Welcome to this charming property located in the heart of Lancaster! This home offers a unique opportunity for buyers looking to put their own personal touch on a residence with significant potential. Build equity by creating your dream house. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1240 square feet, original hardwood floors, spacious backyard, traditional floor plan, fireplace, and loads of character. This home is perfect for a creative homeowner or investor.
For sale
$225,000
836 3rd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
3beds
1,840sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1929
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$222,500 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Traditional floor planSpacious backyardLoads of characterOriginal hardwood floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Craig Hartranft 717-560-5051,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty (800) 383-3535,
Listing Team: The Craig Hartranft Team, Co-Listing Team: The Craig Hartranft Team,Co-Listing Agent: Ryan Quindlen 717-203-9919,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2085652
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 7
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 6
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 18
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Kitchen - Galley, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,840
- Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,240
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Board,Panel
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3388831600000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Non-Monitored
- Subdivision: West End Lancaster
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $93,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,859
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$222,500
$211,000 - $234,000
$1,695/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+181.3%$122/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2085652 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2013 | Sold | $80,000-3.6%$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $83,000+34.1%$45/sqft |
Source: Prudential Homesale Services Group #199076 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/1999 | Sold | $61,900$34/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,735 +1.1% | $93,400 |
| 2024 | $3,696 +1.7% | $93,400 |
| 2023 | $3,634 +4.3% | $93,400 |
| 2022 | $3,482 | $93,400 |
| 2021 | $3,482 +1180.8% | $93,400 |
| 2020 | $272 -91.9% | $93,400 |
| 2019 | $3,357 +1134.6% | $93,400 |
| 2018 | $272 -91.8% | $93,400 +30.1% |
| 2017 | $3,298 +0.9% | $71,800 |
| 2016 | $3,268 +14.6% | $71,800 |
| 2015 | $2,852 | $71,800 |
| 2014 | $2,852 | $71,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $71,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,800 -0.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $72,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $72,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $72,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $72,200 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,409/mo
Principal & interest
$1176
Property taxes
$233
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Smith-Wade-El Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Wheatland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Mccaskey CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: School District Of Lancaster
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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