$110,000
SOLD MAY 19, 2025

85 E Franklin St Ephrata, PA 17522

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,496 Sq Ft
4,356 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$74 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 5-minute walk to Ephrata Linear Park
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2025

Handyman Special – Endless Potential! ARV $259,900++ 85 E Franklin St, Ephrata, PA 17522 Bring your vision and tools to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the heart of charming Ephrata! Offering 1,496 sq ft of living space, this solid property is brimming with potential for the savvy investor or DIY enthusiast. Step inside and imagine the possibilities—whether you’re looking to flip, renovate, or restore this home to its former glory, the layout provides a great canvas. Featuring a spacious main living area, sizable bedrooms, and a classic front porch perfect for relaxing afternoons. The property is conveniently situated close to downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and local amenities. With renovations, this could be your next great investment or dream home project! Home sold as is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Liam Coonahan

Real of Pennsylvania License #RS362535 Listed on: 04/10/2025

Real of Pennsylvania

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Fisher

Stoltzfus Realty License #RS352328

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,496 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 260-03713-0-0000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Handyman Special – Endless Potential! ARV $259,900++ 85 E Franklin St, Ephrata, PA 17522 Bring your vision and tools to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the heart of charming Ephrata! Offering 1,496 sq ft of living space, this solid property is brimming with potential for the savvy investor or DIY enthusiast. Step inside and imagine the possibilities—whether you’re looking to flip, renovate, or restore this home to its former glory, the layout provides a great canvas. Featuring a spacious main living area, sizable bedrooms, and a classic front porch perfect for relaxing afternoons. The property is conveniently situated close to downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and local amenities. With renovations, this could be your next great investment or dream home project! Home sold as is.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Sq Ft: 1496
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1496
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 73.38
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1496
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 85

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • 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, Metal Siding
  • 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
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • 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: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2267.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2889.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 260-03713-0-0000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1496
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/19/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EPHRATA AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Leakey Bonnie R and Leakey Timothy C
Bought by
Jana Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Liam Coonahan
Real of Pennsylvania
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Fisher
Stoltzfus Realty
List Price
$109,777
Sold Price
$110,000
Premium/Discount to List
$223
0.2%
Views
124

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.76%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $55,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Sold $110,000 +0.2% $74 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $109,777 -- $73 / 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 $2,890 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2023 $2,819 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2022 $2,698 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2021 $2,642 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2020 $2,642 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2019 $2,606 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2018 $3,089 $120,500 $37,000 $83,500
2017 $2,284 $86,300 $28,000 $58,300
2016 $2,266 $86,300 $28,000 $58,300
2015 $501 $86,300 $28,000 $58,300
2014 $1,564 $86,300 $28,000 $58,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALA2067928

Bright MLS

APN: 260-03713-0-0000