Step back in time to 1916 with this charming home at 222 West Franklin Street in Ephrata, PA. Imbued with timeless craftsmanship, it boasts solid core doors, exquisite stained glass, original transom windows that still operate, and classic wooden floors. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with modern cabinets and counters while retaining its historic charm. With 5 bedrooms and two full baths, there's ample space for family and guests. Outside, enjoy the easily manageable yard and the convenience of a one-car detached garage. Plus, discover a small workshop in the basement, perfect for DIY enthusiasts.
Sold for $253,000
$253,000
222 W Franklin St, Ephrata, PA 17522
5beds
1,824sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1916
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$300,100 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$2,119 Estimated rent
Home value
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$285,000 - $318,000
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Modern cabinetsSmall workshopAmple spaceClassic wooden floorsExquisite stained glassSolid core doors
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Listed by:
Mike Gordon JR. 717-475-5824,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Bought with:
Chuck Honabach, RS334125
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
Sara Kochel, RS348452
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2049706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Walk-In Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,824
- Total interior livable area: 1,824 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,824
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 17
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2607881500000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber,Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ephrata Borough
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Ephrata
- Municipality: EPHRATA BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,930
- Date on market: 4/18/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: All Appliances
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2024 | Sold | $253,000+5.4%$139/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2049706 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2024 | Pending sale | $240,000$132/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049706 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2024 | Listing removed | $240,000$132/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PALA2049706 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2024 | Pending sale | $240,000$132/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049706 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $240,000+89.1%$132/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049706 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2007 | Sold | $126,900+81.3%$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2007 | Sold | $70,000$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,998 +2.3% | $122,200 |
| 2024 | $2,930 +2.5% | $122,200 |
| 2023 | $2,858 +4.5% | $122,200 |
| 2022 | $2,736 | $122,200 |
| 2021 | $2,736 +379.2% | $122,200 |
| 2020 | $571 -78.4% | $122,200 |
| 2019 | $2,642 +362.7% | $122,200 |
| 2018 | $571 -76.7% | $122,200 +32% |
| 2017 | $2,451 +0.8% | $92,600 |
| 2016 | $2,431 +44.1% | $92,600 |
| 2015 | $1,688 | $92,600 |
| 2014 | $1,688 | $92,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $92,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,600 +16.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $79,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $79,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $79,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $79,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 17522
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fulton El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Ephrata Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Ephrata Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Ephrata
- District: Ephrata Area
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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