




152/- Acre Farm Ave #9385, Mercersburg, PA, 17236
About This Home
PRIME 152± ACRE FRANKLIN COUNTY FARM WITH HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE LIMESTONE SOILS! This exceptional farm features approximately 130± acres of productive tillable land with large open fields and level topography, making it ideal for a wide variety of farming operations. The property includes a spacious brick farmhouse, 3-car detached garage, spring-fed pond, and numerous outbuildings. The farmhouse offers 4 bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with private balcony, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, den/family room, partially finished basement with family room and canning kitchen, attic space, and more. Several fireplaces throughout the home add warmth and character, while a new tin roof installed in 2021 adds to the property’s appeal. The beautiful spring-fed pond is approximately 0.50± acres and adds both scenic beauty and recreational enjoyment to the property. Outbuildings include a 48x76 bank barn, 38x64 equipment shed with attached workshop, 34x35 pole building, several block outbuildings, and additional storage areas. The property also offers ample road frontage along Royer Rd. The tillable acreage is currently under an active farm lease through December 2026. The property is enrolled in farm preservation. Opportunities to acquire a highly farm like this are rare, don't miss your opportunity. This property will be offered at auction on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The list price in no way represents a minimum, starting, or acceptable bid. This property will be offered in a multi-parcel auction, giving buyers the flexibility to purchase Tract 1, Tract 2, or both tracts. Tract 1: 9385 Royer Rd — 148+/- acres featuring a farmhouse, productive farmland, and multiple outbuildings. Tract 2: 4.71+/- acres all tillable, offering an ideal setting for a beautiful homesite. Taxes for tracts 1 and 2 combined are $7,242; taxes may be reassessed dependent on how the property is sold.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Farm
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Improved
Bedroom1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 X 15
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14 X 9
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 X 15
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 X 14
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 X 11
Family Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 325
- Dimensions: 25 X 13
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,862
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,862
- Total interior livable area: 2,862 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 X 13
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 14 X 5
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18 X 16
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: NO TAX RECORD
- Zoning: NONE
- Special condition: Auction
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 152.44 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Oversized,Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
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Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $14,658 | $175,896 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,265 | $15,180 |
| Property Taxes | $2,488 | $29,856 |
| Electricity | $314 | $3,768 |
| Total | $18,725 | $224,700 |
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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