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On The Market: Two Lovely Homes in Franklin County PA

Each Wednesday we are hand picking two properties to showcase for those looking to relocate in the county or find a new home within the county.

Perfect blend of Comfort and convenience.

1461 Finch Dr, Chambersburg, PA 17202

Price: $399,000
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Square Footage: 3,330

Now available for $399,000, this spacious home at 1461 Finch Dr, Chambersburg, PA 17202 offers 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 3,330 square feet of living space. Situated on a 0.89-acre lot, the property provides plenty of room for a larger household, guests, a home office or flexible living spaces. With generous square footage inside and nearly an acre of land, this Chambersburg property offers space both indoors and out.

Key Features:

  • Surrounding yard
  • Comfortable bedrooms
  • Functional layout

Perfect blend of comfort and privacy

686 Bowman Rd, Chambersburg, PA 17202

Price: $1,175,000
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Square Footage: 6,619

Now listed for $1,175,000, this expansive property at 686 Bowman Rd, Chambersburg, PA 17202 features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and more than 6,600 square feet of living space on nearly 15 acres. Known as Deer Field Estate, the all-brick home includes multiple fireplaces, extensive outdoor living areas and six garage spaces. The private setting offers substantial acreage while remaining in the Chambersburg area, providing plenty of space for entertaining, recreation and everyday living.

Key Features:

  • Full-size exterior basketball court
  • Warmth of multiple fireplaces
  • 6 garages
  • large brick patio
  • large fenced field contains five separate fenced pens

Making Franklin County Your Home

Whether you’re attracted to the sophisticated charm of a colonial residence or the peaceful ambiance of a nature-infused retreat, Franklin County offers a lifestyle suited to a variety of preferences and desires. Each home presents its unique advantages, from premium construction and modern amenities to serene landscapes and eco-friendly features.

Explore these homes and envision a new level of comfort and style in your life. Schedule your visit today and take the first step towards making one of these exceptional properties your new forever home.

Sales price and data accurate as of 8/26/26 at 1 pm.

Found Property

On 9/1/2026 at 2:34 p.m., CPD officers were dispatched to the lobby to speak with an employee from the Hamilton Heights who brought in a wallet that was left at

Charles E. Hawk 1951-2026

Charles was a 1970 graduate of the Chambersburg Area Senior High School. He worked at Pet Inc. and Geodis warehouse in Chambersburg.

Franklin County Schedules Mosquito Spray For Hamilton Township

Residential and recreational areas in Hamilton Township will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes beginning around sunset on Sept. 8.  Areas to be sprayed include but are not limited to: Sollenberger Road, Johnson Road, Leedy Drive, Holly Lane, Hamilton

2026 Ben’s Pick Contest Winners

The contest is over and the winners have been chosen. See the complete list of winners below. Winners will have a framed certificate delivered in the upcoming weeks. Thank you

Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.