Welcome to 71 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, located in the charming Prospect Heights neighborhood! This adorable 2-bedroom, 1-bath end-unit brick townhome offers classic character with original hardwood floors and abundant natural light throughout. The foyer opens into a bright and inviting living room and dining area, creating a comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen offers practical functionality with a new gas wall oven, newer microwave, and updated kitchen faucet. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage space and includes the washer and dryer, plus convenient walk-out access to the backyard and two off-street parking spaces. The fenced yard and storage shed add extra outdoor functionality—perfect for pets, gardening, or additional storage. A new water heater was installed in 2020. Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom featuring tile flooring and a porcelain sink. The home also includes central air conditioning and natural gas heating for year-round comfort. This home is only a few blocks away from Lafayette Elementary School and there are two parks close by. This move-in ready home is located minutes from downtown Lancaster, shops, and restaurants. This charming Lancaster city home is a great opportunity for a first-time buyer or investor alike. Schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $216,000
$216,000
71 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603
2beds
986sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1954
3,485 Square Feet Lot
$218,300 Zestimate®
$219/sqft
$1,677 Estimated rent
Home value
$218,300
$207,000 - $231,000
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Fenced yardStorage shedNewer microwaveTwo off-street parking spacesAbundant natural light throughoutNew gas wall ovenOriginal hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Shirah Layton-Rickard 717-586-1789,
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
Bought with:
Juamady Bencosme, RS338845
Realty ONE Group Unlimited
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2083948
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 11
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Unfinished,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,479
- Total interior livable area: 986 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 986
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,485 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3384484000000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Zoning description: Residential R-3 Medium Density
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private/Community Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Prospect Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $219/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $86,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,540
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: All Kitchen Appliances, Washer And Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $216,000+10.8%$219/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2083948 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2026 | Pending sale | $195,000$198/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2083948 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000+77.3%$198/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2083948 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2020 | Sold | $110,000+10%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $100,000+22%$101/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Lancaster #PALA164444 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2017 | Sold | $82,000-3.5%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2009 | Sold | $85,000-11.5%$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2009 | Listed for sale | $96,000+60%$97/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2000 | Sold | $60,000$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,451 +1.1% | $86,300 |
| 2024 | $3,415 +1.7% | $86,300 |
| 2023 | $3,357 +4.3% | $86,300 |
| 2022 | $3,218 | $86,300 |
| 2021 | $3,218 +1180.8% | $86,300 |
| 2020 | $251 -91.9% | $86,300 |
| 2019 | $3,101 +1134.6% | $86,300 |
| 2018 | $251 -92.1% | $86,300 +24.4% |
| 2017 | $3,188 +0.9% | $69,400 |
| 2016 | $3,159 +35.6% | $69,400 |
| 2015 | $2,329 | $69,400 |
| 2014 | $2,329 | $69,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $69,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $69,400 +2.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $68,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $68,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $68,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $68,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cabbage Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lafayette El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Wheatland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lafayette
- Middle: Wheatland
- High: Mccaskey Campus
- 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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