$469,900
620 S Smith Dr #(hemlock), Quarryville, PA 17566
Listed by Beiler-Campbell Realtors-Oxford
A classic country home with a unique local history! Presenting the former Walnut Grove Schoolhouse property (circa 1853). While additions over the decades have transformed the exterior into a low-maintenance, vinyl-sided Cape Cod, the home’s rich heritage has been masterfully preserved inside by its current architectural preservation professional owner and his design savvy wife. This property is a rare find! Set on a scenic .45-acre lot in the Octorara Area School District, you are enveloped by iconic farmland views—complete with seasonal cornfields and dairy cows grazing across the way. Step inside to discover a stunning open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area showcasing meticulously restored original exposed beams. The kitchen features propane cooking, perfect for home chefs. This home offers an intelligent layout & updates:Main Level Living: Features two bedrooms, a dedicated home office, a full bath, a convenient half bath, and a bright enclosed side porch serving as a flexible sunroom/laundry zone. Upper Level: A private, dedicated third bedroom retreat. Modern Efficiency: Enjoy a brand-new, energy-efficient heat pump system (converted from oil). Storage & Parking: A clean, unfinished partial basement provides great storage and direct walk-up access straight into the attached 1-car garage. This property seamlessly pairs easy-care exterior living with unique, historic interior design. Schedule your tour today!
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | Listed for sale | $445,000 |
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 value
$408,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Lancaster County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 HIGH ST, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | March 2026 | $480,000 | 3/2 | 1,808 | $344,332 |
| 6 PARKER DR, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | August 2026 | $405,000 | 3/2 | 1,870 | $320,401 |
| 118 UPPER VALLEY RD, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | April 2026 | $430,000 | 4/1 | 1,872 | $328,680 |
| 13 UPPER VALLEY RD, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | June 2025 | $480,000 | 3/2 | 1,680 | $377,998 |
| 1 SADDLER DR, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | November 2024 | $345,000 | 3/1 | 1,856 | $296,152 |
| 6 PARKER DR, CHRISTIANA, PA 17509 | November 2024 | $361,000 | 3/2 | 1,774 | $315,655 |
Estimated at current rates
$4,266 / year
≈ $356 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$4,380
-2.6% at current rates
School tax
OCTORARA AREA · 25.94 mills (2025-26)
$3,798
County tax
Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)
$469
Municipal tax
Not reported in the MLS feed
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Recomputed from the county assessment ($146,400, 2018 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 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.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$2,719/mo
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.
School district
Octorara Area
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 →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Lancaster County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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