Welcome to this outstanding 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom detached home in the heart of Ephrata. The owners have beautifully restored this home, combining original character with modern amenities and upgrades. Entering through the front door, you will be greeted by the rich restored hardwood floors. You will immediately appreciate the open floor plan as you explore the lovely rooms. A brand new Maplewood kitchen, accented by a series of recessed lights offers lots of cabinet space, dishwasher, stove, and microwave. Beyond the kitchen is the spacious laundry and rear entry way, including a rinsing sink and cabinetry. From there, you can enjoy strolling through the spacious fenced in yard, and beyond that, 4 off street parking spaces. The 1st floor also offers a lovely new bath, while retaining some original character in its storage closets. A beautiful staircase leads upstairs to the Master suite featuring a well-lit bath with a soaking tub with tile surround. Two other bedrooms and an additional bath compliment the upstairs areas. The 3rd bedroom opens to a 2nd floor balcony overlooking the patio and the pleasant grounds. All baths are equipped with recessed lighting and each bedroom has lighted closets. Newer replacement windows and furnace make this home very efficient. The basement and insulated attic offer lots of storage space. This beautiful, detached home is a rare find in downtown Ephrata.
For sale
$329,900
239 Washington Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522
3beds
1,640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Master suiteSpacious fenced in yardOpen floor planNewer replacement windowsRecessed lightsRinsing sink and cabinetryRich restored hardwood floors
- 74 days
- 887
- 46
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ervin Barkman 717-468-4424,
Kingsway Realty - Lancaster (717) 569-8701
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2090330
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Hookup, Main Level, Washer In Unit
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Insulated
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Replacement, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,640
- Total interior livable area: 1,640 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,640
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Play Area, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Board,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 144
- Features: Landscaped, Open Lot, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 2606082500000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Fiberglass,Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ephrata
- Municipality: EPHRATA BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $121,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,973
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Stove
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,900+88.5%$201/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2090330 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2024 | Sold | $175,000-12.5%$107/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049756 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2024 | Pending sale | $199,900$122/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049756 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $199,900+81.7%$122/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2049756 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2015 | Sold | $110,000-4.3%$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2015 | Price change | $115,000-4.1%$70/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #232998 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2015 | Listed for sale | $119,900-4%$73/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2014 | Listing removed | $124,900$76/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #221363 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Price change | $124,900-3.8%$76/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #221363 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2014 | Price change | $129,900-3.7%$79/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #221363 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2014 | Price change | $134,900-3.6%$82/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #221363 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $139,900+55.4%$85/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #221363 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/1999 | Sold | $90,000$55/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,121 +5% | $121,200 |
| 2025 | $2,973 +2.3% | $121,200 |
| 2024 | $2,907 +2.5% | $121,200 |
| 2023 | $2,835 +4.5% | $121,200 |
| 2022 | $2,714 | $121,200 |
| 2021 | $2,714 +379.2% | $121,200 |
| 2020 | $566 -78.4% | $121,200 |
| 2019 | $2,621 +362.7% | $121,200 |
| 2018 | $566 -77.2% | $121,200 +28.9% |
| 2017 | $2,488 +0.8% | $94,000 |
| 2016 | $2,468 +34% | $94,000 |
| 2015 | $1,842 | $94,000 |
| 2014 | $1,842 | $94,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,000 +8.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $86,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $86,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $86,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $86,900 |
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Neighborhood: 17522
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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