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    $424,900

    131 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, OH 43130

    4beds
    4,284sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
    $419,500 Zestimate®
    $99/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Airy loft spaceGenerous recreation roomDramatic bell towerGothic stained-glass windowsOriginal gothic doorsWalk-in pantryLarge kitchen
    Historic Church Conversion - One-of-a-Kind Home in Downtown Lancaster!! Live in a work of art in the heart of Lancaster's historic district. Originally built in 1851 as Emmanuel Lutheran Church, later consecrated as the B'Nai Israel Temple in 1927. This registered historic building has been masterfully converted into a 4,284 sq ft residence that blends preserved architectural elements with modern living. Highlights include arched church doors, soaring vaulted ceilings, a majestic bell tower & original gothic stained-glass windows throughout, a studio and loft space - perfect for artists, musicians, or Airbnb revenue. The versatile open-concept design offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large kitchen and walk-in pantry, a generous recreation room complete with pool table. Steps from downtown's vibrant art galleries and museums, coffee shops, restaurants and the library. If you're looking for a property with profound history, architectural beauty, and endless creative potential - this is it! HomeGard Warranty $629 included.
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    Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 06:04pm

    Listed by:

    Jenifer M Campbell 740-407-4343,

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Servc,

    Allan Anderson 740-503-0452,

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Servc

    Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS ,MLS#: 225026079MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Window Unit(s)
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,284
    • Total interior livable area: 4,284 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    Lot
    • Size: 3,484.8 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0535049300

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1900
    Details
    • Warranty included: Yes

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Lancaster

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $99/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $179,500
    • Annual tax amount: $2,375
    • Date on market: 7/15/2025
    • Listing terms: Conventional
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