561 W Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603
What's special
Welcome to 561 W Walnut Street, where classic Lancaster City charm meets the walkable lifestyle of the desirable Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a comfortable layout filled with character. The living room flows naturally into the dining room and kitchen, with direct access to the rear patio. Upstairs, hardwood floors continue throughout all three bedrooms, including one with a walk-in closet and access to a sunroom—a unique bonus space with plenty of possibilities. A full unfinished basement provides additional storage. Outside, enjoy a welcoming front porch and private fenced backyard featuring a patio and pergola, perfect for outdoor dining, morning coffee, or relaxing at the end of the day. And the location is hard to beat. Grab coffee nearby, meet friends at Cabalar, catch live music or an event at West Art, pick up pizza at Pizzeria 211, dine at Luca, or spend the afternoon at Buchanan Park. Schools, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and everyday conveniences are close by, with Downtown Lancaster’s Central Market, theaters, shops, and dining just minutes away. At 561 W Walnut Street, you can leave the car at home and truly enjoy the best of Lancaster City living.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Bedroom
Closet
Bathroom
Bedroom
Closet
Bedroom
Outdoor 1
Outdoor 2
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Matthew Koch 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite 7175532500,
Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group, Co-Listing Team: Koch Garpstas Realty Group,Co-Listing Agent: Carissa M Garpstas 717-788-8347,
Keller Williams Elite
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard, Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3395236500000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- 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: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,200
- Annual tax amount: $5,110
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Fridge, Washer, Dryer, White Cabinet In The Basement Across From The W / D, Backyard Pergola, Outdoor String Lights, Curtain Rods And Curtains, Shower Curtain Rod, Rug In One Of The Bedrooms
- Exclusions: Mirror Hanging In The Living Room And One Of The Bedrooms, Outdoor Fan In The Pergola, Neon Beer Signs Outback. Backyard Bar And Stools Are Negotiable.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2026 | Pending sale | $325,000$241/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2095092 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $325,000+316.7%$241/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2095092 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2002 | Sold | $78,000$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,967 +3.3% | $120,200 |
| 2025 | $4,807 +1.1% | $120,200 |
| 2024 | $4,756 +1.7% | $120,200 |
| 2023 | $4,676 +4.3% | $120,200 |
| 2022 | $4,482 | $120,200 |
| 2021 | $4,482 +1180.8% | $120,200 |
| 2020 | $350 -91.9% | $120,200 |
| 2019 | $4,320 +1134.6% | $120,200 |
| 2018 | $350 -90.4% | $120,200 +52.2% |
| 2017 | $3,629 +0.9% | $79,000 |
| 2016 | $3,595 +32.6% | $79,000 |
| 2015 | $2,711 | $79,000 |
| 2014 | $2,711 | $79,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $79,000 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $71,800 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$328,100
$312,000 - $345,000
$1,372/mo
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