham Ave in Harrisburg, PA and zip code 17111. This 3,090 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.30 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $450,000.

In April 2024 more than 37 listings in Harrisburg, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 20 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 31 were sold below. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Harrisburg, PA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 2.1%. In April 2024, listings were on the market for 23 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $229,972.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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