For sale

$225,000

638 N Mary St, Lancaster, PA 17603

3beds

1,020sqft

$1,583/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1946

1,742 Square Feet Lot

$246,800 Zestimate^®

$221/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Traditional layout

Opportunity knocks in Lancaster! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath townhouse is ready for a buyer with vision. The home offers a traditional layout with three bedrooms and a full bath, plus a large basement for storage, laundry, or future workspace. It needs cleaning and updating throughout, making it a great fit for investors, contractors, or anyone looking to build equity and finish a home to their own taste. The heater and electrical panel appear to be updated, and with the right improvements it could be a solid rental or a comfortable place to call home. Conveniently located close to downtown Lancaster's shops, restaurants, and major routes. Bring your ideas and your toolbox, and schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,020
Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,020

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street, Off Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Exterior features: Awning(s)
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,742 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade
Parcel number: 3398060400000
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard
Other equipment: See Remarks

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Other
Foundation: Slab

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1946

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Chestnut Hill

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lancaster
Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $221/sqft
Tax assessed value: $111,800
Annual tax amount: $4,753
Date on market: 10/8/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Inclusions: All Items And Fixtures Inside And Outside The Property In As Is Condition
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$246,800

$217,000 - $274,000

$1,663/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$225,000+2150%$221/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2096822 Report a problem
9/28/2023	Sold	$10,000$10/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$4,619 +3.3%	$111,800
2025	$4,471 +1.1%	$111,800
2024	$4,424 +1.7%	$111,800
2023	$4,349 +4.3%	$111,800
2022	$4,168	$111,800
2021	$4,168 +1180.8%	$111,800
2020	$325 -91.9%	$111,800
2019	$4,018 +1134.6%	$111,800
2018	$325 -89.8%	$111,800 +61.3%
2017	$3,183 +0.9%	$69,300
2016	$3,154 +14.6%	$69,300
2015	$2,753	$69,300
2014	$2,753	$69,300
2013	--	$69,300
2012	--	$69,300
2011	--	$69,300
2010	--	$69,300
2009	--	$69,300
2007	--	$69,300
2006	--	$69,300
2005	--	$69,300 +5.3%
2004	--	$65,800
2003	--	$65,800
2002	--	$65,800
2000	--	$65,800