Welcome to 131 Frances Ave! Enjoy the ease of single-story living in this charming ranch home located in West Lampeter Township, within the Lampeter-Strasburg School District. This home blends comfort, convenience, and opportunity; perfect for anyone looking to simplify without sacrificing space. Inside, you’ll find three bedrooms and one full bath with a practical and inviting layout. The combined kitchen and dining area opens directly to the back deck, ideal for morning coffee or outdoor dinners. A stone fireplace adds warmth and character to the living room, creating a cozy space you’ll love coming home to. Step outside to a private, tree-lined backyard with plenty of room to garden, play, or relax. You’ll also appreciate the attached one-car garage, extra off-street parking, and the low-maintenance exterior featuring stone, stucco, and vinyl siding. Modern comforts include central air, and natural gas heat for added efficiency. Located just minutes from Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster City, Tanger Outlets, HACC, Thaddeus Stevens College, and Lancaster General Hospital, this home offers the perfect mix of accessibility and neighborhood charm. Whether you’re downsizing, buying your first home, or looking for a great investment opportunity, 131 Frances Ave is full of potential — a manageable home in a fantastic location, ready for its next chapter. Nearby Amenities: - Lincoln Highway East – 0.6 mi - Tanger Outlets Lancaster – 0.9 mi - HACC Lancaster Campus – 1.0 mi - Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology – 1.5 mi - Lancaster City Center – 2.8 mi
Sold for $310,000
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$310,000
131 Frances Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
3beds
1,149sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.28 Acres Lot
$318,300 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$1,833 Estimated rent
Home value
$318,300
$302,000 - $337,000
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Stone fireplaceCharming ranch homePrivate tree-lined backyardSingle-story livingLow-maintenance exteriorCozy spaceBack deck
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Listed by:
Carissa Garpstas 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite,
Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group, Co-Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group,Co-Listing Agent: Matthew Joseph Koch 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite
Bought with:
Alex Paolella, RS371357
Real of Pennsylvania
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2078514
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Electric
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Combination Kitchen/Dining, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone, Mantel(s), Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,149
- Total interior livable area: 1,149 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,149
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, SideYard(s), Cleared, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3205933600000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Zoning description: Single-Family Dwelling
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Subdivision: Hilltop Acres
- Municipality: WEST LAMPETER TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Sold | $310,000+6.9%$270/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2078514 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Pending sale | $289,900$252/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2078514 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,900+61.1%$252/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2078514 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2018 | Sold | $179,900$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2018 | Pending sale | $179,900$157/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX PINNACLE #1000868054 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $179,900+33.3%$157/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Pinnacle #1000868054 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2011 | Sold | $135,000-6.9%$117/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $145,000+34.4%$126/sqft |
Source: Vflyer Homes #178918 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2002 | Sold | $107,900$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,129 +2.5% | $138,000 |
| 2024 | $3,053 +2.2% | $138,000 |
| 2023 | $2,986 +1.5% | $138,000 |
| 2022 | $2,941 | $138,000 |
| 2021 | $2,941 +424.7% | $138,000 |
| 2020 | $560 -80.2% | $138,000 |
| 2019 | $2,832 +429% | $138,000 |
| 2018 | $535 -80.2% | $138,000 +28.4% |
| 2017 | $2,707 +0% | $107,500 |
| 2016 | $2,707 +28.4% | $107,500 |
| 2015 | $2,108 | $107,500 |
| 2014 | $2,108 | $107,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $107,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $107,500 +29.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $83,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $83,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $83,100 |
| 2000 | -- | $83,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17602
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NALampeter El SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 3.1 mi
- 7/10Martin Meylin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 9/10Lampeter-Strasburg Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Lampetr-strsbrg
- High: Lampeter-strasburg
- District: Lampeter-strasburg
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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