Historic circa-1804 brick mansion offering 4,981 total sq. ft. with 5 fireplaces and timeless character throughout. Major updates include newer heating and central air, roof, and windows. Rich in history, the property has previously served as a tavern, inn, residence, and apartments, and is now configured as a single-family home. Current owner had received approvals for a Bed & Breakfast, though approvals have since expired. A truly one-of-a-kind property filled with charm, history, and endless potential.
For sale
Price cut: $200K (7/16)
$649,900
3985 Locust Grove Rd, Columbia, PA 17512
6beds
4,125sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,220/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1804
1.17 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless character throughout
- 61 days |
- 933 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paul Witmer 717-569-8701,
Kingsway Realty - Lancaster (717) 569-8701
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2088706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 8
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 30
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 30
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Breakfast Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Replacement, Screens
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Brick, Marble, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,925
- Total interior livable area: 4,125 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,125
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Asphalt, Private, Detached, Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Breezeway, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Stone Retaining Walls, Balcony
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.17 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Level, Not In Development
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 3005430900000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stick Built
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1804
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: West Hempfield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Municipality: WEST HEMPFIELD TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $158/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $292,600
- Annual tax amount: $7,095
- Date on market: 5/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $649,900-23.5%$158/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,900+97.7%$206/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/3/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: | ||
| 1/22/2021 | Price change | $429,900-10.1%$104/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $478,000+23.2%$116/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX SmartHub Realty #PALA171370 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2020 | Listing removed | $388,035$94/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #PALA159138 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $388,035+29.4%$94/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #PALA159138 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2008 | Listing removed | $299,900$73/sqft |
Source: Homes & Land #131309 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2008 | Listed for sale | $299,900+43.8%$73/sqft |
Source: Homes & Land #131309 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2006 | Sold | $208,600$51/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,779 +2.7% | $292,600 |
| 2024 | $6,598 +2% | $292,600 |
| 2023 | $6,472 +2.7% | $292,600 |
| 2022 | $6,301 | $292,600 |
| 2021 | $6,301 +352.3% | $292,600 |
| 2020 | $1,393 -77.1% | $292,600 |
| 2019 | $6,076 +376.1% | $292,600 |
| 2018 | $1,276 -78% | $292,600 +29.9% |
| 2017 | $5,790 +2% | $225,200 |
| 2016 | $5,675 +33.3% | $225,200 |
| 2015 | $4,258 | $225,200 |
| 2014 | $4,258 | $225,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $225,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $225,200 +25.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $179,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $179,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $179,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $179,500 |
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Neighborhood: 17512
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mountville El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Centerville Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 9/10Hempfield Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Hempfield
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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