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Sold for $655,000
  • $655,000

    501 W Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603

    4beds
    3,052sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    2,614 Square Feet Lot
    $740,400 Zestimate®
    $215/sqft
    $3,520 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $740,400

    $689,000 - $807,000

    $3,520/mo

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    What's special

    Gorgeous hardwood flooringChestnut hillExtra-large bonus roomCustom lighting throughoutCentral marketCustom iron grillworkCopper utility sink
    We are thrilled to present this stunning corner property in the prestigious downtown location known as Chestnut Hill! This home is walkable to center city - including Central Market, Fulton Theater, shops, restaurants, and pubs. It is also close to Franklin & Marshall College and the Lancaster Barnstormer baseball stadium. Please note: some photos are VIRTUALLY staged This gorgeous end-of-row townhome is an entertainer's delight! It boasts a two-car garage with secure access to a private courtyard, too, for spacious entertaining inside or outside! The beautiful foyer entry leads to the spacious living room, with gorgeous hardwood flooring! Through the living room, you'll find the dining room, and adjacent gourmet kitchen, equipped with two Bosch dishwashers, a Wolf gas range with griddle, a Wolf wall oven and microwave, a Subzero refrigerator, and a wine refrigerator. This kitchen has ample storage including a large walk-in pantry, a copper utility sink, and custom lighting throughout. The kitchen also has two dining areas and can easily accommodate 20 people. The first-floor powder room is conveniently tucked near the basement stairs. The second floor includes an owners' suite in the front of the house with a large walk-in closet, a whirlpool-style tub, and a separate shower. There's another bedroom and full bath in the rear of the second floor and there is a convenient laundry situated on this floor as well. The third floor of this home houses an additional bedroom, plus a full bathroom, a large sitting room that could be made into another bedroom, and an extra-large bonus room that could be a home office, studio, or family recreation room. There is also a mini-split AC system on this floor. The gorgeous private courtyard is the perfect spot for entertaining, with a covered section suitable for appliances and boasts a stunning stone fireplace. This space is simply gorgeous and can easily accommodate 25-30 people. Custom iron grillwork provides a street view out of two windows and a door. Other features in this home include the basement (which has been parged (coated with cement and, sealed) - and also provides plenty of storage. Don't miss the opportunity to own this impeccably kept home! The HVAC system was installed in 2022. Inclusions: refrigerator, washer & dryer

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    Listed by:

    Jennifer King 717-723-9080,

    RE/MAX Of Reading,

    Listing Team: The Jennifer King Team

    Bought with:

    Ryan Quindlen, RS330707

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2044534MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 1004
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ductless, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Pantry, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
    • Basement: Full,Concrete,Interior Entry,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,056
    • Total interior livable area: 3,052 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,052
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Storage, Paved, Detached, Off Street, On Street
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: Garage Sqft: 396
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2,614 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 3351736300000
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick, Stucco
    • Foundation: Permanent
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1900

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Location
    • Region: Lancaster
    • Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
    • Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/9/2024Sold$655,000+0.8%$215/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2044534 Report a problem
    1/22/2024Pending sale$649,900$213/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2044534 Report a problem
    1/20/2024Price change$649,900-3.7%$213/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2044534 Report a problem
    12/6/2023Listed for sale$675,000$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2044534 Report a problem
    12/5/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2041662 Report a problem
    11/3/2023Pending sale$675,000$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2041662 Report a problem
    10/20/2023Listed for sale$675,000-6.2%$221/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2041662 Report a problem
    10/7/2023Listing removed$719,900$236/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2035072 Report a problem
    8/26/2023Price change$719,900-4%$236/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2035072 Report a problem
    8/2/2023Price change$749,900-4.5%$246/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2035072 Report a problem
    5/25/2023Listed for sale$785,000$257/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2035072 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,902 +1.1%$197,600
    2024$7,819 +1.7%$197,600
    2023$7,687 +4.3%$197,600
    2022$7,367 $197,600
    2021$7,367 +1180.8%$197,600
    2020$575 -91.9%$197,600
    2019$7,101 +1134.6%$197,600
    2018$575 -90.7%$197,600 +47.1%
    2017$6,169 +0.9%$134,300
    2016$6,112 +24.6%$134,300
    2015$4,907 $134,300
    2014$4,907 $134,300
    2013-- $134,300
    2012-- $134,300
    2011-- $134,300
    2010-- $134,300
    2009-- $134,300
    2007-- $134,300
    2006-- $134,300
    2005-- $134,300 +17.3%
    2004-- $114,500
    2003-- $114,500
    2002-- $114,500
    2000-- $114,500

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Mccaskey
    • High: Mccaskey H.s.
    • 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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