This charming Colonial semi-detached home in the desirable Cabbage Hill neighborhood offers a perfect blend of historic character and modern convenience. With a major renovation completed in 2019, this home features a spacious layout with 1,686 sq. ft. of living space, including four inviting bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The heart of the home boasts a well-equipped kitchen with a built-in electric range, oven, and counter space, making meal preparation a delight. Enjoy the convenience of a main floor laundry area, complete with a washer and dryer. The hardwood and tile flooring throughout adds warmth and elegance. This home is not just a place to live; it's a canvas the start of home ownership. Experience the comfort and charm of this lovely residence, where every corner invites you to create lasting memories.
Sold for $255,000
$255,000
638 Saint Joseph St, Lancaster, PA 17603
4beds
1,686sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$263,000 Zestimate®
$151/sqft
$2,101 Estimated rent
Home value
$263,000
$247,000 - $279,000
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Well-equipped kitchenMain floor laundry areaSpacious layoutHardwood and tile flooringInviting bedrooms
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Listed by:
Dawn Patrick 717-940-8626,
CENTURY 21 Home Advisors
Bought with:
Priscilla Gibson, RS349867
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2079428
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,686
- Total interior livable area: 1,686 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,686
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3386761900000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1887
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cabbage Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $151/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $96,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,951
- Date on market: 11/11/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer And Dryer. Standing A / C Unit In Attic, Ring Doorbell. Tv In Kitchen And Tv In Living Room Area
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Sold | $255,000+6.3%$151/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2079428 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Pending sale | $239,900$142/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2079428 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+26.3%$142/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2079428 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2019 | Sold | $189,900$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $189,900+322%$113/sqft |
Source: Shepherd Real Estate LLC #PALA131882 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2018 | Sold | $45,000-38.3%$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2009 | Listing removed | $72,900$43/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #156194 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2009 | Price change | $72,900-4%$43/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #156194 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2009 | Price change | $75,900-1.3%$45/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #148393 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $76,900$46/sqft |
Source: Kingsway Realty #148393 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,979 +3.3% | $96,300 |
| 2025 | $3,851 +1.1% | $96,300 |
| 2024 | $3,811 +1.7% | $96,300 |
| 2023 | $3,746 +4.3% | $96,300 |
| 2022 | $3,590 | $96,300 |
| 2021 | $3,590 +1629.9% | $96,300 |
| 2020 | $208 -91.6% | $96,300 +40.6% |
| 2019 | $2,462 +1134.6% | $68,500 |
| 2018 | $199 -91.7% | $68,500 +31.5% |
| 2017 | $2,393 +0.9% | $52,100 |
| 2016 | $2,371 +14.6% | $52,100 |
| 2015 | $2,069 | $52,100 |
| 2014 | $2,069 | $52,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $52,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $52,100 +11.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $46,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $46,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $46,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $46,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cabbage Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Price El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Reynolds Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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- Lancaster
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- Cabbage Hill
- 638 Saint Joseph St
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