Historic Home designed by C. Emlen Urban in the Heart of Lancaster Historic District. Check out the new book by Greg Scott. "Urban Legend", the Life & Legacy of C. Emlen Urban. Narrative #11 features this historic listing and provides in-depth architectural and pedigree details. Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own this historic treasure in Lancaster City. This historic home at 43 N. Shippen Street is located in the heart of Lancaster’s Historic District and is within walking distance to Musser Park, and all the best shops, restaurants, and attractions. The home was built in 1905 and has been lovingly maintained by its current owners. The home features 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, and 4,739 square feet of finished living space. The first floor features a grand formal dining room with fireplace, a library/office, bedroom and bath, as well as a service kitchen and mud room/laundry. The second floor is flooded with natural sunlight and is home to the spacious great room/family room, a gourmet custom kitchen with expansive counter space, cabinets and, a fabulous owners’s suite with custom bath, and a walk-in closet. There is an amazing rooftop private deck with exquisite greenery, koi pond and seating area. The third floor features 2 more spacious bedrooms, a bath and ample storage. The entire home is serviced by an elevator for easy access. This historic home is the perfect place to call home for anyone who wants to live in the heart of Lancaster and enjoy all that the city has to offer. Walk to market, galleries, the Fulton, many great restaurants, brew pubs, and coffee shops. Make sure you call for your private appointment today.
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
43 N Shippen St, Lancaster, PA 17602
4beds
4,739sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
-- sqft lot
$1,085,800 Zestimate®
$195/sqft
$3,612 Estimated rent
Home value
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$988,000 - $1.22M
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Listed by:
Gil Lyons Jr 717-295-9995,
RE/MAX Pinnacle
Bought with:
Abby Young, RS300410
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2043352
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 2106
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven, Water Treat System, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Combination Dining/Living, Bar, 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Air Filter System, Attic, Butlers Pantry, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Elevator, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Exposed Beams, Kitchenette, Bathroom - Tub Shower, 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Decorative, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,845
- Total interior livable area: 4,739 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,739
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Secured, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Sqft: 594
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Indoor, Private
- Fencing: Board
Lot
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3326436900000
- Zoning: R-3
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Georgian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Phone, Cable, Fiber Optic
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Subdivision: Musser Park
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2024 | Sold | $925,000-2.6%$195/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2043352 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2024 | Pending sale | $950,000$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2043352 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2024 | Price change | $950,000-4.5%$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2043352 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $995,000$210/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2043352 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,835 +1.1% | $496,000 |
| 2024 | $19,627 +1.7% | $496,000 |
| 2023 | $19,296 +4.3% | $496,000 |
| 2022 | $18,493 | $496,000 |
| 2021 | $18,493 +1180.8% | $496,000 |
| 2020 | $1,444 -91.9% | $496,000 |
| 2019 | $17,825 +1134.6% | $496,000 |
| 2018 | $1,444 -91.7% | $496,000 +30.9% |
| 2017 | $17,399 +0.9% | $378,800 |
| 2016 | $17,240 +17.9% | $378,800 |
| 2015 | $14,618 | $378,800 |
| 2014 | $14,618 | $378,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $378,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $378,800 +53.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $247,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $247,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $247,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $247,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Musser Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wickersham El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Mccaskey Campus
- District: School District Of Lancaster
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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