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728 Main Street, Akron, PA 17501

$399,000
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BEDS4 BATHS2 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET1,894 MLS#PALA2085154
STATUSACTIVE PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONAKRON BOROUGH SCHOOLEPHRATA AREA

Property Description

Welcome to 728 Main Street in Akron—a beautifully restored 1920s home where timeless character meets modern convenience. Throughout the home, you’ll find stunning original trim that preserves its historic charm, thoughtfully paired with modern upgrades in 2022 including whole house new electrical, HVAC, whole house plumbing, new water softener, new roof and replacement windows— original stained glass front windows remain. Step inside a spacious mud room from the back porch that flows into a large custom kitchen with quartz countertops and an 8 foot island. The kitchen flows into a dining room that opens into the living room. Connecting the dining room and the living room is a large foyer with an original coat closet. Ceilings are over 9ft tall. This home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including a convenient first-floor bedroom located near a full bathroom. The front porch has new lighting and fans with mature trees that border it. Back porch is new composite boards redone in 2022. Step outside to a manageable backyard space that leads to a standout feature of the property: a large detached barn. Driveway is shared with its own parking space behind the house. With its own address and mixed-use residential/commercial zoning, the barn offers incredible potential—whether as a workshop, studio, business space, or future apartment conversion. The barn backs to open green space and a quiet park. This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of history with the updates already done—and the flexibility to make it your own. Ideally located in Lancaster County, this home offers easy access to local amenities. Including a quick five-minute bike ride to the rail trail, along with nearby cafes, restaurants and everyday conveniences.

728 Main Street | MLS# PALA2085154

This single family home located at 728 Main Street, Akron, PA 17501 is currently listed for sale by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty, with an asking price of $399,000. This property was built in 1920 and has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 1894 sq. ft. Main Street is located in the AKRON BOROUGH subdivision within the EPHRATA AREA school district. Search AKRON BOROUGH real estate on www.donhelsel.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Full, Unfinished, Dirt Floor, Poured Concrete
Cooling: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fuel Type: Electric
Heating: Radiator, Hot Water
Home Style: Traditional
Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
Roof Type: Composite
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $4,757
Year Built: 1920

Feature Descriptions

Additional Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Appliances: Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer
Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
Exterior: Brick, Masonry
Flooring: Wood
Interior: Attic, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Wood Floors
Lot: Backs - Parkland
Lot Dimensions: 0.17 Acre(S)
Municipality: AKRON BORO
Rooms: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1,Laundry, Mud Room, Bathroom 1
Sewer: Public Sewer
SQFT Above Finished: 1894
SQFT Total Finished: 1894
Structure Type: Detached
Water: Public
Windows: Replacement

Local Schools

School District: EPHRATA AREA

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$ 1,400.79 per month $888.00 Principal & Interest $396.42 Property Tax $116.38 Homeowner's Insurance

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