$315,500
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,350 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 28, 2026

$234 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Office or Studio

About This Home

As of August 2026

Welcome to 559 W Walnut St, nestled in Lancaster City's highly desirable Chestnut Hill neighborhood—a place where charm, community, and opportunity come together.

This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is full of character and endless potential, offering the perfect canvas to create the home you've always envisioned. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a property you can personalize over time, this home is ready for its next chapter—and yours.

Bring your ideas and make it your own with updated finishes, fresh paint, and thoughtful touches that reflect your personal style. Outside, you'll discover a detached art studio, a unique bonus space that's ideal for an artist's workshop, home office, music room, yoga or meditation retreat, creative studio, or hobby space.

The location is just as inspiring as the home itself. Situated on one of Chestnut Hill's picturesque tree-lined streets, you'll enjoy easy access to neighborhood coffee shops, locally loved restaurants, theaters, parks, schools, and all the conveniences that make this one of Lancaster City's most sought-after communities. Downtown Lancaster's vibrant dining, boutique shopping, galleries, and entertainment are just minutes away.

If you've been searching for a home with timeless character, an unbeatable location, and the opportunity to create something truly your own, 559 W Walnut St is ready to welcome you home. Set up your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carissa Garpstas

(717) 553-2500 klrw1040@kw.com Keller Williams Elite Brokerage Phone: 7175532500 License #RS332678 Listed on: 07/24/2026

Keller Williams Elite

Co-Listed By

Matthew Koch

(717) 553-2500 klrw1040@kw.com Keller Williams Elite Brokerage Phone: 7175532500 License #RS339842

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Altimare

(717) 299-3433 john@puffermorris.com Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc. License #RS338080

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,909

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Downtown Location
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Slate Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,350 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drain
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Office or Studio

Schools

  • Mccaskey High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 339-53967-0-0000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lancaster Subdivision

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,909

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Potted plants outside
  • Inclusions: Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Blinds, Window AC in Art Studio, Curtain Rods and Curtains
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/24/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Pantry, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Full, Drain, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1350
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1350
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 222.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Office/Studio
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Slate, Rubber
  • 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 Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: MCCASKEY H.S.

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully, Privacy, Wood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Patio(s), Balcony
  • Zoning: R4 - HIGH DENSITY
  • Zoning Description: Single-Family Dwelling

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3027.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4909.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 339-53967-0-0000
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2026
Closed on
Aug 28, 2026
Sold by
Ihlenfeldt Jeffrey L and Ihlenfeldt Christine A
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carissa Garpstas
Keller Williams Elite
Buyer's Agent
Brian Altimare
Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$315,500
Premium/Discount to List
$15,500
5.17%
Views
11

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-75.55%
Original Mortgage
$283,950
Outstanding Balance
$283,950
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,093

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2012
Sold by
Ihlenfeldt Jeffery L and Dellandre Christine A
Bought by
Ihlenfeldt Jeffrey L and Ihlenfeldt Christine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,500
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2006
Sold by
Bistline Timothy C and Bistline Sharon K
Bought by
Ihlenfeldt Jeffrey L and Dellandre Christine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,805
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $121,900 None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $94,500 New Conventional
Closed $115,805 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $11,500 Unknown
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2026 08/28/26 Sold $315,500 +5.2% $234 / Sq Ft
07/26/2026 07/26/26 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2026 07/24/26 For Sale $300,000 -- $222 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $4,751 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2025 $4,701 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2024 $4,701 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2023 $4,622 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2022 $4,429 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2021 $4,334 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2020 $4,334 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2019 $4,269 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2018 $4,974 $118,800 $32,200 $86,600
2017 $3,592 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
2016 $3,559 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
2015 $1,388 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
2014 $2,679 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2092302

Bright MLS

APN: 339-53967-0-0000

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