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$445,000

5538 Fordham Ave

Harrisburg, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,276
Square Feet
0.3
Lot Size (acres)
1970
Year Built
46
Days On Market

Welcome to this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3½-bath home featuring spacious living areas and thoughtful updates throughout. An inviting foyer leads to a large living room with bay window and formal dining room ideal for entertaining. The open kitchen offers updated cabinetry and abundant countertop space, while the connected family room features a cozy gas fireplace. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a private full bath, along with three additional bedrooms and a full guest bath. The expansive finished basement provides additional living and entertaining space, complete with a bar, second gas fireplace, and third full bath. A versatile bonus room in the lower level offers the flexibility of a fifth bedroom, home office, or private retreat. The oversized two-car garage offers ample storage and direct access to the rear yard, plus a large concrete driveway with plenty of guest parking. A wood deck and screened-in porch overlook the level backyard, creating an ideal setting for outdoor relaxation and enjoyment. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/22/2026
Listed By
Josh Clouser, 7175264300 · RE/MAX Realty Select, 7175264300
MLS#
PADA2064088
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
5538 Fordham Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17111
City
Harrisburg
County
Dauphin
Neighborhood
LAWNFORD ACRES
Zip Code
17111

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.5
Year Built
1970
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Frame
Building Area
3,276 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Built-in Features
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Oven
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Patio and Porch
Deck, Porch, Screened
Community Features
Sidewalks
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating
Baseboard, Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.3 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,340 sq. ft.
Total
3,276 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$445,000
Annual Taxes
$5,504

Schools

100/100
Susquehanna Township Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.3 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
577
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
44% Black · 31% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
45%
Phone
(717) 657-5125
78/100
Dauphin County Technical School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
1,011
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
50% White · 21% Black · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
57%
Phone
(717) 652-3170
76/100
Phillips Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
393
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
29% Black · 23% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
105%
Phone
(717) 657-3203
75/100
Rutherford Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
461
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
28% Black · 26% Asian · 21% White
Free/reduced lunch
103%
Phone
(717) 561-1990
75/100
Central Dauphin East Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
790
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
34% Black · 21% White · 18% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(717) 545-4709
74/100
Paxtang Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.9 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
229
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
33% White · 24% Black · 24% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(717) 561-1781
58/100
Central Dauphin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2 mi
City
Harrisburg
Students
867
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
75% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
25%
Phone
(717) 540-4606
55/100
Swatara Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.2 mi
City
Steelton
Students
585
Parent reviews
2.8★ avg · 12 reviews
Student body
27% Black · 27% White · 22% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(717) 939-9363

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/11/2026Listed for sale$445,000

Listed by Josh Clouser · RE/MAX Realty Select · 7175264300

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 22, 2026 at 5:08 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PADA2064088

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