281 Forest Dr, Canadensis, PA, 18325
About This Home
Welcome to this magnificent custom-built 4-bedroom, 2-bath ranch nestled in the highly desirable The Hamlet community, backing directly to state game lands for ultimate privacy and natural beauty. This spacious home offers an exceptional layout featuring oak hardwood floors throughout and multiple inviting living spaces. Enjoy a stunning sunken living room with vaulted ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, complete with sliding doors leading out to your private backyard oasis with an in-ground pool and hot tub on the deck--perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The home boasts multiple fireplaces throughout, including in the living room, family room, and the luxurious primary suite. The primary bedroom retreat features a dressing area and a private ensuite bath with a Jacuzzi tub and beautifully tiled shower. Large eat-in kitchen ideal for gatherings. Additional highlights include, family room and separate den, Multi-level decks overlooking a peaceful, wooded setting, Built-in one-car garage and Central air conditioning & central vacuum. Set on a private lot with direct access to nature, this home is perfect as a primary residence or vacation getaway. The community is filled with amenities including tennis courts, fitness center, indoor pool, outdoor pool, and clubhouse. This house is a must see!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: T1-11,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Double Oven,Refrigerator,Water Heater,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry features: Main Level
Bathroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 291810
- Dimensions: 710 x 411
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 13104
- Dimensions: 117 x 112
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 12656
- Dimensions: 113 x 112
Bedroom4
- Level: Main
- Area: 284498
- Dimensions: 2411 x 118
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 2340
- Dimensions: 195 x 12
Features
- Breakfast Nook,Pantry,Eat-in Kitchen,Laminate Counters,Beamed Ceilings,Cathedral Ceiling(s),High Ceilings,His and Hers Closets,Walk-In Closet(s),Recessed Lighting,Track Lighting,Central Vacuum
- Door features: Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Bedroom,Den,Living Room,Propane,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,706
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,706
- Total interior livable area: 2,706 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 2233110
- Dimensions: 2010 x 1111
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 9720
- Dimensions: 810 x 12
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 3211
- Dimensions: 169 x 19
Master Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 79790
- Dimensions: 79 x 1010
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 20413
- Dimensions: 137 x 149
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 92340
- Dimensions: 810 x 114
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 82902
- Dimensions: 82 x 1011
Utility Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 870
- Dimensions: 87 x 10
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 14.3C.1.150
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Heated
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 1.31 Acres
- Features: Adjoins State Lands,Back Yard,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Attached,Open
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 5
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
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Strong Wind
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 | $2,017 | $24,204 |
| Home Insurance * | $174 | $2,088 |
| Property Taxes | $538 | $6,456 |
| Electricity | $296 | $3,562 |
| Total | $3,025 | $36,300 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
HailWindHow 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-03 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
| 2015-12-11 | Sold | $215,000 |
| 2015-10-05 | Price change | $239,000 |
| 2015-08-16 | Listed for sale | $249,900 |
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