128 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
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FOR SALE

$335,000

Original price: $340,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,321 sqft

128 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602

Ross
Est. Mortgage $2,218/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1882
$144/sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Nicely updated spacious 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home across from Lancaster General Hospital. Featuring a lovely 1st floor full bath and large, open, updated kitchen and formal dining room. 4 well apportioned bedrooms and a fully finished basement with half bath make this an attractive home for any size family. The home has central A/C and a new gas furnace and 200 amp electric panel. The rear outdoor area of the home sports a gazebo/cabana and deck for relaxing or entertaining. Front street parking is permitted to residents and an adjacent rear parking lot is available for rental parking spaces at $60 per space. Don't miss this great home in a prime northeast Lancaster City location!
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Ervin Barkman, (717) 468-4424
Kingsway Realty - Lancaster, (717) 569-8701
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2093060
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Home Details for 128 E James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Exterior EntryNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2321 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water HeaterDryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Insulated WindowsDoor: InsulatedFlooring: Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: Two and One HalfAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Wood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Fiberglass MetalPatio / Porch: Enclosed, PatioFencing: BoardOther Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, OutbuildingExterior: SidewalksFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Other,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City/CountyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1851 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 470 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 46

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1882
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Twin/Semi-DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Washer, DryerParcel Number: 3363221800000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $335,000Price Per Sqft: $144
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD, Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: School District Of LancasterJr High / Middle School District: School District Of LancasterHigh School District: School District Of Lancaster

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PALA2093060

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2321 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive AgencyListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2093060Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1851

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Ross

At least 101 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say parking is easy

  • 35 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say there are community events

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    "I’m new here it’s convenient for me to get to work and to the doctors. I believe it will be a great new start.."
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  • Jessica Brenfleck
    "There is not a ton of grass. Sidewalks are narrow. Some houses do have a small yard in the back which is nice. "
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    "Diverse neighborhood full of young families. Many bars and restaurants in the area. There’s wonderful neighbors on my block and people look out for one another. "
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    "Public transport could be better. Hard to get downtown especially if you’re disabled in any way or it’s a hot day, not much shade and sidewalks are a wreck in some areas."
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    "Best part living close to the markets downtown is you find any and everything most popular in Lancaster city."
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    "nice neighborhood quiet but not a dead zone friendly neighbors streets can use better lighting parking may be difficult sometimes but i enjoy the area "
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    "My husband loves the quick commute to work on the East Side. The neighborhood is easy to navigate. Traffic is consistent throughout the day, without being overly busy. Parking can get sparse at times, especially around the holidays. "
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    "I've lived in this since neighborhood 1985, it's always been a dog friendly. almost every yard has a fence. There is a dog training school in the neighborhood. Pet store about 2 miles away. Dog park is about 2 miles away near F&M college "
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  • Annajane E. W.
    "Super close to downtown, and easy access to the highway, it’s the perfect spot for me and my family! "
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  • Emmacate8
    "Super greAt for dogs, lots of walking areas and dog friendly people. Not noisy, lots of kids, I’m just filling up space now"
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  • Jazmin T.
    "Love Lancaster city! It’s a really near place to raise a family and I can’t wait to buy a home in this area. "
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  • Sara N
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time, and local shops leave out water bowls for them! There are also some close parks for walks."
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  • Angela
    "I’ve owned a home in this area for 6 years. Love the neighborhood and think it’s a great place to live!"
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  • Sara U.
    "There are several parks nearby including a dog park near Franklin and Marshall College. The streets are also safe if you prefer walking around the neighborhood. "
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  • Angela
    "Nice residential neighborhood. Parking is challenging at times but neighbors are friendly and the area is safe and well maintained."
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  • Joshua C.
    "I've lived here for 7 years and love it. Super quiet with friendly neighbors. Easy access to Lancaster and all major highways."
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  • Emily H. D.
    "I’ve lived here for 3 years and enjoy being close to downtown and 30/283. Easy to get around to everything. Very nice to get a lot of house for the money "
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  • Angela
    "Nice residential neighborhood. Mostly single family homes that are owner occupied. Neighborhood can be a bit noisy on weekends."
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  • Carmelo A.
    "Walking Distances to Downtown and neighborhood bars. Train station Hospital near by. K5 -12th grade schools are together on same area. Multi culture people. access to rt. 30 rt 222 N. Turnpike about 20 mins. 1 15mins to philly and Baltimore..3:30 to NY and 3hr. to the beaches "
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  • Beth
    "It’s not that great right now but people are trying to change the block. The drug selling and use is the largest problem"
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Market trends in Lancaster

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$356K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$203
$6MoM
Available listings
332
2MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$332K
Since last month
Increased$13K (+4%)
Since last year
Increased$63K (+23.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$262K (+373.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +112% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$332K
August 2026$331K
July 2026$319K
June 2026$319K
May 2026$320K
April 2026$320K
March 2026$319K
February 2026$324K
January 2026$323K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
120 E James St, Lancaster, PA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$449,900
10/24/25
4
2.5
1,905
830 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$272,500
04/01/26
4
2.5
1,932
703 N Shippen St, Lancaster, PA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$305,000
12/01/25
5
2
1,916
322 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$377,000
06/02/26
5
1.5
2,251
510 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$390,000
11/26/25
3
2.5
1,984
803 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$522,000
06/22/26
5
2
2,839
709 N Shippen St, Lancaster, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/20/26
3
1.5
1,833

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
124 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.01
$375,100
4
2
1,969
Off Market
120 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.02
$470,000
4
2.5
1,905
Off Market
138 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.02
$384,000
6
3
1,996
Off Market
146 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.03
$441,800
4
2.5
2,022
Off Market
425 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.03
$284,900
3
2
1,400
Off Market
423 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.04
$260,000
3
1.5
1,204
Recently Sold
440 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.08
$525,000
4
-
3,288
Recently Sold
123 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.08
$516,300
3
3.5
2,064
Off Market
405 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.09
$785,600
5
3.5
2,562
Off Market
517 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.09
$469,100
4
3.5
2,023
Off Market
420 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.10
$598,500
3
4
-
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 21, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2093060
PriceChange
$335,000
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 3, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2093060
Listed For Sale
$340,000
Mar 8, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2079824
ListingRemoved
$329,000
Feb 27, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2079824
PendingToActive
$329,000
Feb 17, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2079824
Pending
$329,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Ervin Barkman, Kingsway Realty - Lancaster, (717) 569-8701
Agent Phone: (717) 468-4424
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Frequently asked questions about 128 E James St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 128 E James St?
    Based on a $335,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 128 E James St in Lancaster, PA is approximately $2,233 (about $1,812 principal & interest, $346 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 128 E James St compare to homes in Lancaster?
    128 E James St in Lancaster, PA is listed at $335,000, about 6% below the $356K median sale price in Lancaster.
  • What do residents say about the Ross neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Ross neighborhood in Lancaster, PA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Ross, Lancaster.
  • What are the closest schools to 128 E James St?
    The closest schools to 128 E James St in Lancaster, PA are Lincoln Middle School (rated 4/10), McCaskey Campus (High, rated 5/10), Ross El School (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
  • Does 128 E James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 128 E James St in Lancaster, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 128 E James St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 128 E James St in Lancaster, PA has in-unit laundry.
128 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,321 sqft single-family home built in 1882. 128 E James St is located in Ross, Lancaster. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Aug 3, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PALA2093060.