Step into the character and charm of this remarkable historic Second Empire Victorian in the heart of Columbia. Most recently home to a working artist and designer, this distinctive residence offers a rare blend of architectural history, creative spirit, and generous living space in one of Lancaster County’s most exciting river towns. Featuring five spacious bedrooms, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and beautifully proportioned rooms throughout, the home showcases the craftsmanship and grandeur of a bygone era. A deep front porch overlooks the inviting front yard and welcomes you into interiors filled with warmth, personality, and original historic details. Vintage Art Deco light fixtures dating to the home’s early electrical conversion in the 1930s add another layer of timeless character, complementing the home’s Victorian architecture with distinctive period style. Outside, the property offers both a pleasant front yard and a large backyard with abundant off-street parking — a rare and valuable feature for a historic in-town property. The spacious outdoor areas provide endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, studio use, or simply enjoying the setting. Located on a welcoming neighborhood street in historic Columbia, the home is surrounded by a growing community of independent shops, cafes, galleries, and thoughtfully restored historic properties, while remaining an accessible and affordable alternative to neighboring Lancaster communities. Whether you are seeking a one-of-a-kind primary residence, creative retreat, or historic property with room to grow, this extraordinary home offers timeless character, scale, and opportunity
For sale
Price cut: $5.1K (7/1)
$269,900
419 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA 17512
5beds
2,892sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$274,200 Zestimate®
$93/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting front yardOversized windowsFive spacious bedroomsPleasant front yardSoaring ceilingsBeautifully proportioned roomsDeep front porch
- 38 days |
- 2,095 |
- 155 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Grant Clark 610-996-3669,
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster (717) 740-2221
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2088538
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,892
- Total interior livable area: 2,892 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,892
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1106103100000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
- Municipality: COLUMBIA BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $93/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,801
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$274,200
$260,000 - $288,000
$2,733/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $269,900-1.9%$93/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $275,000-3.5%$95/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $285,000-4.7%$99/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$103/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $315,000-4.5%$109/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,900+186.9%$114/sqft |
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| 5/31/2018 | Sold | $115,000-11.5%$40/sqft |
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| 4/5/2018 | Price change | $129,900-1.5%$45/sqft |
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| 2/27/2018 | Price change | $131,900-0.8%$46/sqft |
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| 11/21/2017 | Price change | $132,900-5%$46/sqft |
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| 9/5/2017 | Price change | $139,900-3.5%$48/sqft |
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| 8/21/2017 | Price change | $144,900-3.3%$50/sqft |
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| 8/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $149,900+76.4%$52/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Sold | $85,000-24.7%$29/sqft |
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| 11/20/2000 | Sold | $112,900$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,890 +5.4% | $175,000 |
| 2024 | $6,540 | $175,000 |
| 2023 | $6,540 | $175,000 |
| 2022 | $6,540 | $175,000 |
| 2021 | $6,540 +242.5% | $175,000 |
| 2020 | $1,909 -70.3% | $175,000 |
| 2019 | $6,427 +286.2% | $175,000 |
| 2018 | $1,664 -64% | $175,000 +55.6% |
| 2016 | $4,621 +60.9% | $112,500 |
| 2015 | $2,871 | $112,500 |
| 2014 | $2,871 | $112,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $112,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $112,500 +14% |
| 2004 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $98,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 17512
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Park El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Columbia Middle School Hill CampusGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Columbia Junior-Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Columbia Borough
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- Pennsylvania
- Lancaster County
- Columbia
- 17512
- 419 Chestnut St





