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  • $295,000

    496 Sweet Root Rd, Bedford, PA 15522

    3beds
    1,323sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    2.8 Acres Lot
    $295,500 Zestimate®
    $223/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two-car detached garageSpacious country kitchen
    Tucked into the peaceful countryside just minutes from one of Bedford County's most iconic destinations, this charming property offers space, versatility, and opportunity on 2.8 scenic acres. Located only 3 miles from the historic Omni Bedford Springs Resort, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of rural living with close proximity to golf, dining, spa, and recreation. The main home features 3 comfortable bedrooms and 1 full bath, highlighted by a spacious country kitchen that serves as the heart of the home -- ideal for gatherings, everyday living, and creating lasting memories. Step outside onto the oversized deck, large enough to host a full gathering, where you can take in the quiet surroundings and open skies of Sweet Root Road. The home is ready for a new owner's personal touch, offering the opportunity to make it truly your own while enjoying its solid foundation and peaceful setting. This property truly shines with its additional living and functional spaces. A two-car detached garage includes a fully equipped 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, perfect for rental income, guest quarters, or multigenerational living. Nearby, the large barn with attached lean-to offers solid structure and excellent potential for hobby farming or small livestock such as chickens, making this an ideal setup for those seeking a farmette lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, income-producing opportunity, or a blend of all three, 496 Sweet Root Rd delivers flexibility, charm, and country character in a highly desirable Bedford location.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: 19 hours ago

    Listed by:

    Christopher Evans 814-505-5224,

    Howard Hanna Bardell Realty 814-623-8622

    Source: AHAR,MLS#: 79460MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Oil, Baseboard
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Varies
    • Windows: Combination
    • Basement: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,323
    • Total interior livable area: 1,323 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,323
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2.8 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: E.110.00038
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: None
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Bedford

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $223/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $43,790
    • Annual tax amount: $2,100
    • Date on market: 2/23/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Estimated market value

    $295,500

    Estimated sales range

    Not available

    $1,413/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    2/23/2026Listed for sale$295,000+5.4%$223/sqft
    Source: AHAR #79460 Report a problem
    9/3/2024Sold$280,000-3.4%$212/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABD2002110 Report a problem
    8/1/2024Pending sale$290,000$219/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABD2002110 Report a problem
    7/29/2024Price change$290,000-3.3%$219/sqft
    Source: AHAR #75251 Report a problem
    7/23/2024Listed for sale$300,000$227/sqft
    Source: AHAR #75251 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$678 +1405.8%$43,790 +1359.7%
    2023$45 +9.4%$3,000
    2022$41 -4.3%$3,000
    2021$43 +3.8%$3,000
    2020$41 +7.5%$3,000
    2018$39 +1.7%$3,000
    2017$38 $3,000
    2016-- $3,000
    2014-- $3,000 +200%
    2012-- $1,000
    2011-- $1,000
    2010-- $1,000

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $1,574/mo
    Principal & interest
    $1375
    Property taxes
    $199

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