OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT! Welcome to 1949 Zarker Street in Harrisburg—a rare opportunity to own a spacious 5-bedroom, 1-bathroom home at an unbeatable value. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or finally step into homeownership on your own terms, this property checks all the right boxes. With five true bedrooms spread across three levels, this home offers flexibility for large households, remote work setups, or a multi-tenant rental strategy. The layout includes a spacious living room, formal dining area, and a generously sized kitchen—perfect for adding value. This property is ideal for investors looking to maximize returns. The demand for affordable rental housing in Harrisburg is strong, and this home’s size and location make it a high-potential cash flow asset. Add in low property taxes and no HOA fees, and you’ve got a low-barrier, high-upside addition to your portfolio. For owner-occupants, the sheer space and price point are hard to beat—offering the rare chance to own a full-sized home for less than what many pay in rent. Backyard provides space for pets, gardening, or entertaining, and the covered front porch offers classic charm and a place to unwind. Located just minutes from major highways, downtown Harrisburg, public transportation, and neighborhood conveniences, 1949 Zarker Street is a smart move for anyone seeking space, flexibility, and long-term value. Whether you're investing for cash flow or looking for a place to grow into, this property delivers far more than you'd expect at this price. Don’t miss the chance to secure this hidden gem—schedule your showing today.
Pending
$80,000
1949 Zarker St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
5beds
1,568sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
871.2 Square Feet Lot
$114,500 Zestimate®
$51/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generously sized kitchenCovered front porchRemote work setupsFlexibility for large householdsSpace for petsFormal dining area
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 04:45am
Listed by:
JOHN POST, JR 717-713-9490,
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA (717) 344-5950
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADA2048174

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,568
- Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,568
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 871.2 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 090790700000000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Harrisburg City
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Harrisburg
- Municipality: CITY OF HARRISBURG
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $51/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $42,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,115
- Date on market: 8/6/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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