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  • $200,000

    208 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603

    5beds
    1,928sqft
    : 
    $1,435/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1910
    2,178 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $104/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Upgraded electric panel box
    Substantial investment opportunity located in the highly desirable SoWe neighborhood of Lancaster City. This solid home needs updating but has tons of potential if you are looking for a renovation project in a great location. A 5 BR, 1 1/2 bath home which features over 1,900 sq ft of living space, with cozy & efficient natural gas, upgraded electric panel box and alley access to 2 off-street parking spaces. Schedule your showing today, this one will not last! Buyer Agent and their Buyer to verify the taxes and Sq Ft.. All items/ Appliances currently in the home are in As Is Condition, No Warranty Granted ***HANDYMAN SPECIAL / INVESTORS ALERT!!!*** ALL UTILITIES ARE OFF. PLEASE BRING A FLASHLIGHT FOR THE BASEMENT.
    22 days
    616
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cheryl McFadden 717-201-5371,

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster 7173920200,

    Co-Listing Agent: Robert D Althouse 717-371-4607,

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2095458MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Dryer, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Bathroom - Stall Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,856
      • Total interior livable area: 1,928 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,928
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Off Street
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 2,178 Square Feet
      • Features: Urban
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 3386705600000
      • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1910

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: 8th Ward
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lancaster
      • Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $104/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $109,300
      • Annual tax amount: $4,647
      • Date on market: 9/18/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash
      • Inclusions: Everything That Remain In The House At Closing.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/23/2026Pending sale$200,000$104/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PALA2095458 Report a problem
        9/18/2026Listed for sale$200,000+158.1%$104/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PALA2095458 Report a problem
        12/13/1993Sold$77,500$40/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$4,516 +3.3%$109,300
        2025$4,371 +1.1%$109,300
        2024$4,325 +1.7%$109,300
        2023$4,252 +4.3%$109,300
        2022$4,075 $109,300
        2021$4,075 +1180.8%$109,300
        2020$318 -91.9%$109,300
        2019$3,928 +1134.6%$109,300
        2018$318 -91.3%$109,300 +37.7%
        2017$3,647 +0.9%$79,400
        2016$3,614 +32.5%$79,400
        2015$2,726 $79,400
        2014$2,726 $79,400
        2013-- $79,400
        2012-- $79,400
        2011-- $79,400
        2010-- $79,400
        2009-- $79,400
        2007-- $79,400
        2006-- $79,400
        2005-- $79,400 +3%
        2004-- $77,100
        2003-- $77,100
        2002-- $77,100
        2000-- $77,100
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: West End

        Getting around

        84 / 100
        Very Walkable
        61 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Mccaskey H.s.
        • District: School District Of Lancaster

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