Cute townhome on Ruby Street with hardwood floors mixed with vinyl in places, recessed lights, efficient galley kitchen and loads of charm. 3bed/1bath. You'll find new doors, windows, lighting, paint in the space. A front porch, back stoop and a 2nd floor balcony offer solutions to sit outside. Gas hot water heat, electric water heater. Cute and sweet to call Home.
Sold for $262,000
$262,000
138 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
3beds
1,140sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1938
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$271,600 Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$1,621 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,600
$255,000 - $288,000
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New doorsRecessed lightsFront porchBack stoopHardwood floorsEfficient galley kitchenLoads of charm
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendell Huyard 717-629-2227,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Listing Team: The Wendell Huyard Team
Bought with:
Marcus Shellenberger, RS333936
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2075702
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 654
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Replacement
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Corner, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,794
- Total interior livable area: 1,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,140
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3387076900000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $79,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,278
- Date on market: 8/30/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $262,000+1.2%$230/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Pending sale | $259,000$227/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Price change | $259,000-5.8%$227/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $274,900-3.5%$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $284,900-5%$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+81.8%$263/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2075702 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Sold | $165,000$145/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2011 | Listing removed | $825$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2010 | Listed for rent | $825$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,301 +3.3% | $79,900 |
| 2025 | $3,195 +1.1% | $79,900 |
| 2024 | $3,162 +1.7% | $79,900 |
| 2023 | $3,108 +4.3% | $79,900 |
| 2022 | $2,979 | $79,900 |
| 2021 | $2,979 +1180.8% | $79,900 |
| 2020 | $233 -91.9% | $79,900 |
| 2019 | $2,871 +1134.6% | $79,900 |
| 2018 | $233 -93.2% | $79,900 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $3,408 +0.9% | $74,200 |
| 2016 | $3,377 +14.6% | $74,200 |
| 2015 | $2,947 | $74,200 |
| 2014 | $2,947 | $74,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,200 +2.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $72,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $72,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $72,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $72,600 |
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Neighborhood: West End
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Smith-Wade-El Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Reynolds Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: School District Of Lancaster
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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