Welcome Home to 837 Columbia Ave – where charm, space, and convenience come together in Lancaster’s desirable West End! This beautiful 4-bedroom, 1.2-bath home is just minutes from Downtown Lancaster, offering the perfect blend of city living and neighborhood comfort. Step inside to discover stunning hardwood floors, a dedicated second-floor laundry room for added ease, and generous living spaces filled with natural light. Enjoy morning coffee or evening chats on the inviting front porch, or host guests on the elegant stone patio in the low-maintenance backyard. Off-street parking adds even more convenience. With easy access to local parks, shops, and restaurants, this home is a rare find in Lancaster City. Don't miss your chance—schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $255,000
$255,000
837 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603
4beds
2,024sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$258,700 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$1,993 Estimated rent
Home value
$258,700
$246,000 - $272,000
$1,993/mo
Zestimate® history
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Listed by:
Ada Rivera 717-615-3400,
Home 1st Realty
Bought with:
Lana Cunningham, RS374416
Home 1st Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2073706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,024
- Total interior livable area: 2,024 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,024
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,178 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3350859000000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Subdivision: Lancaster City Ward 5
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,PHFA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Sold | $255,000-3.8%$126/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2026 | Pending sale | $265,000$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Pending sale | $265,000$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2025 | Price change | $265,000-3.6%$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+129.2%$136/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2073706 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2009 | Sold | $120,000-11%$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2008 | Listed for sale | $134,900+14.2%$67/sqft |
Source: Homes & Land #141270 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2008 | Sold | $118,162+3743.9%$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2007 | Sold | $3,074-94%$2/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/1999 | Sold | $51,000$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,255 +1.1% | $131,400 |
| 2024 | $5,199 +1.7% | $131,400 |
| 2023 | $5,112 +4.3% | $131,400 |
| 2022 | $4,899 | $131,400 |
| 2021 | $4,899 +1180.8% | $131,400 |
| 2020 | $383 -91.9% | $131,400 |
| 2019 | $4,722 +1134.6% | $131,400 |
| 2018 | $383 -90.8% | $131,400 +45.7% |
| 2017 | $4,143 +0.9% | $90,200 |
| 2016 | $4,105 +30.1% | $90,200 |
| 2015 | $3,155 | $90,200 |
| 2014 | $3,155 | $90,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $90,200 +1.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $88,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Thomas Wharton El SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Reynolds Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10McCaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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