12 Short St, Avella, PA, 15312
About This Home
They don’t make them like this anymore! Full of timeless woodwork, character, and charm, this spacious brick home offers endless potential. Situated on a generous lot, the property features a large covered front porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the seasons. Inside, you’ll find spacious living and dining rooms, beautiful hardwood floors hidden beneath the carpet ready to be restored, and flexible living spaces throughout. The main level includes a bedroom ideal for guests, a home office, or primary bedroom, along with a utility room that offers potential for an additional bathroom. The oversized kitchen provides a fantastic opportunity to create the gourmet kitchen of your dreams. Upstairs offers four spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the finished third level adds even more versatile space for a home office, game room, hobby area, or additional living space. A rare opportunity to own a character-filled home with room to grow and make your own!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Two Story
- Property subType: Farm,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Some Electric Appliances,Dishwasher,Stove
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom5
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16x14
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,319
- Total interior livable area: 2,319 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16x15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5x7
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15x13
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13x13
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3700030303000500
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 7,200 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 0.1653
Parking
- Parking features: Built In
- Has garage: 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
- Hail
- Landslide
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
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 | $1,188 | $14,256 |
| Home Insurance * | $86 | $1,032 |
| Property Taxes | $338 | $4,056 |
| Electricity | $254 | $3,053 |
| Total | $1,866 | $22,392 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
WildfireHail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $225,000 |
| 2026-07-21 | Price change | $235,000 |
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $244,900 |
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $249,900 |
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