$99,900

290 S 5th St Columbia, PA 17512

Estimated payment $698/month

Total Views 4,140
2 Beds
1 Bath
896 Sq Ft
$111 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Attic
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

About This Home

Investor Opportunity – Columbia Borough
This two-story semi-detached home in Columbia Borough presents a unique investment opportunity for those ready to take on a major renovation project. Property has been condemned due to structural damage and is being sold as-is for cash only. No financing or inspections will be permitted. Interested buyers must sign a waiver prior to entering the property.
Located just minutes from the Susquehanna River Trail, Turkey Hill Experience, Columbia Kettle Works, and local antique shops, this property sits in a convenient and desirable area with strong potential once restored. Documents detailing the property’s condition and extent of the damage are available for review.
Cash buyers and experienced investors only.

Listing Agent

Debby Stahl

(717) 875-2311 debstahl@kw.com Keller Williams Elite License #RS276214 Listed on: 11/18/2025

Keller Williams Elite

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,036

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 896 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Columbia Junior-Senior - Hill Campus Middle School
  • Columbia Junior-Senior - Hill Campus High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 110-50803-0-0000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Columbia Borough Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,036

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Some personal property
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 11/18/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Oven - Single
  • Flooring Type: Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 896
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 896
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 111.50
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 896
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • High School: COLUMBIA JUNIOR-SENIOR - HILL CAMPUS
  • Middle Or Junior School: COLUMBIA JUNIOR-SENIOR - HILL CAMPUS

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3049.00
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1354.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2036.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 110-50803-0-0000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLUMBIA BOROUGH

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2024 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2023 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2022 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2021 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2020 $1,973 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2019 $1,939 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2018 $1,053 $52,800 $23,700 $29,100
2017 $2,345 $57,100 $16,900 $40,200
2016 $2,345 $57,100 $16,900 $40,200
2015 $670 $57,100 $16,900 $40,200
2014 $1,309 $57,100 $16,900 $40,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/18/2025 11/18/25 For Sale $99,900 +37.5% $111 / Sq Ft
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Sold $72,672 +2.5% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/03/2019 01/03/19 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2018 11/30/18 Price Changed $70,900 -5.3% $79 / Sq Ft
11/01/2018 11/01/18 For Sale $74,900 -- $84 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $72,672 First American Mortgage Solu
Deed $27,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $65,757 FHA
Previous Owner $34,000 Unknown
Closed $34,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2078240

Bright MLS

APN: 110-50803-0-0000