$320,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025

252 W Main St Ephrata, PA 17522

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,583 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$124 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Dual Staircase
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Attic
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 252 W Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522—a beautifully maintained detached home that perfectly blends historic charm with modern convenience. Nestled along Main Street in Ephrata, this home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy small-town living while being close to everything you need.Inside, you'll love the spacious rooms, high ceilings, and stunning architectural details, including elegant moldings that add timeless character. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home provides plenty of space for comfortable living.Relax and take in the neighborhood from the beautiful front porch, or enjoy quiet moments on one of the two lovely side porches. Recent updates, including a new roof (2021) and all replaced windows, ensure peace of mind for years to come.A true rarity in this area, the home features off-street parking, a detached garage, and a barn area, offering incredible storage or workshop potential.Living in Ephrata means being part of a welcoming community with local shops, restaurants, parks, and more. Plus, with schools and churches just minutes away, everyday convenience is at your doorstep.Don't miss this chance to own a piece of Ephrata's charm—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Hartranft

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS178558L Listed on: 04/04/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

Co-Listed By

Leah Barber

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty License #RS359843

Last Buyer's Agent

Josh Huentequeo Pacheco

Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd License #RS364046

Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,707

Year Built

  • Built in 1870

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,583 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Attic
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 260-75475-0-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,707

Year Built

Built in 1870

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-04-04
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 252 W Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522—a beautifully maintained detached home that perfectly blends historic charm with modern convenience. Nestled along Main Street in Ephrata, this home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy small-town living while being close to everything you need. Inside, you'll love the spacious rooms, high ceilings, and stunning architectural details, including elegant moldings that add timeless character. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home provides plenty of space for comfortable living. Relax and take in the neighborhood from the beautiful front porch, or enjoy quiet moments on one of the two lovely side porches. Recent updates, including a new roof (2021) and all replaced windows, ensure peace of mind for years to come. A true rarity in this area, the home features off-street parking, a detached garage, and a barn area, offering incredible storage or workshop potential. Living in Ephrata means being part of a welcoming community with local shops, restaurants, parks, and more. Plus, with schools and churches just minutes away, everyday convenience is at your doorstep. Don't miss this chance to own a piece of Ephrata's charm—schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Attic, Bonus Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2583
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2583
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 121.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2583
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 252

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, 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: EPHRATA AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397381
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3694.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4707.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 260-75475-0-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2583
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/16/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EPHRATA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2002
Sold by
Lopez Robert J
Bought by
Lopez Robert J and Lopez Lynn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $142,000 New Conventional
Closed $147,200 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $7,000 Unknown
Closed $19,500 Unknown
Closed $75,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $320,000 +1.6% $124 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $315,000 -- $122 / 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
2024 $4,707 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2023 $4,592 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2022 $4,396 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2021 $4,304 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2020 $4,304 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2019 $4,245 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2018 $3,200 $196,300 $38,100 $158,200
2017 $4,433 $167,500 $27,400 $140,100
2016 $4,398 $167,500 $27,400 $140,100
2015 $972 $166,600 $27,400 $139,200
2014 $3,138 $166,600 $27,400 $139,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2066336

Bright MLS

APN: 260-75475-0-0000