Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Old Town Lancaster. This beautifully renovated historic end-unit townhome offers the rare combination of character, space, and modern comfort—just steps from everything downtown has to offer. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and soaring 9-foot ceilings, the home feels light, open, and inviting from the moment you arrive. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, it’s truly move-in ready, allowing you to simply unpack and enjoy. Timeless details shine throughout: gorgeous wood floors, classic brick flooring, exposed brick accents, transom windows, and original glass doorknobs, all seamlessly paired with today’s finishes. The oversized great room—spacious enough to accommodate a baby grand piano—creates a stunning backdrop for entertaining or everyday living. The beautifully updated kitchen and breakfast room are both stylish and functional, featuring leathered granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a central island, and plenty of space to gather. Gorgeous primary suite features wood floors, wall of built-ins, and a stunning ensuite bath with glass walk in shower. Two additional bedrooms-one with a balcony, beautiful hall bath, and convenient laundry room complete the second floor. The newly finished lower-level bonus room offers flexible space for a home office, gym, or media room. Recent upgrades including new windows, a smart thermostat, new hot water heater, and new appliances provide peace of mind and modern efficiency. An attached private garage—a rare find in Old Town and Lancaster City—adds even more convenience. Step outside to your own private outdoor retreat: a charming front porch and a secluded backyard brick terrace, thoughtfully landscaped with peonies, azaleas, hydrangeas, roses, camellia, dogwood, and a Japanese maple—perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. All of this just one to two blocks from Penn Square, Central Market, Southern Market, and the Fulton Theatre, offering the perfect blend of convenient city living and historic neighborhood charm with tree lined streets and brick sidewalks. Homes like this are rarely available. Schedule your showing today and experience the very best of Old Town Lancaster living.
Sold for $478,500
$478,500
139 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
3beds
1,560sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
3,049.2 Square Feet Lot
$485,300 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$2,133 Estimated rent
Home value
$485,300
$461,000 - $510,000
$2,133/mo
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Brick sidewalksTree lined streetsPrivate outdoor retreatSecluded backyard brick terraceWall of built-insTransom windowsBeautiful hall bath
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marilyn R Berger Shank 717-468-0407,
Keller Williams Elite,
Co-Listing Agent: Amy Harris 717-224-0058,
Keller Williams Elite
Bought with:
Carissa Garpstas, RS332678
Keller Williams Elite
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2082604
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Balcony Access
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Description: Balcony
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 9
Bathroom 1
- Description: 1/2 Bath
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 5
Bathroom 3
- Description: Full/Master
- Features: Flooring - Marble, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 7
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 17
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Kitchen
- Description: All Appliances Stay
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Granite Counters, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 13
Laundry
- Description: Washer/Dryer Stay
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Living room
- Description: Exposed Brick
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 18
Mud room
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 9
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,178
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,400
- Finished area below ground: 160
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Permit Required, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other,Board
Lot
- Size: 3,049 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3337089400000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Stucco, Stick Built
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle,Composition,Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Subdivision: Old Town
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Sold | $478,500+1.8%$307/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2082604 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Pending sale | $469,900$301/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2082604 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $469,900+19%$301/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2082604 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2023 | Sold | $395,000$253/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2042866 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Pending sale | $395,000$253/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2042866 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $395,000+73.3%$253/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2042866 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2017 | Sold | $227,900$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $227,900$146/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #269776 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,349 +1.1% | $258,800 |
| 2024 | $10,241 +1.7% | $258,800 |
| 2023 | $10,068 +4.3% | $258,800 |
| 2022 | $9,649 +5.5% | $258,800 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $9,142 +1180.8% | $245,200 |
| 2020 | $714 -91.9% | $245,200 |
| 2019 | $8,812 +1134.6% | $245,200 |
| 2018 | $714 -88.3% | $245,200 +83% |
| 2016 | $6,099 +24.6% | $134,000 |
| 2015 | $4,895 | $134,000 |
| 2014 | $4,895 | $134,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $134,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $134,000 +21.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $110,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $110,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $110,100 |
| 2000 | -- | $110,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Mussertown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10King El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Mccaskey Campus
- 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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