Welcome to 559 W Walnut St, nestled in Lancaster City's highly desirable Chestnut Hill neighborhood—a place where charm, community, and opportunity come together. This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is full of character and endless potential, offering the perfect canvas to create the home you've always envisioned. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a property you can personalize over time, this home is ready for its next chapter—and yours. Bring your ideas and make it your own with updated finishes, fresh paint, and thoughtful touches that reflect your personal style. Outside, you'll discover a detached art studio, a unique bonus space that's ideal for an artist's workshop, home office, music room, yoga or meditation retreat, creative studio, or hobby space. The location is just as inspiring as the home itself. Situated on one of Chestnut Hill's picturesque tree-lined streets, you'll enjoy easy access to neighborhood coffee shops, locally loved restaurants, theaters, parks, schools, and all the conveniences that make this one of Lancaster City's most sought-after communities. Downtown Lancaster's vibrant dining, boutique shopping, galleries, and entertainment are just minutes away. If you've been searching for a home with timeless character, an unbeatable location, and the opportunity to create something truly your own, 559 W Walnut St is ready to welcome you home. Set up your private showing today!
Sold for $315,500
$315,500
559 W Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603
3beds
1,350sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$315,600 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$1,689 Estimated rent
Home value
$315,600
$300,000 - $331,000
$1,689/mo
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Timeless characterDetached art studioFresh paintUnique bonus spaceUpdated finishes
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Listed by:
Carissa Garpstas 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite,
Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group, Co-Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group,Co-Listing Agent: Matthew Joseph Koch 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite
Bought with:
Brian Altimare, RS338080
Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2092302
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Balcony Access
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Wall sconces
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Pantry, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full,Drain,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Patio, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3395396700000
- Zoning: R4 - HIGH DENSITY
- Zoning description: Single-Family Dwelling
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Lancaster
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $118,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,909
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Blinds, Window Ac In Art Studio, Curtain Rods And Curtains
- Exclusions: Potted Plants Outside
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Sold | $315,500+5.2%$234/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2092302 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2026 | Pending sale | $300,000$222/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2092302 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000+146.1%$222/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2092302 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2006 | Sold | $121,900$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,909 +3.3% | $118,800 |
| 2025 | $4,751 +1.1% | $118,800 |
| 2024 | $4,701 +1.7% | $118,800 |
| 2023 | $4,622 +4.3% | $118,800 |
| 2022 | $4,429 | $118,800 |
| 2021 | $4,429 +1180.8% | $118,800 |
| 2020 | $346 -91.9% | $118,800 |
| 2019 | $4,269 +1134.6% | $118,800 |
| 2018 | $346 -90.4% | $118,800 +51.9% |
| 2017 | $3,592 +0.9% | $78,200 |
| 2016 | $3,559 +32.9% | $78,200 |
| 2015 | $2,679 | $78,200 |
| 2014 | $2,679 | $78,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $78,200 +3.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $75,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $75,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $75,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $75,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Thomas Wharton El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Reynolds Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Pennsylvania
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- 559 W Walnut St
