Welcome to 238 S. 4th Street, Columbia, PA! This beautifully renovated detached single-family home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout that's perfect for today's lifestyle. The main level features a spacious bedroom, a convenient half bath, and inviting living and dining areas that flow into a beautifully updated kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private en-suite bathroom, as well as another full bathroom to serve the additional bedroom. This move-in-ready home has been extensively updated with a brand-new roof, new HVAC system, fresh interior paint, new flooring and carpet throughout, an updated kitchen featuring elegant granite countertops, and beautifully remodeled bathrooms. Every detail has been carefully selected to provide modern comfort, style, and peace of mind. Situated in the heart of historic Columbia, you'll enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail, and the scenic Susquehanna River. With convenient access to Lancaster, York, and Harrisburg, this home offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and commuter-friendly convenience. Don't miss your opportunity to own this beautifully updated home with modern finishes, a functional floor plan, and exceptional value. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/27)
$254,900
238 S 4th St, Columbia, PA 17512
3beds
1,473sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$254,000 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 43 days |
- 696 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
MALAK DANOUR 215-833-4033,
Iron Valley Real Estate of York County (717) 316-8777
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2091876
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,473
- Total interior livable area: 1,473 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,473
- 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: 2,614 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1109836600000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Municipality: COLUMBIA BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,631
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$254,000
Estimated sales range
$241,000 - $267,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,792/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Price change | $254,900-3.8%$173/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900+103.8%$180/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Sold | $130,000-21.2%$88/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Pending sale | $164,900$112/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $164,900-8.3%$112/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Price change | $179,900-7.7%$122/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+62.6%$132/sqft |
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| 3/22/2022 | Sold | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 2/22/2022 | Pending sale | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 1/15/2022 | Listed for sale | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 1/12/2022 | Contingent | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 1/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 1/1/2022 | Listing removed | $119,900$81/sqft |
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| 12/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $119,900+34.9%$81/sqft |
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| 4/20/2011 | Listing removed | $88,900-6.3%$60/sqft |
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| 3/14/2010 | Price change | $94,900+6.6%$64/sqft |
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| 3/8/2010 | Price change | $89,000-6.2%$60/sqft |
Source: Showcase Technologies #156209 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2010 | Price change | $94,900-2.9%$64/sqft |
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| 12/15/2009 | Listed for sale | $97,700+74.2%$66/sqft |
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| 5/15/2009 | Sold | $56,100+14.7%$38/sqft |
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| 5/3/2005 | Sold | $48,900+140.3%$33/sqft |
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| 2/6/2001 | Sold | $20,350+808.9%$14/sqft |
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| 9/6/2000 | Sold | $2,239$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,631 -1.3% | $67,700 |
| 2025 | $2,665 +5.4% | $67,700 |
| 2024 | $2,530 | $67,700 |
| 2023 | $2,530 | $67,700 |
| 2022 | $2,530 | $67,700 |
| 2021 | $2,530 +242.5% | $67,700 |
| 2020 | $739 -70.3% | $67,700 |
| 2019 | $2,486 +286.2% | $67,700 |
| 2018 | $644 -68.1% | $67,700 +37.9% |
| 2017 | $2,017 | $49,100 |
| 2016 | $2,017 -16.1% | $49,100 -42.4% |
| 2015 | $2,403 | $85,200 |
| 2014 | $2,403 | $85,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $85,200 +76% |
| 2004 | -- | $48,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $48,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $48,400 -38.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $79,000 |
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Neighborhood: 17512
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Park El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Columbia Middle School Hill CampusGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Columbia Junior-Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Columbia Borough
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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