208 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
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PENDING

$200,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,928 sqft

208 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603

West End
Est. Mortgage $1,376/mo*
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Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 1910
$104/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

What's unique:Upgraded electric panel box
Substantial investment opportunity located in the highly desirable SoWe neighborhood of Lancaster City. This solid home needs updating but has tons of potential if you are looking for a renovation project in a great location. A 5 BR, 1 1/2 bath home which features over 1,900 sq ft of living space, with cozy & efficient natural gas, upgraded electric panel box and alley access to 2 off-street parking spaces. Schedule your showing today, this one will not last! Buyer Agent and their Buyer to verify the taxes and Sq Ft.. All items/ Appliances currently in the home are in As Is Condition, No Warranty Granted ***HANDYMAN SPECIAL / INVESTORS ALERT!!!*** ALL UTILITIES ARE OFF. PLEASE BRING A FLASHLIGHT FOR THE BASEMENT.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Cheryl McFadden, (717) 201-5371
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster, (717) 392-0200
Co-Listing Agent: Robert D Althouse, (717) 371-4607
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster, (717) 392-0200
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2095458
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Home Details for 208 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1928 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, CableAppliances: Microwave, Dryer, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water HeaterDryerMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1928 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 10

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: Everything That Remain In The House At Closing.Parcel Number: 3386705600000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $200,000Price Per Sqft: $104
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 23 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: PENDING

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: 8th Ward
School Information
Elementary School District: School District Of LancasterJr High / Middle School District: School District Of LancasterHigh School: Mccaskey H.s.High School District: School District Of Lancaster

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PALA2095458

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3856 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2095458Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1928

Additional Information

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

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Neighborhood Overview

West End
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What Locals Say about West End

At least 41 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ramon Laboy
    "I feel safe, friendly people welcoming, open arms, helpful a nice place to raise a family a nice place to start a new chapter in the beginning of a beautiful life"
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  • Heidi Backer
    "Very cute neighborhood. I walk to restaurants and cafes. Parking has never been an issue. Enjoy how close I am to the downtown area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a beautiful neighborhood to walk your dog peacefully and the neighbors are really friendly. I would do anything to move back in this house."
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  • Trulia User
    "Still city but right outside of the main area. Close enough to convenient stores you can walk to. Bus stops nearby. Laundromat nearby. Quiet. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This commute is great and safe. The area is clean with beautiful view in spring and fall. The apartment has their own parking spot."
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here in Lancaster my whole life. I lived in this area for 1 year. It's very quiet and safe. "
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  • Aisha
    "It’s a beautiful area , quiet & peaceful. The houses are huge & very nice. I miss living on this side of town. "
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  • Walter S.
    "Great Elementary School close by, save neighborhood. Residents stay here for a long time. Stay in the neighborhood a long time"
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  • Aisha
    "I walk everywhere because everything is so close. There’s movie theaters , grocery stores , pharmacies. Everything you need just a couple of blocks away. "
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  • Jmartinez1629
    "schools nearby. West End can be a busy and dangerous road. Lots of friendly stray cats and friendly neighbors. Not too far from the city- 8 min drive but 20-25 min walk"
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  • Kristian F.
    "Easy commute, decent roads, safe neighborhood, lots of joggers, pretty houses, well maintained yards"
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  • Heathermetzger2112
    "This Street Is not Like it Use to be when we moved here 7 yrs ago it use to be quiet Weve had are vechiels broken into Several times and the streets are no longer quiet "
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  • Nlw125228
    "This neighborhood has a unique quietness at night. I love on a side street and can hear the crickets at night."
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  • Nlw125228
    "Wonderful dog park near by and lots of grassy areas to take dogs during walks. There are some sections of the street without street lights. "
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  • Jack S.
    "beautiful tree lined streets, plenty of grassy patches, quiet neighborhood where people pretty much keep to themselves but are polite and friendly. "
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  • IvyLeaves19
    "Decent people in. Hardworking neighborhood. Trash everywhere, neighbors don’t clean behind their property"
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  • Marleny L.
    "the school district is very good. elemental and middle school are the best. is a nice neighborhood. close to the city but not in the center of the city."
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  • Csa_lady
    "Lots of families, lots of kids, close to elementary and middle schools. Close to churches. Within walking distance of town. Lots of recreational activities."
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  • MickK
    "Too many pit bulls in this area. Some run loose occasionally. Have no other comment about dogs in the neighborhood."
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  • Lcq
    "I enjoy the festivities they hold in center city. Easy walk and fun for all. There’s a museum of science my kids love going too and friendly neighbors."
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  • Shanice M. M.
    "The commute to downtown is fairly easy especially given that I have a car. But when I do feel like walking it is also easy as well."
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  • Flyboydollas
    "I lived in this area for more then 3 years. It is a good neighborhood I have 2 daughters and I feel safe living here with them. "
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  • Bullychicken
    "Lots of things to do and see in town. Vibrant arts and music community. Diverse population. Really good restaurants "
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  • Dan N.
    "Our family has greatly enjoyed watching the growing transformation of Lancaster City over the past decade. Being parents of several school age children, we have found the Lancaster City School District to be very accommodating for the special needs of our children, allowing them to grow as well rounded students. Being as that my wife and I both possess a degree in education, this observation should not be considered as anything but what it is. We are impressed! The multicultural and varied socioeconomic levels that share this little town provide a great place to learn about the world, ourselves, and to enjoy the adventure with people who care."
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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
$201K
Since last month
Decreased$31K (-13.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$35K (-14.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$123K (+158.2%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$200K
August 2026$231K
July 2026$227K
June 2026$236K
May 2026$240K
April 2026$237K
March 2026$227K
February 2026$224K
January 2026$228K
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
218 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.02
Townhouse
$365,000
06/02/26
4
1.5
1,904
111 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA
0.10
Townhouse
$269,000
09/11/26
5
1.5
1,846
338 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.14
Townhouse
$133,555
11/20/25
3
1.5
1,605
223 Coral St, Lancaster, PA
0.14
Townhouse
$160,000
04/30/26
5
1
1,699
304 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.07
Townhouse
$260,000
12/24/25
5
2
1,735
23 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.15
Townhouse
$350,000
06/18/26
4
2
1,803
116 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Townhouse
$295,000
07/23/26
4
1.5
1,820
110 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Townhouse
$285,000
04/23/26
4
1.5
1,808
837 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.24
Townhouse
$255,000
03/09/26
4
1.5
2,024

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
218 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.02
$365,000
4
1.5
1,904
Recently Sold
210 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.00
$372,000
1
-
2,042
Recently Sold
713 3rd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.05
$295,800
3
1.5
1,240
Off Market
719 3rd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.05
-
3
1
1,240
Off Market
227 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.04
$352,200
4
1
1,683
Off Market
241 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.07
$308,900
4
1
1,552
Off Market
304 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.08
$260,000
5
2
1,735
Recently Sold
717 2nd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.04
$248,600
3
1.5
1,140
Off Market
207 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.06
$306,800
4
1.5
1,472
Off Market
718 3rd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.08
$253,500
3
1
1,240
Off Market
642 2nd St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.05
$270,000
7
-
2,013
Recently Sold
310 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
0.08
$263,400
5
1.5
1,745
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 23, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2095458
Pending
$200,000
Sep 18, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2095458
Listed For Sale
$200,000
Dec 13, 1993
Source: N/A
Sold
$77,500

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Cheryl McFadden, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster, (717) 392-0200
Agent Phone: (717) 201-5371
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Frequently asked questions about 208 Ruby St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 208 Ruby St?
    Based on a $200,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 208 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA is approximately $1,392 (about $1,110 principal & interest, $207 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 208 Ruby St compare to homes in Lancaster?
    208 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA is listed at $200,000, about 44% below the $356K median sale price in Lancaster.
  • What do residents say about the West End neighborhood?
    Residents describe the West End neighborhood in Lancaster, PA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in West End, Lancaster.
  • What are the closest schools to 208 Ruby St?
    The closest schools to 208 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA are McCaskey Campus (High, rated 5/10), Reynolds Middle School (rated 5/10), Smith-Wade-El Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10).
  • Does 208 Ruby St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 208 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 208 Ruby St have parking?
    Yes, 208 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA has on-site parking.
208 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,928 sqft townhouse built in 1910. 208 Ruby St is located in West End, Lancaster. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Sep 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PALA2095458.