138 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
OFF MARKET

$384,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,996 sqft

138 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602

Ross
Est. Refi. Payment $2,441/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 19, 2024 for $350,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$385K
Since last month
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+3.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$35K (+9.9%)
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 +170% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$385K
July 2026$385K
June 2026$387K
May 2026$393K
April 2026$394K
March 2026$388K
February 2026$392K
January 2026$387K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
621 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
07/21/26
6
3
2,307
506 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$440,000
05/13/26
5
3
2,553
146 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
09/26/25
5
3
3,212
14 W James St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$330,000
02/16/26
4
2
2,280
348 E New St, Lancaster, PA
0.33
Multi-Family Home
$295,000
08/17/26
3
3
1,631
402 W James St, Lancaster, PA
0.56
Multi-Family Home
$373,000
09/12/25
5
3
3,080
154 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$365,000
09/19/25
5
-
2,429
315 W Walnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$292,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,530
404 W Orange St, Lancaster, PA
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$396,000
06/18/26
4
3
2,800

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
128 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.02
$335,000
4
2.5
2,321
For Sale
124 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.03
$373,000
4
2
1,969
Off Market
120 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.04
$464,400
4
2.5
1,905
Off Market
146 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.02
$436,800
4
2.5
2,022
Off Market
425 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.04
$290,800
3
2
1,400
Off Market
423 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.04
$260,000
3
1.5
1,204
Recently Sold
445 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.07
$450,000
6
4
2,904
For Sale
440 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.10
$525,000
4
-
3,288
Recently Sold
123 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.09
$511,400
3
3.5
2,064
Off Market
405 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.10
$789,700
5
3.5
2,562
Off Market
517 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.08
$475,200
4
3.5
2,023
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1887
Living Area
1,996 sqft
Price/Sqft
$193
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Turnkey 3-unit Investment opportunity in Lancaster City’s Ross neighborhood! Conveniently located directly across from Penn Medicine’s Lancaster General Hospital. The property consists of a 4-bed 1-bath home and 2 studio apartments in the rear of the building. All units have separate utilities and tenants pay their own heat, hot water and unit electric.
138 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,996 sqft multi-family in Ross, built in 1887. It last sold for $350,000 on Mar 19, 2024 (8% above the $325,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2022 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 25, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $384,800, with a rent estimate of $2,051/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Luis Ortega, (717) 587-6515
Weichert Realtors - The Ortega Group
Bought with: Chuck Honabach, (717) 696-1385, Realty ONE Group Unlimited
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2046838

Home Details for 138 E James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished,WindowsNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1996 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Water Dispenser, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Radiator,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Replacement, Vinyl CladDoor: Double EntryFlooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: Grip-Accessible FeaturesFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City, Street
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Escape

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural Shingle Composition RubberOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Street LightsFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Public,Unassigned,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1887Year Renovated: 2014
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: All Appliances Currently In PropertyParcel Number: 3364273300000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $325,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 19 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTER
School Information
Elementary School District: School District Of LancasterJr High / Middle School District: School District Of LancasterHigh School District: School District Of Lancaster

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2447 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: AppraisalListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2046838Municipality: LANCASTER CITY

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,000
Mar 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,000
Price decreased by 99%
Mar 19, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2046838
Sold
$350,000
Feb 17, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2046838
Pending
$325,000
Feb 12, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2046838
Listed For Sale
$325,000

Market trends in Lancaster

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$340K
$26.82KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$197
$1MoM
Available listings
330
5MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Ross
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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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 138 E James St

  • What is 138 E James St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 138 E James St in Lancaster, PA is $384,800.
  • What is the price history for 138 E James St?
    138 E James St in Lancaster, PA last sold for $350,000 in March 2024.
  • Is Lancaster a buyer's or seller's market?
    Lancaster is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Lancaster?
    The median sale price in Lancaster is $340K. That is up $26.82K from the prior month.
  • Does 138 E James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 138 E James St in Lancaster, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 138 E James St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 138 E James St in Lancaster, PA has in-unit laundry.

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