Welcome to 246 S. 5th Street, in Columbia, Lancaster County! This great detached home offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream living space in a desirable location. Featuring 2-3 bedrooms, this home boasts a spacious fenced yard and convenient off-street parking, providing both security and convenience. While in need of repairs, this property holds immense potential for those with a vision. With a little love and attention, this gem is sure to shine brighter than ever before. The third bedroom on the 2nd floor is currently a walkthrough but could be easily walled off, offering flexibility in the home's layout to suit your needs. The third floor presents the opportunity to be finished into an additional bedroom, offering even more flexibility and space for your needs. Enjoy the convenience of a mudroom off the kitchen, adding functionality to your daily routines. Don't miss your chance to transform this property into the home you've always dreamed of. Schedule a showing today and unlock the potential of 246 S. 5th St.!
Sold for $122,500
$122,500
246 S 5th St, Columbia, PA 17512
3beds
1,216sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$198,100 Zestimate®
$101/sqft
$1,670 Estimated rent
Home value
$198,100
$168,000 - $226,000
$1,670/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Liz Hamberger 717-577-0814,
Keller Williams Keystone Realty,
Listing Team: Liz Hamberger Team
Bought with:
Jesse Hersh, AB069605
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2048846
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 384
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 1,216 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,216
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 1104291800000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Subdivision: Columbia Borough
- Municipality: COLUMBIA BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(k)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2024 | Sold | $122,500-5.8%$101/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2048846 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2024 | Pending sale | $129,995$107/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2048846 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $129,995$107/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2048846 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,260 +58.8% | $108,200 +50.7% |
| 2024 | $2,683 | $71,800 |
| 2023 | $2,683 | $71,800 |
| 2022 | $2,683 | $71,800 |
| 2021 | $2,683 +242.5% | $71,800 |
| 2020 | $783 -70.3% | $71,800 |
| 2019 | $2,637 +286.2% | $71,800 |
| 2018 | $683 -71.3% | $71,800 +24% |
| 2017 | $2,378 | $57,900 |
| 2016 | $2,378 +45.7% | $57,900 |
| 2015 | $1,633 | $57,900 |
| 2014 | $1,633 | $57,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,900 -0.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $58,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $58,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $58,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $58,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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
- Middle: Columbia Junior-senior - Hill Campus
- High: Columbia Junior-senior - Hill Campus
- 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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