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2 beds2,316 sqft

261 Merry Hill Rd, Mount Pocono, PA 18344

Single FamilyProperty Type
9.15 acresLot Size
1923Year Built
$147/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Property is under contract and accepting backup offers only at this time. Step into timeless charm with this 1923-built 2 bedroom home nestled on over 9 private acres in the heart of Paradise. Featuring original woodwork and surrounded by nature, this property offers unmatched tranquility with mature trees and total privacy. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or hunting lodge, this versatile home is a perfect match. Conveniently located just minutes from Mount Airy Casino,...Property is under contract and accepting backup offers only at this time. Step into timeless charm with this 1923-built 2 bedroom home nestled on over 9 private acres in the heart of Paradise. Featuring original woodwork and surrounded by nature, this property offers unmatched tranquility with mature trees and total privacy. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or hunting lodge, this versatile home is a perfect match. Conveniently located just minutes from Mount Airy Casino, Camelback Mountain's ski resort, and water parks, it's a rare blend of seclusion and accessibility. Have your agent put this one on your list—there are rarely properties of this size available in Paradise Township, and you won't want to miss this opportunity!'' E
Listing closed: 03/13/2025 12:00 AM • Source: PMAR, MLS#: PM-121030
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Property Information for 261 Merry Hill Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,109 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: None

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Lot Size: 9.15 AC / 398,574 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: 611 in Swiftwater to Sanofi and Lower Swiftwater Road. Make a left on Carlton Road and follow to Merry Hill Road on Right. 257 and 261 on Left.
  • County Or Parish: Monroe
  • Latitude: 41.119982
  • Longitude: -75.29912
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee2: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Book Number: 2181/1069
  • Parcel Number: 11637500561813
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,109.18
  • General Property Information : Association: No
  • General Property Information : Association Fee: $.00
  • General Property Information : Association Fee 2: $.00
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • General Property Information : Garage: Yes
  • General Property Information : Attached Garage: No
  • General Property Information : Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features : Driveway: Yes
School Information
  • District High School: Pocono Mountain

Property

Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2316.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Attached: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 9.15
  • Living Area: 2316.0
  • Building Area Total: 3474.0
  • Lot Size Area: 9.15
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 398574.0
  • General Property Information : Above Grade Finished Area: 2316.0
  • General Property Information : Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • General Property Information : Living Area: 2316.0
  • General Property Information : Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • General Property Information : Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1158.0
  • General Property Information : Building Area Source: Public Records
  • General Property Information : Lot Size Acres: 9.15
  • Architectural Style : Country: Yes
  • Architectural Style : Traditional: Yes
  • Architectural Style : Other: Yes
  • Entry Information : Entry Level: 1
  • Construction Materials : Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Lot Features : Level: Yes
  • Lot Features : Wooded: Yes
  • Lot Features : Not In Development: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type : Other: Yes
  • Road Surface Type : Paved: Yes
  • Road Responsibility : Public Maintained Road: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Possession : Close Of Escrow: Yes
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Owner Name: The Zarcone Living Trust Zarcone Anthony
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Contract Information : Property Attached: No
  • Contract Information : Owner Name: The Zarcone Living Trust Zarcone Anthony
  • General Property Information : Year Built Source: Other
Utilities
  • Electric : 200+ Amp Service: Yes
  • Water Source : Well: Yes
  • Sewer : Septic Tank: Yes
  • Utilities : Cable Available: Yes

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Stories: 1
  • Other Structures : Storage: Yes
  • Roof : Asphalt: Yes
  • Roof : Fiberglass: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features : Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features : Deck: Yes
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • General Property Information : Rooms Total: 8.0
  • General Property Information : Bathrooms Half: 0.0
  • General Property Information : Stories: 1.0
  • General Property Information : Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Features : Other: Yes
  • Fireplace Features : Living Room: Yes
  • Flooring : Hardwood: Yes
  • Flooring : Linoleum: Yes
  • Basement : Full: Yes
  • Basement : Unfinished: Yes
  • Basement : Concrete: Yes
  • Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Heating : Hot Water: Yes
  • Heating : Oil: Yes
  • Water Heater : Oil: Yes
  • Appliances : Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances : Water Heater: Yes
  • Appliances : Washer: Yes
  • Appliances : Dryer: Yes
Room Information
  • Room Types : Living Room: Yes
  • Room Types : Bathroom 2: Yes
  • Room Types : Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Room Types : Living Room Level: First
  • Room Types : Dining Room: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 2: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Room Types : Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Types : Kitchen: Yes
  • Room Types : Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Types : Loft: Yes
  • Room Types : Loft Level: First
  • Room Types : Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Room Types : Primary Bathroom Level: First
  • Room Types : Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Room Types : Primary Bedroom Level: First

Rental

Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Contract Information : Lease Considered: No
  • Contract Information : Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 261 Merry Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2025

Closed

PMAR #PM-121030

$340,000—
Jan 4, 2025

Pending

PMAR #PM-121030

—
Dec 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

PMAR #PM-121030

$369,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2025

Closed

PMAR #PM-121030

$340,000
01/04/2025

Pending

PMAR #PM-121030

—
12/22/2024

Listed (Active)

PMAR #PM-121030

$369,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 261 Merry Hill Road

Taxable Value

Land

$22,080

Additions

$90,910
Total$112,990

Tax Record

2026

$765 ($64 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,797 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,797 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

66,211 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1923

Year Renovated

1923

Zoning

R-1

County

MONROE

APN

11.5.2.22

Schools near 261 Merry Hill Road

This home is within Pocono Mountain School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Swiftwater El Center
PublicK to 3

Swiftwater Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Pocono Mountain East Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Pocono Mountain East High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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