Step into history at the Hammersly-Stominger House, a captivating home originally built in the 1700s and proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Part of this property is being used as a short-term rental. Buyers are responsible for their own due diligence regarding zoning for the township. This remarkable property offers the charm of its original structure paired with a variety of modern updates—ready for your finishing touches. The home sits on nearly two acres of mostly fenced pasture, ideal for hobby farming or simply enjoying open outdoor space. Outside, you'll find a chicken coop, a spacious pole barn, and plenty of parking for guests or equipment. Inside, the kitchen has been updated with a new dishwasher, sink, lighting, and freshly painted cabinets. The main living area features a new wood stove with updated piping and a new chimney cover, along with fresh paint throughout the house and a newly installed all-in-one air conditioning, heating, and dehumidifying system. A standout feature of the property is the fully remodeled summer house—complete with its own entrance and full bathroom—making it the perfect retreat for guests or extended family. Downstairs in the historic tavern-style summer kitchen, with a new fireplace/wood stoves with updated piping and a chimney cover. While several updates have been made, some projects still need to be completed—offering the next owner a chance to personalize this one-of-a-kind home. Upstairs, you'll discover refinished floors treated with traditional tung oil, original 1700s-1800s hardware on closet doors, new ceiling fans, fresh paint, and sliding barn doors. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper level, with the bathroom awaiting your finishing touches. For peace of mind, a structural engineer has inspected the home and confirmed its integrity. This is your opportunity to own a piece of American history with the potential to make it truly your own.
For sale
Price cut: $24.9K (7/8)
$450,000
701 Potts Hill Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339
3beds
2,348sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1754
1.94 Acres Lot
$447,900 Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious pole barnModern updatesNew ceiling fansHistoric tavern-style summer kitchenFully remodeled summer houseOriginal structureChicken coop
- 92 days
- on Zillow |
- 2,450 |
- 199 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 01:01am
Listed by:
Stacy Smires 717-870-3923,
Iron Valley Real Estate of York County (717) 316-8777,
Listing Team: Stacy Smires & Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAYK2081804

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Wood Stove, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Humidity Control
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,348
- Total interior livable area: 2,348 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,348
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.94 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 39000PF0006C000000
- Zoning: RURAL RESOURCE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1754
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewisberry
- Municipality: NEWBERRY TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,860
- Annual tax amount: $5,312
- Date on market: 5/12/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Corner Cabinet In Dining Room
- Exclusions: Personal Items
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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