
1070 Wheatland Ave Lancaster, PA 17603
West Lancaster NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,998/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Georgian Architecture
- Space For Rooms
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- 3 Fireplaces
About This Home
Scheduled Auction Date: Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6pm. The seller is considering pre-auction offers. If the seller accepts a pre-auction offer, the auction will be canceled. Please note that all written offers will be presented to the seller.
Step into a bygone era with this stately Colonial Revival residence, prominently situated in Lancaster’s prestigious School Lane Hills neighborhood. Brimming with original character, this expansive home offers a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a classic estate just minutes from the heart of Lancaster City.
From the moment you arrive, the grand facade, complete with brick detailing, green shutters, and columned entry, sets the tone for the elegance within. Inside, high ceilings, hardwood flooring, and ornate woodwork carry throughout the home, complemented by tall windows that flood the space with natural light. The gracious living room features a marble fireplace and period trim, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in timeless style.
The home boasts multiple gathering spaces including a formal dining room with a bay window and a sweeping central staircase that speaks to the home's historic charm. While the kitchen is in need of renovation, it offers generous dimensions and abundant light—ideal for customizing your dream culinary space.
Upstairs, generously sized bedrooms include original architectural touches and a second fireplace. Additional storage and functionality are found in the large unfinished basement.
Outdoors, the property showcases a deep fenced yard with mature trees, a garden area, and a charming detached carriage house with garage bays and upper-level storage. A private driveway provides ample off-street parking.
Located just a stone’s throw from Buchanan Park, Franklin & Marshall College, and Lancaster Country Day School, this home offers proximity to vibrant downtown restaurants, Central Market, and cultural venues, while still enjoying the tranquility of a tree-lined neighborhood.
The MLS listing price is often the suggested opening bid for the auction and may not reflect the reserve price. We expect the property to sell for a higher amount than the MLS list price. Offers that more closely match the terms of the auction, such as those with no financing or inspection contingencies, have a higher likelihood of being accepted be the seller. Please review the auction documents attached to this listing. The auction terms include a 10% buyer's premium added to the high bid. There is no obligation to add the buyer's premium to a pre-auction offer. The price of the a pre-auction offer, if accepted, will be the total purchase price. There will be no additional buyer's premium added to the pre-auction offers. Naturally, the seller will consider the total financial value of accepting an offer prior to the auction.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Back Yard Fenced
- Zoning described as 1 Fam Dwlg
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 6 Driveway Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Front Facing Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Georgian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Slate Roof
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- High Ceiling
- 3 Fireplaces
- Marble Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Office or Studio
- Laundry on main level
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Shelving
- Space For Rooms
- Workshop
- Rough-In Basement Bathroom
- Basement Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Schools
- Smith-Wade-El Elementary School
- Wheatland Middle School
- Mccaskey High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Radiant Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- School Lane Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 340-24466-0-0000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $14,751 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2023 | $14,411 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2022 | $13,552 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2021 | $13,143 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2020 | $13,143 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2019 | $12,863 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2018 | $10,472 | $511,500 | $108,500 | $403,000 |
2017 | $12,632 | $386,400 | $81,000 | $305,400 |
2016 | $12,400 | $386,400 | $81,000 | $305,400 |
2015 | $1,675 | $386,400 | $81,000 | $305,400 |
2014 | $9,882 | $386,400 | $81,000 | $305,400 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/18/2025 07/18/25 | For Sale | $725,000 | +45.0% | $163 / Sq Ft |
06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $500,000 | -27.0% | $112 / Sq Ft |
08/25/2022 08/25/22 | Sold | $685,000 | -5.5% | $154 / Sq Ft |
07/29/2022 07/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/21/2022 07/21/22 | Price Changed | $725,000 | -11.0% | $163 / Sq Ft |
06/30/2022 06/30/22 | Price Changed | $815,000 | -8.9% | $183 / Sq Ft |
05/21/2022 05/21/22 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $201 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $685,000 | Regal Abstract |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $52,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Open | $616,500 | New Conventional |
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