Lancaster City Investment Opportunity! Excellent opportunity to own a **well-maintained 2-unit property in Lancaster City** offering strong income potential and a proven rental history. Whether you're looking to add to an existing portfolio or purchase your first investment property, this property is worth a closer look. The building features **two spacious rental units totaling approximately 1,997 square feet**, plus a **separately rented garage that provides additional monthly income**. Conveniently located near **downtown Lancaster, shopping, restaurants, schools, and local colleges**, the property is well positioned for continued tenant demand. With multiple income streams, a desirable Lancaster City location, and long-term investment potential, **236 N Franklin St offers an attractive opportunity for investors looking for both current income and future appreciation.** **Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!**
For sale
$287,900
236 N Franklin St, Lancaster, PA 17602
4beds
2baths
1,997sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$283,300 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 59 days
- 695
- 42
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Glick 717-598-7490,
Hostetter Realty LLC 7173546416
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2093734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Other
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,997
- Total interior livable area: 1,997 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,307 Square Feet
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3366101100000
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Unknown,Metal,Rubber,Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,567
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Exclusions: Tenant Owned Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 35100
Estimated market value
$283,300
$269,000 - $297,000
$1,664/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $287,900-0.7%$144/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2093734 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2026 | Listing removed | $289,900$145/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2088930 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $289,900-1.7%$145/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2088930 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $294,900+26%$148/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2088930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2024 | Sold | $234,000-9.7%$117/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2051592 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2024 | Pending sale | $259,000$130/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2051592 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2024 | Price change | $259,000-2.3%$130/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2051592 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $265,000+47.3%$133/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2051592 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2020 | Sold | $179,900$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2020 | Pending sale | $179,900$90/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PALA167118 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $179,900+259.8%$90/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PALA167118 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2002 | Sold | $50,000-28.6%$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2000 | Sold | $70,000$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,694 +3.3% | $113,600 |
| 2025 | $4,543 +1.1% | $113,600 |
| 2024 | $4,495 +1.7% | $113,600 |
| 2023 | $4,420 +4.3% | $113,600 |
| 2022 | $4,235 | $113,600 |
| 2021 | $4,235 +1180.8% | $113,600 |
| 2020 | $331 -91.9% | $113,600 |
| 2019 | $4,083 +1134.6% | $113,600 |
| 2018 | $331 -91.7% | $113,600 +30.6% |
| 2017 | $3,996 +0.9% | $87,000 |
| 2016 | $3,960 +14.6% | $87,000 |
| 2015 | $3,456 | $87,000 |
| 2014 | $3,456 | $87,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $87,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $87,000 +9.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $79,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $79,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $79,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $79,500 |
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Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
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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