Welcome to 731 Saint Joseph St! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,212 square feet of living space on a unique 4,792 sq. ft. lot that is hard to find this close to downtown Lancaster. Set farther back from the street than the surrounding homes, the property offers a rare sense of separation and space while still being conveniently close to the city. Inside, you’ll find 3 decent size bedrooms, a functional layout with an updated, spacious eat-in kitchen, along with numerous improvements throughout the home. The unfinished basement provides additional potential, with rough-in plumbing already in place for a future bathroom. Finish the space to create additional living area, a rec room, home office, or whatever best fits your needs. The property has also benefited from recent exterior improvements, including new concrete installed around the foundation perimeter for added protection and improved water management. With its unique lot, convenient location near downtown Lancaster, and room to add even more value, this home is a great opportunity for a buyer looking for both comfort today and potential for the future. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$230,000
731 Saint Joseph St, Lancaster, PA 17603
3beds
1,356sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$208,100 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recent exterior improvementsUpdated spacious eat-in kitchen
- 15 hours
- 170
- 13
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Timothy Shreiner 717-560-8496,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty (800) 383-3535,
Co-Listing Agent: George Zagas 717-286-9790,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2094320
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 984
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup, Main Level, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Features
- Built-in Features, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Upgraded Countertops, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Concrete,Rough Bath Plumb,Side Entrance,Space For Rooms,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Water Proofing System,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,196
- Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,212
- Finished area below ground: 144
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Free, Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3380682800000
- Zoning: R-3
- Zoning description: Medium Density
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lancaster
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $64,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,725
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Appliances Currently Inside The Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$208,100
$181,000 - $231,000
$1,805/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000+707%$170/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2094320 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2004 | Sold | $28,500$21/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,649 +3.3% | $64,100 |
| 2025 | $2,563 +1.1% | $64,100 |
| 2024 | $2,536 +1.7% | $64,100 |
| 2023 | $2,494 +4.3% | $64,100 |
| 2022 | $2,390 | $64,100 |
| 2021 | $2,390 +1180.8% | $64,100 |
| 2020 | $187 -91.9% | $64,100 |
| 2019 | $2,304 +1134.5% | $64,100 |
| 2018 | $187 -94.7% | $64,100 -16.2% |
| 2017 | $3,514 +0.9% | $76,500 |
| 2016 | $3,482 +14.6% | $76,500 |
| 2015 | $3,039 | $76,500 |
| 2014 | $3,039 | $76,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $76,500 +19.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $64,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $64,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $64,200 +35.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $47,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $47,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $47,300 |
| 2000 | -- | $47,300 |
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Neighborhood: Cabbage Hill
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lafayette
- Middle: Wheatland
- 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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