239 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
SOLD
AUG 11, 2025

239 E Chestnut St
Lancaster, PA 17602

Musser Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,318 sqft

$305,000

Last Sold: Aug 11, 2025
22% over list $250K
$231/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,883/mo*
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$305,000

Last Sold: Aug 11, 2025
22% over list $250K
$231/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,883/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,318 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

This property will be offered at Public Auction on Thursday, June 26, 2025 @ 6pm. The listing price is the opening bid only and in no way reflects the final sale price. 10% down due at auction, 2% transfer tax to be paid by the purchaser, real estate taxes prorated. Ideally located in Lancaster City, this charming brick home sits right across from Musser Park and the Lancaster Museum of Art, offering both a peaceful view and easy access to Routes 222 and 30. Inside, the first floor features a cozy living room with a fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, convenient powder room, and a covered patio for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a sun room off one of the bedrooms—perfect as a home office, reading nook, or playroom. A walk-up attic provides excellent storage or the opportunity to create an additional bedroom. Additional amenities include a private fenced yard, hardwood floors throughout, replacement windows, an unfinished basement, and a secure underground passage providing access from the front to the rear of the home. With its prime location and classic features, this home is a great fit for anyone looking to enjoy city living.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 12, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$231/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 239 E Chestnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1318 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: DecorativeHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: Two and One HalfAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Street

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlatePatio / Porch: Enclosed, PorchFencing: WoodOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1318 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: GoodParcel Number: 3363138800000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $250,000Price Per Sqft: $231/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 11 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: Lancaster City Ward 6
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: 1318 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2614 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Auction

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2070160Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1318
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Thomas Stewart, (717) 932-2599
Cavalry Realty LLC
Bought with: THOMAS STEWART, (717) 574-4012, Cavalry Realty LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2070160

Price History for 239 E Chestnut St

DatePriceEventSource
08/11/2025$305,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2070160
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,099
Assessment$127,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 239 E Chestnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
246 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.07
Townhouse
$275,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,594
313 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.06
Townhouse
$350,000
06/13/25
3
1.5
1,836
431 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA
0.24
Townhouse
$335,000
02/13/26
3
1.5
1,566
351 E Marion St, Lancaster, PA
0.13
Townhouse
$262,650
12/18/25
3
2
1,280
242 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.08
Townhouse
$370,000
09/30/25
3
1.5
1,481
213 E Madison St, Lancaster, PA
0.16
Townhouse
$235,000
06/23/25
3
1
1,392
118 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.16
Townhouse
$230,000
10/08/25
3
1.5
1,300
137 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA
0.19
Townhouse
$429,000
04/24/26
2
1.5
1,544

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Neighborhood Overview

Musser Park
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What Locals Say about Musser Park

At least 110 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say car is needed

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say parking is easy

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Gb4k65m67v
    "Theater in the park. Summer beer gardens Open street weekend. Art walk weekend. Easy, every one welcomed evening bike rides"
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  • Latesha Everhart
    "The beautiful street downside traffic all day and construction going on out here . They are building new schools and apartments. "
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  • Neighbor 1A
    "Safe, neighborly, tight knit, close to local schools, churches, grocery stores and many place to pick from to eat ."
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  • Trulia User
    "The area is walkable and there are many people with dogs nearby. There are also lots of parks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly and clean neighborhood. Parking options always available. Extremely walkable. Dog friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area. staying with my sister on the East side has shown me a lot. of how beautiful and friendly people really can be.🤗🤗🤗."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice and quiet. Neighbors are very friendly mailman know who you are to deliver your mail and packages to your door"
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  • Cynrog1995
    "The market is open 3 times a week and there are usually musicians and other entertainers around the area. There’s plenty of live music at the local bars and restaurants during the summers as well!"
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  • Robert C.
    "close to a park minutes away from hospital and grocery stores gas station hair salons and restaurants "
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  • Carmella J.
    "I lived around this neighborhood for 16 years. It's a great place to be in loving and the people care about their places "
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  • Szgzz
    "Lots of area parks, good for dog walking. City trash cans located throughout the area. Variety of dog friendly patios at restaurants and coffee shops. "
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  • dw
    "Super quaint nice part of Lancaster. Houses are nice but u get some homeless people and sketchy looking foot traffic sometimes. Overall very nice tho"
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  • Feleey
    "The history of our little town makes this neighborhood a remarkable and beautiful area to live! The city itself is very walkable and makes transportation and resources very affordable m."
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  • Maddie
    "It’s scary outside I don’t feel safe by myself even in the daylight also there is too many pot holes in the street "
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  • April b.
    "I lived here for 6 yesrs idk some ppl are nice some eh but idk if I could move bcuz the events that hold here in Lancaster city..."
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  • Silgirl925
    "Musser Park, Mollys Pub and take out, Lancaster Museum of Art and Lancaster Library are just a few of the many nearby locales."
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239 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,318 sqft townhouse built in 1900. 239 E Chestnut St is located in Musser Park, Lancaster. This property is not currently available for sale. 239 E Chestnut St was last sold on Aug 11, 2025 for $305,000 (22% higher than the asking price of $250,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 239 E Chestnut St is $320,000.