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Listing description

Located in the heart of Pequea Township, Lancaster County, the Herr Farm offers a rare opportunity to own a historic 143-acre property that has been carefully stewarded by the same family for five generations. Purchased in 1895, the farm gained early acclaim in the 1900s for pioneering scientific agricultural practices, including strategic field and crop rotation, enhancing soil vitality and crop yield across its rich alluvial fields. The farm’s historical records detail its impressive stock of 300 purebred Barred Plymouth Rock chickens and herds of Holstein cows and steers, which thrived on its fertile pastures. Today, a substantial 2½-story brick farmhouse remains, currently tenant-occupied, preserving the architectural charm and enduring legacy of this family-held estate. Zoned agricultural, with the potential for future development, the Herr Farm represents a unique investment in one of Lancaster County’s most promising areas. Whether preserving its agricultural roots or exploring new possibilities, this expansive tract of land offers endless opportunities in a location known for its vibrant growth and deep connection to Pennsylvania’s farming heritage.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
2 full · 2 half
Living area
3,813 sq ft
Heating
Radiator
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Wall Unit

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Converted Barn
Year built
1858

Financial

Price / sq ft
$2,885
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2059886
County
Lancaster County
School district
Penn Manor
Days on market
613 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
Nov 2, 2024Listed for sale$11,000,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$15,737 / year

$1,311 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$14,768

+6.6% at current rates

School tax

PENN MANOR · 19.12 mills (2025-26)

$12,555

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$2,102

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$1,080

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $656,600, well below the ~$5,500,000 its asking price implies at Lancaster County's common level ratio (50.0%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $108,114/year. Worth pricing in.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($656,600, 2018 base year) × current millage. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Lancaster County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$2,200,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$59,737/mo

Principal & interest
$55,217
Property taxes (current rates)
$1,311
Home insurance (est.)
$3,208

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Penn Manor

Academic index
70.7/100
Graduation rate
94.8%
PSSA ELA proficient
60.8%
PSSA Math proficient
56.1%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Lancaster County crime & safety numbers →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Lancaster County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:43 PM EDT

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