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Sold for $309,500
  • $309,500

    537 N Mary St, Lancaster, PA 17603

    3beds
    1,576sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1895
    1,742.4 Square Feet Lot
    $347,400 Zestimate®
    $196/sqft
    $2,213 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $347,400

    $330,000 - $368,000

    $2,213/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome home to this meticulously maintained city home in the charming Chestnut Hill neighborhood, within walking distance of the F&M College campus and all that Lancaster City has to offer! The brick exterior and inviting front porch sets this home apart. As you enter, you’ll be struck by the eye-catching character and original hardwood floors complemented by large, sun-filled windows throughout. The open concept living room and dining room flow seamlessly to the spacious eat-in kitchen, featuring soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, and gas cooking. The laundry/half-bath combo makes life easy, located on the main level. Exiting to the backyard, a showpiece in and of itself, you’ll enjoy a generous size deck and custom-built raised garden beds lining the property’s privacy fencing to the garden shed at the back of the property. String lights canopy the manicured lawn, making the perfect spot for cozy evenings in or hosting BBQ’s this Fall! Upstairs, the second floor boasts 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Another staircase leading to a finished third level bonus space tops this home off! The spacious room with hardwood floors is currently used as an office and den. Throughout this home, the owners’ upkeep and attention to detail is evident. Some improvements include blown-in insulation for the second floor bathroom and hallway ceilings, back bedroom, as well as the third floor ceiling and dormers, updated PVC sewage line to the street, and newer furnace and water heater (2017). Plenty of storage is made possible in the clean basement with built in shelving and even a workbench for small home projects. This home truly is one of a kind. Be sure to schedule a showing while you can!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Elise Dombach 717-449-9806,

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster

    Bought with:

    Beth Andrew, RS289750

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2056110MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 700
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Dining Area, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl
    • Basement: Concrete,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,276
    • Total interior livable area: 1,576 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,576
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two and One Half
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
    • Exterior features: Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Board,Chain Link,Privacy
    Lot
    • Size: 1,742 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 3390220100000
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding, Brick, Masonry, Stick Built
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle,Composition,Metal,Rubber
    Condition
    • Very Good,Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1895

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Smoke Detector(s), Motion Detectors, 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
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/8/2025Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    11/3/2025Listed for rent$2,200$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/4/2024Sold$309,500$196/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2056110 Report a problem
    9/7/2024Pending sale$309,500$196/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2056110 Report a problem
    9/5/2024Listed for sale$309,500+110.5%$196/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PALA2056110 Report a problem
    12/6/2016Sold$147,000-1.9%$93/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/1/2016Listed for sale$149,900+93.4%$95/sqft
    Source: Visual Tour #255507 Report a problem
    7/18/2016Sold$77,500-18.4%$49/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/27/2016Listed for sale--
    Source: Auction.com Report a problem
    9/20/2006Sold$95,000$60/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,795 +1.1%$144,900
    2024$5,734 +1.7%$144,900
    2023$5,637 +4.3%$144,900
    2022$5,402 $144,900
    2021$5,402 +1180.8%$144,900
    2020$422 -91.9%$144,900
    2019$5,207 +1345%$144,900 +17%
    2018$360 -89.2%$123,800 +70.5%
    2017$3,335 +0.9%$72,600
    2016$3,304 +34.5%$72,600
    2015$2,456 $72,600
    2014$2,456 $72,600
    2013-- $72,600
    2012-- $72,600
    2011-- $72,600
    2010-- $72,600
    2009-- $72,600
    2007-- $72,600
    2006-- $72,600
    2005-- $72,600 +10.7%
    2004-- $65,600
    2003-- $65,600
    2002-- $65,600
    2000-- $65,600

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill

    Nearby schools

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    • 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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