NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 Lancaster Ave Lancaster, PA 17603

Chestnut Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $535,138 - $628,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,780 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 23, 2015

Last sale price $308,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,928/month

101 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Victorian Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of November 2015

Chestnut Hill townhome. This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home has extensive updates and remodels including New custom kitchen, Formal living room and dining room with hardwood floors. Master suite with walk in closet adjoining new bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk in shower. Additional full bath with shower, ample size laundry room and 2nd bedroom on 2nd floor. 3rd floor includes 2 additional bedrooms.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andy Esbenshade

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty Listed on: 06/26/2015

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Janelle Ellis

Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 18x120
  • Board Fence

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Masonry
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,780 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Skylights
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Buchanan Elementary School
  • John F Reynolds Middle School
  • Mccaskey Campus High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3355157200000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chestnut Hill Subdivision

Security

  • Storm Doors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Remarks Public: Chestnut Hill townhome. This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home has extensive updates and remodels including New custom kitchen, Formal living room and dining room with hardwood floors. Master suite with walk in closet adjoining new bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk in shower. Additional full bath with shower, ample size laundry room and 2nd bedroom on 2nd floor. 3rd floor includes 2 additional bedrooms.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments, Breakfast Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Built-Ins, Whirlpool/Hottub, Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Total Sq Ft: 2780
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2780
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 118.34
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2780
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 243

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar, Masonry
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Roof: Slate
  • 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: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Programmable Thermostat, Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
  • Elementary School: BUCHANAN
  • Middle School: JOHN F REYNOLDS
  • High School: MCCASKEY CAMPUS
  • School District Key: 300200397286
  • Elementary School: BUCHANAN
  • High School: MCCASKEY CAMPUS
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN F REYNOLDS

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Board
  • Land Use Code: CM-616
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Description: Less Than .25 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 18x120
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4698.22
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7824.87
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3355157200000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Close Date: 11/23/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2015
Closed on
Nov 23, 2015
Sold by
Farmer Wesley S and Shirk Hilda A
Bought by
Wachsman Samuel Richard and Wachsman Kathleen W
Seller's Agent
Andy Esbenshade
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Janelle Ellis
Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$308,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-6.38%
Current Estimated Value
$576,285

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$268,285
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wachsman Samuel Richard $308,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wachsman Samuel R $337,600
Closed Wachsman Samuel Richard $244,000
Previous Owner Farmer Wesleys $110,000
Previous Owner Farmer Wesley S $112,000
Previous Owner Shirk Hilda A $35,000
Previous Owner Farmer Wesley S $30,000
Previous Owner Costanzo Clinton A $137,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/23/2015 11/23/15 Sold $308,000 -6.4% $111 / Sq Ft
10/05/2015 10/05/15 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2015 06/26/15 For Sale $329,000 -- $118 / 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 $9,746 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2024 $9,746 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2023 $9,582 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2022 $9,183 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2021 $8,986 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2020 $8,986 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2019 $8,852 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2018 $10,312 $246,300 $35,100 $211,200
2017 $8,089 $176,100 $26,200 $149,900
2016 $8,015 $176,100 $26,200 $149,900
2015 $3,127 $176,100 $26,200 $149,900
2014 $6,567 $176,100 $26,200 $149,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Andy Esbenshade

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Andy Esbenshade

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

    (717) 286-9299

    21 in this area

    125 Total Sales

    Andy Esbenshade
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Janelle Ellis

    Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002991253

Bright MLS

APN: 335-51572-0-0000

Pennsylvania Lancaster County Lancaster 17603 Chestnut Hill

243 Lancaster Ave, Lancaster, PA

This home is located at 243 Lancaster Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 since 26 June 2015 and is currently estimated at $576,285, approximately $207 per square foot. This property was built in 1880. 243 Lancaster Ave is a home located in Lancaster County with nearby schools including Fulton El School, Reynolds Middle School, and McCaskey High School.

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