For sale

$274,900

720 1st St, Lancaster, PA 17603

3beds

1,300sqft

Est.:

Townhouse

Built in 1914

1,742 Square Feet Lot

$270,100 Zestimate^®

$211/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Three spacious bedroomsFenced-in yardSolid brick homeOriginal chestnut wood throughoutFormal dining roomLarge cozy eat-in kitchen

Check out this stunning 3-bedroom, 1-bath, solid brick home nestled in the outskirts of Lancaster City. This charming 1914 home exudes character with its original chestnut wood throughout. The first floor features a spacious living room, a formal dining room, and a large, cozy eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The unfinished basement offers a washer/dryer hookup and ample storage space. The backyard boasts a lovely balcony overlooking the fenced-in yard, along with a storage shed for your garden tools or extra storage. This beautiful brick home has immense potential, just a short walk from downtown Lancaster. Imagine enjoying summer nights in the backyard, where you can create a raised garden or a fire pit. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Call now to schedule your showing.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath

Bedroom 1

Level: Upper

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper

Basement

Level: Lower

Dining room

Level: Main

Other

Level: Upper

Kitchen

Level: Main

Laundry

Level: Lower

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,086
Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,300
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,742 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 3386093000000
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Brick, Masonry
Foundation: Block

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1914

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Lancaster

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lancaster
Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $211/sqft
Tax assessed value: $87,200
Annual tax amount: $3,577
Date on market: 3/6/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$270,100

$257,000 - $284,000

$1,589/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/6/2026	Listed for sale	$274,900-8.3%$211/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2082980 Report a problem
11/1/2025	Listing removed	$299,900$231/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2068448 Report a problem
5/2/2025	Listed for sale	$299,900$231/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2068448 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,487 +1.1%	$87,200
2024	$3,450 +1.7%	$87,200
2023	$3,392 +4.3%	$87,200
2022	$3,251	$87,200
2021	$3,251 +1180.8%	$87,200
2020	$254 -91.9%	$87,200
2019	$3,134 +1134.6%	$87,200
2018	$254 -93.4%	$87,200 +4.6%
2017	$3,831 +0.9%	$83,400
2016	$3,796 +31.6%	$83,400
2015	$2,885	$83,400
2014	$2,885	$83,400
2013	--	$83,400
2012	--	$83,400
2011	--	$83,400
2010	--	$83,400
2009	--	$83,400
2007	--	$83,400
2006	--	$83,400
2005	--	$83,400 +22.5%
2004	--	$68,100
2003	--	$68,100
2002	--	$68,100
2000	--	$68,100