$495,000

1055 Columbia Ave Lancaster, PA 17603

West Lancaster Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,918/month

Total Views 13,100
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,600 Sq Ft
$190 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Space For Rooms
  • No HOA

About This Home

Welcome to 1055 - 1057 Columbia Avenue - a rare, combined duplex located just outside of Lancaster City, and adjacent to Hamilton Park. Totaling over 2,500 combined square feet, with 8 total private parking spaces, and a rear green space. Offered publicly for the first time since 2008, is this unique opportunity to purchase both 'sides' of this classic, 1940's brick property. Live in one side, and run your business out of the other, or convert to a 2 or 4 unit! Located within Lancaster Township's 'Local Commercial' zoning, multiple uses are available and presented to the next owner. Med office, daycare, financial institution, restaurant, retail space, dental office, place of assembly for worship are all listed as permitted uses. More options under the local commercial special exception uses. Updated with vinyl flooring, central A/C, fresh paint, and vinyl windows. Each 'side' has its own 100 amp electric service, electric hot water heater, and HVAC system. Four total ground level entrances currently exist, with a second floor fire escape in place. Floor plans available. Schedule a tour and bring your vision!

Listing Agent

Tyler Stoltz

(717) 201-5960 tstoltz@homesale.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS339473 Listed on: 08/19/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,533

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Dutch Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Side-by-Side
  • Block Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Plaster Walls
  • Wood Walls
  • Block Wall
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Brick Front
  • Copper Plumbing
  • CPVC or PVC Pipes
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,600 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Brick Wall or Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Fire Escape
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen in Efficiency Studio

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Improved Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Space For Rooms

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 8 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Handicap Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Paved Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Playground

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 340-40265-0-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,533

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Craftsman, Dutch, Side-By-Side, Traditional, Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 1055 - 1057 Columbia Avenue - a rare, combined duplex located just outside of Lancaster City, and adjacent to Hamilton Park. Totaling over 2,500 combined square feet, with 8 total private parking spaces, and a rear green space. Offered publicly for the first time since 2008, is this unique opportunity to purchase both 'sides' of this classic, 1940's brick property. Live in one side, and run your business out of the other, or convert to a 2 or 4 unit! Located within Lancaster Township's 'Local Commercial' zoning, multiple uses are available and presented to the next owner. Med office, daycare, financial institution, restaurant, retail space, dental office, place of assembly for worship are all listed as permitted uses. More options under the local commercial special exception uses. Updated with vinyl flooring, central A/C, fresh paint, and vinyl windows. Each 'side' has its own 100 amp electric service, electric hot water heater, and HVAC system. Four total ground level entrances currently exist, with a second floor fire escape in place. Floor plans available. Schedule a tour and bring your vision!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Table Space, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Insulated, Replacement, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Block Walls, Brick, Dry Wall, Masonry, Plaster Walls, Wood Walls
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2600
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2600
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 190.38
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2600
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1055-1057

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Brick Front, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, Cpvc/Pvc, Masonry, Mixed, Mixed Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Fire Escape, Play Area, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Handicap Parking, Paved Parking, Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street, Parking Lot
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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 Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10018.80
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 340-40265-0-0000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER

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Source: Public Records

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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 $3,533 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2024 $3,533 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2023 $3,246 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2022 $3,246 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2021 $3,148 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2020 $3,148 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2019 $3,081 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2018 $2,613 $122,500 $50,100 $72,400
2017 $3,662 $112,000 $29,600 $82,400
2016 $3,594 $112,000 $29,600 $82,400
2015 $486 $112,000 $29,600 $82,400
2014 $2,988 $112,000 $29,600 $82,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $495,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $350,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2075108

Bright MLS

APN: 340-40265-0-0000

Pennsylvania Lancaster County Lancaster 17603 West Lancaster

1055 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA

This home is located at 1055 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 and is currently priced at $495,000, approximately $190 per square foot. This property was built in 1942. 1055 Columbia Ave is a home located in Lancaster County with nearby schools including Smith-Wade-El Elementary School, Wheatland Middle School, and McCaskey High School.

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