$575,000
COMING SOON JUL 31, 2025

Estimated payment $3,866/month

Total Views 3,980
-- Bed
-- Bath
3,217 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

About This Home

Welcome to 257 W King Street—a rare historic gem in Lancaster City's Downtown Business District! One of only three remaining commercial buildings in the city showcasing the striking Second Gothic Revival architectural style. With an exquisitely preserved, richly ornate brick façade dating back to circa 1898, this iconic structure once belonged to prominent jeweler and developer Henry Zahm Rhoades and later served the community through generations of retail and residential uses.Today, this beautiful property offers endless possibilities with a first-floor commercial space perfect for a boutique, gallery, café, nail salon or office, plus two residential units above—a large 3-bedroom apartment spanning the second and third floors, and a charming studio. Whether you're looking to live and work in the same building or invest in a unique income-producing property in Downtown Lancaster, you won't want to miss this opportunity! Conveniently located in the Central Business District, you're just steps away from Central Market, restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, the Convention Center, and more. Plus, the property sits within the City Revitalization & Improvement Zone (CRIZ), which may offer financial incentives for acquisition, renovation, and business growth.Historic charm, modern opportunity. Schedule your private tour today—properties like this don’t come around often!

Listing Agent

Ada Rivera

Home 1st Realty License #RM424646 Listed on: 05/31/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,174

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Triplex
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • 3 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Coming Soon on 7/31/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 331-58156-0-0000

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,174

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Triplex
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Expected On Market: 2025-07-31
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 257 W King Street—a rare historic gem in Lancaster City's Downtown Business District! One of only three remaining commercial buildings in the city showcasing the striking Second Gothic Revival architectural style. With an exquisitely preserved, richly ornate brick façade dating back to circa 1898, this iconic structure once belonged to prominent jeweler and developer Henry Zahm Rhoades and later served the community through generations of retail and residential uses. Today, this beautiful property offers endless possibilities with a first-floor commercial space perfect for a boutique, gallery, café, nail salon or office, plus two residential units above—a large 3-bedroom apartment spanning the second and third floors, and a charming studio. Whether you're looking to live and work in the same building or invest in a unique income-producing property in Downtown Lancaster, you won't want to miss this opportunity! Conveniently located in the Central Business District, you're just steps away from Central Market, restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, the Convention Center, and more. Plus, the property sits within the City Revitalization & Improvement Zone (CRIZ), which may offer financial incentives for acquisition, renovation, and business growth. Historic charm, modern opportunity. Schedule your private tour today—properties like this don’t come around often!
  • Special Features: ComingSoon

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 3217
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3217
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 197.12
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2917
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 300
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 300
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 257

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • 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: No
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
  • School District Key: 300200397286
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Zoning: COMM/ MULTI FAMILY

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8174.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 331-58156-0-0000
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER

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Range of Values:

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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
2024 $8,088 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2023 $7,952 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2022 $7,621 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2021 $7,457 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2020 $7,457 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2019 $7,346 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2018 $4,359 $204,400 $59,400 $145,000
2017 $3,100 $67,500 $20,800 $46,700
2016 $3,072 $67,500 $20,800 $46,700
2015 $1,198 $67,500 $20,800 $46,700
2014 $2,681 $67,500 $20,800 $46,700
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $107,900 None Available
Deed $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $75,530 Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2070856

Bright MLS

APN: 331-58156-0-0000