Truly extraordinary property highlighting a complete modernization of this spacious circa 1840 stately, stone home in the middle of Adams County’s picturesque orchard country and just west of historic Gettysburg on almost 3 acres. Known by historians as The James Linn House, built by the Linn family with large field stones from the original farm, you just don’t find homes like this; pre-civil war era construction & charm, luxuriously upgraded with all the modern conveniences, all while preserving the historic integrity that makes this home so special. You’ll love those authentic 24” deep window sills, old-tyme fireplaces, stone accent walls, wood floors and spacious bedrooms. No expense has been spared preserving this showpiece while including a highly-efficient tri-zone geothermal HVAC, custom kitchen with granite counters, plumbing, 200A electric, energy-efficient insulation, standing-seem metal roof, double & triple pane windows, luxurious bathrooms, and so much more. A spacious floor plan provides for a first-floor primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and radiant floor heat; comfortable living spaces to include a parlor, study, family & recreation rooms; open country kitchen with island and dining area; three upstairs bedrooms. Outside is a rear paver patio, front porch with paver walkway, the old produce packing building (now a workshop) and the original stone spring house. If you want space for the vehicles, the integral 2-car over-sized garage is completely finished and absolutely pristine! Then there is a large 28’x28’ detached 2-bay garage with high ceilings, 10’ overhead doors and plenty of space to work…and an optional car lift for the auto-enthusiast. Come and enjoy this 19th-century masterpiece in the beautiful rolling hills of orchard country and conveniently located with an easy drive to the Baltimore and DC metro areas.
Sold for $666,000
$666,000
878 Mount Carmel Rd, Orrtanna, PA 17353
4beds
3,391sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
2.79 Acres Lot
$690,900 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$2,473 Estimated rent
Home value
$690,900
$504,000 - $940,000
$2,473/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 29, 2025 at 07:44am
Listed by:
Jason VanDyke 717-253-3384,
RE/MAX of Gettysburg
Bought with:
Debra Moser, WV0027416
The Glocker Group Realty Results
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAAD2017148
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Granite Counters, Flooring - Heated
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Other
- Features: Attic - Walk-Up
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 434 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminated, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Electric, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Freezer, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Additional Stairway, Attic, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Triple Pane Windows, Stain/Lead Glass
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stone, Mantel(s), Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,671
- Total interior livable area: 3,391 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,391
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Asphalt, Private, Attached, Detached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Stone Retaining Walls
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
Lot
- Size: 2.79 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, Rural, SideYard(s), Vegetation Planting
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 12C120018A000
- Zoning: AGRICULTURAL
- Zoning description: Agriculture / Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Negotiable, See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stone, HardiPlank Type, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V, 220 Volts
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Available, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orrtanna
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: FRANKLIN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $666,000+4.9%$196/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAAD2017148 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Pending sale | $635,000$187/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAAD2017148 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $635,000+14.4%$187/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAAD2017148 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Sold | $554,900+0.9%$164/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAAD115596 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2021 | Pending sale | $549,900$162/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #PAAD115596 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,446 +4.2% | $372,900 |
| 2024 | $6,185 +0.7% | $372,900 |
| 2023 | $6,143 +42% | $372,900 +40.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17353
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Franklin Twp El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 8/10Gettysburg Area Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.2 mi
- 6/10Gettysburg Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Gettysburg Area
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Pennsylvania
- Adams County
- Orrtanna
- 17353
- 878 Mount Carmel Rd