$305,000
SOLD AUG 11, 2025

239 E Chestnut St Lancaster, PA 17602

Musser Park Neighborhood
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,318 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$231 Per Sq Ft

22% Above List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Cedar Closet
  • Wood Flooring
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • 4-minute walk to Musser Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

This property will be offered at Public Auction on Thursday, June 26, 2025 @ 6pm. The listing price is the opening bid only and in no way reflects the final sale price. 10% down due at auction, 2% transfer tax to be paid by the purchaser, real estate taxes prorated. Ideally located in Lancaster City, this charming brick home sits right across from Musser Park and the Lancaster Museum of Art, offering both a peaceful view and easy access to Routes 222 and 30. Inside, the first floor features a cozy living room with a fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, convenient powder room, and a covered patio for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a sun room off one of the bedrooms—perfect as a home office, reading nook, or playroom. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage or the opportunity to create an additional bedroom. Additional amenities include a private fenced yard, hardwood floors throughout, replacement windows, an unfinished basement, and a secure underground passage providing access from the front to the rear of the home. With its prime location and classic features, this home is a great fit for anyone looking to enjoy city living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Stewart

Cavalry Realty LLC License #RM420558 Listed on: 05/20/2025

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,045

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,318 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lancaster City Ward 6 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 336-31388-0-0000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,045

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: This property will be offered at Public Auction on Thursday, June 26, 2025 @ 6pm. The listing price is the opening bid only and in no way reflects the final sale price. 10% down due at auction, 2% transfer tax to be paid by the purchaser, real estate taxes prorated. Ideally located in Lancaster City, this charming brick home sits right across from Musser Park and the Lancaster Museum of Art, offering both a peaceful view and easy access to Routes 222 and 30. Inside, the first floor features a cozy living room with a fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, convenient powder room, and a covered patio for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a sun room off one of the bedrooms—perfect as a home office, reading nook, or playroom. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage or the opportunity to create an additional bedroom. Additional amenities include a private fenced yard, hardwood floors throughout, replacement windows, an unfinished basement, and a secure underground passage providing access from the front to the rear of the home. With its prime location and classic features, this home is a great fit for anyone looking to enjoy city living.
  • Special Features: Auction
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Non-Functioning
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1318
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1318
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 189.68
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1318
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 239

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry
  • Roof: Slate
  • View: Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
  • School District Key: 300200397286
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3062.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5045.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 336-31388-0-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1318
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/11/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Judith J Peters Family Trust and Jackson James E
Bought by
Hanks John K
Seller's Agent
Thomas Stewart
Cavalry Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Stewart
Cavalry Realty LLC
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
22%
Views
72

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-89.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2024
Sold by
Jackson James Elwood and Peters Judith J
Bought by
Judith J Peters Family Trust and Jackson
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $305,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2025 08/11/25 Sold $305,000 +22.0% $231 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $250,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,045 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2024 $5,045 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2023 $4,960 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2022 $4,754 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2021 $4,652 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2020 $4,652 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2019 $4,582 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2018 $2,282 $127,500 $36,800 $90,700
2017 $3,633 $79,100 $21,700 $57,400
2016 $3,600 $79,100 $21,700 $57,400
2015 $1,404 $79,100 $21,700 $57,400
2014 $2,715 $79,100 $21,700 $57,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Thomas Stewart

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Thomas Stewart

    Cavalry Realty LLC

    (717) 932-2599

    1 in this area

    961 Total Sales

    Thomas Stewart
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2070160

Bright MLS

APN: 336-31388-0-0000

Pennsylvania Lancaster County Lancaster 17602 Musser Park

239 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA

This home is located at 239 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602 and is currently priced at $305,000, approximately $231 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 239 E Chestnut St is a home located in Lancaster County with nearby schools including Fulton El School, Lincoln Middle School, and McCaskey High School.

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