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Sold for $350,500 on 07/21/25
  • $350,500

    279 Lake Ave, Montrose, PA 18801

    3beds
    2,046sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1840
    0.53 Acres Lot
    $350,500 Zestimate®
    $171/sqft
    $2,215 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Circa 1840 Victorian - The best of both worlds awaits you! Original floors, & wavy glass windows enhance the character of this home. Beautiful, inviting, light filled home which has had thoughtful renovations in the kitchen & all baths, keeping with the period of this special home. ''Spacious and gracious'' best describes the main floor with nice size rooms and excellent traffic flow. Powder room on first floor has plumbing installed for a shower if/when, wanted or needed. 1st floor room attaches to this powder room which could be a bedroom if needed. Could also be used as a den, office or craft room. Double living rooms & formal dining room lead you to the main entry. The floors are original on the main floor. Covered wrap around porch in front & patio off the kitchen provide additional living space in the warmer months overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds. The second floor has beautiful, cozy carpeting-original floors are underneath. 2 baths on this floor are newly renovated. One of the best features of this home is the basement, YES, the basement. This house was lifted and had an entirely new basement installed-block walls, cement floor, exterior entry as well & interior access. This home has natural gas that runs heat, hot water, cooking & dryer. It costs $1700-$1900 a year for the natural gas to run everything. Electric runs $50/month. Special features are ''on demand'' hot water & a Generac generator. Don't miss the opportunity to own this delightful home.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 02:49pm

    Listed by:

    CYNTHIA C LEWIS,

    Howard Hanna Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Christina Cosmello, RS220226L

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Preferred Properties

    Source: GSBR,MLS#: SC252181MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Carpet/Attached Bath
    • Area: 163.75 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.5 x 13.1
    Bedroom 2
    • Description: Carpet-Laods Of Natural Light
    • Area: 175.36 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.7 x 12.8
    Bedroom 3
    • Description: Carpet-Cozy Room
    • Area: 127.68 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.4 x 11.2
    Primary bathroom
    • Description: Beautifully Renovated
    • Area: 80.52 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6.6 x 12.2
    Bathroom 1
    • Description: 1/2 Bath,Plumbed For Shower
    • Area: 41.86 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 4.6 x 9.1
    Bathroom 2
    • Description: Cork Floor-Newly Renovated
    • Area: 36.96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6.6 x 5.6
    Bonus room
    • Description: Can Be Den, Office, Bdrm.
    • Area: 236.22 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.7 x 18.6
    Dining room
    • Description: Gracious & Light Filed
    • Area: 179.3 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16.3 x 11
    Family room
    • Description: Original Plank Floors
    • Area: 173.75 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.9 x 12.5
    Kitchen
    • Description: Beautifully Updated-Quartz Counters
    • Area: 129.96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.4 x 11.4
    Living room
    • Description: Off Foyer-Light Filled
    • Area: 200.2 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.4 x 13
    Other
    • Description: Entry/Foyer
    • Area: 107.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7.7 x 14
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Steam
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Instant Hot Water, Ice Maker, Gas Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Disposal
    • Laundry: Common Area, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Bookcases, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Entrance Foyer, Drywall
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum, Cork, Concrete
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens, Shutters, Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Block,Sump Hole,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished,Sump Pump,Exterior Entry,Full,Concrete
    • Attic: Crawl Opening
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,046
    • Total interior livable area: 2,046 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,046
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
    • Exterior features: Lighting
    Lot
    • Size: 0.53 Acres
    • Dimensions: 87 x 264 x 87 x 264
    • Features: Back Yard, Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Front Yard, Close to Clubhouse, City Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 124.141,022.00,000.
    • Zoning: R1
    • Other equipment: Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Foam Insulation, Clapboard, Concrete, Blown-In Insulation, Batts Insulation
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1840

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
    Community
    • Community features: Clubhouse, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Fitness Center, Playground, Park, Golf
    Location
    • Region: Montrose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Asphalt
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