This fully renovated end unit townhome is move in ready. Featuring a massive fenced in backyard area and a huge driveway for off street parking. Located in bustling Lancaster City, this historic home has been brought back to life and offers plenty of modern updates. This home offers gorgeous curb appeal with its painted stone exterior and stained wood front door. The main floor offers an efficient layout with a spacious family room / dinning room space. The main floor features 9ft ceilings and brand new flooring throughout. The large updated kitchen is ideal for those who enjoy cooking at home. It offers brand new with kitchen cabinets with butcher block tops. This space also includes ample counter space and brand new appliances. The second floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 fully updated bathrooms. The private primary suite offers tons of natural light and is large enough to fit a king size bed and extra dresser space. This home comes equipped with a brand new heating and cooling system with an extended warranty! The usable basement is perfect for additional living space or storage space. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $195,000
$195,000
523 Chester St, Lancaster, PA 17602
3beds
1,134sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$224,200 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$1,702 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,200
$209,000 - $242,000
$1,702/mo
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Painted stone exteriorAdditional living spaceUsable basementButcher block topsGorgeous curb appealBrand new appliancesStorage space
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Listed by:
Mark Will 717-735-3865,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Christian Will 717-271-9540,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Bought with:
Vicki Roark-Eshelman, RS187379L
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2061598
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,134
- Total interior livable area: 1,134 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,134
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3370549700000
- Zoning: 100 - RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Stucco, Masonry, Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 7th Ward
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $41,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,647
- Date on market: 12/5/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,PHFA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/10/2025 | Sold | $195,000-7.1%$172/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2061598 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2024 | Pending sale | $209,900$185/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2061598 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2024 | Price change | $209,900-4.5%$185/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2061598 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2024 | Price change | $219,900-4.3%$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2059020 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $229,900+76.8%$203/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2059020 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2024 | Sold | $130,000+205.7%$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2013 | Sold | $42,525-18.2%$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2001 | Sold | $52,000+441.7%$46/sqft |
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| 10/10/2000 | Sold | $9,600+420.3%$8/sqft |
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| 4/6/1999 | Sold | $1,845$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,702 +3.3% | $41,200 |
| 2025 | $1,648 +1.1% | $41,200 |
| 2024 | $1,630 +1.7% | $41,200 |
| 2023 | $1,603 +4.3% | $41,200 |
| 2022 | $1,536 | $41,200 |
| 2021 | $1,536 +1180.8% | $41,200 |
| 2020 | $120 -91.9% | $41,200 |
| 2019 | $1,481 +1134.6% | $41,200 |
| 2018 | $120 -93.1% | $41,200 +8.1% |
| 2017 | $1,750 +0.9% | $38,100 |
| 2016 | $1,734 -18.7% | $38,100 -25.3% |
| 2015 | $2,133 | $51,000 -5% |
| 2014 | $2,133 | $53,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $53,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $53,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $53,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $53,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $53,700 +14.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $46,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Churchtowne
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10King El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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