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  • $370,000

    218 Howard Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602

    2beds
    1,142sqft
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    $2,472/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1880
    1,307 Square Feet Lot
    $207,000 Zestimate®
    $324/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This beautifully renovated home is the ultimate in Lancaster City living. The location near downtown provides easy access to all that the city has to offer, from fine dining to the arts scene, to endless shopping options. As for the home itself, you'll be delighted from the moment you arrive. The surrounding neighborhood is a pleasant, eclectic mix of beautiful residential homes and various retail and commercial uses. The home's facade is warm and inviting, and walking inside you'll find a spacious, beautiful living area featuring warm flooring and wonderful finishes. The warm, like new floors along with ornate trim work help the home retain much of its old world charm. You'll be delighted by the kitchen, with beautifully done cabinetry and all the high end finishes you'd expect in a home of this caliber. This space also features a conveniently placed half bath, and leads to the spacious backyard beyond. Moving upstairs, the bath is an obvious highlight, with custom trim work and a beautiful bathroom with tile finishes throughout. Also on the second floor is a conveniently located laundry room, and a beautifully finished guest bedroom The third floor is an oasis of its own, featuring large windows overlooking spectacular downtown views. The large, sun drenched space would make an amazing home office, studio, or whatever you might dream up. And more on the backyard, this is all enclosed by a privacy fence and provides a beautiful outdoor respite. A rare off street parking space for your convenience rounds out the things that make this home special. For your peace of mind, recent renovations include all new mechanicals including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, as well as a new roof, new windows throughout, and much more. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a prime portion of thriving downtown Lancaster!
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    Listed by:

    Ben Esh 717-344-4480,

    Astoria Realty Advisors LLC 7174256264

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2097712MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Formal/Separate Dining Room
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Partial
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,142
      • Total interior livable area: 1,142 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,142
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
      Features
      • Levels: Two and One Half
      • Stories: 2.5
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,307 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: .03AC
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 13K1C89
      • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
      • Zoning description: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick, Masonry
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Shingle,Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1880

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Lancaster
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lancaster
      • Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $324/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $56,400
      • Annual tax amount: $2,398
      • Date on market: 11/13/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Exclusions: All Staging Furniture
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $207,000

        $186,000 - $230,000

        $1,562/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        12/27/2024Sold$95,000+216.7%$83/sqft
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        3/30/2021Sold$30,000+87.5%$26/sqft
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        11/16/2001Sold$16,000$14/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$2,330 +3.3%$56,400
        2025$2,255 +1.1%$56,400
        2024$2,232 +1.7%$56,400
        2023$2,194 +4.3%$56,400
        2022$2,103 $56,400
        2021$2,103 +1180.8%$56,400
        2020$164 -91.9%$56,400
        2019$2,027 +1134.6%$56,400
        2018$164 -92.3%$56,400 +22.1%
        2017$2,122 +0.9%$46,200
        2016$2,103 +14.6%$46,200
        2015$1,835 $46,200
        2014$1,835 $46,200
        2013-- $46,200
        2012-- $46,200
        2011-- $46,200
        2010-- $46,200
        2009-- $46,200
        2007-- $46,200
        2006-- $46,200
        2005-- $46,200
        2004-- $46,200
        2003-- $46,200
        2002-- $46,200
        2000-- $46,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Mussertown

        Getting around

        96 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: King E.s.
        • Middle: Abraham Lincoln
        • 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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