242 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
OFF MARKET

$388,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,481 sqft

242 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602

Musser Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,566/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 30, 2025 for $370,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$388K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$20K (+5.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$18K (+4.9%)
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 +196% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$388K
August 2026$384K
July 2026$384K
June 2026$383K
May 2026$380K
April 2026$383K
March 2026$379K
February 2026$378K
January 2026$378K
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
219 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA
0.08
Townhouse
$352,500
12/18/25
3
2.5
1,620
246 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.01
Townhouse
$275,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,594
211 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA
0.10
Townhouse
$330,000
05/19/26
3
1.5
1,429
353 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA
0.23
Townhouse
$375,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,904
226 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA
0.11
Townhouse
$292,000
03/12/26
4
1
1,522
351 E Marion St, Lancaster, PA
0.18
Townhouse
$262,650
12/18/25
3
2
1,280
136 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.19
Townhouse
$375,000
05/28/26
4
1.5
1,800
34 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.28
Townhouse
$320,000
12/05/25
3
1.5
1,812
118 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Townhouse
$230,000
10/08/25
3
1.5
1,300

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
230 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.02
$309,000
3
1.5
1,512
Off Market
246 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.01
$275,000
3
2
1,594
Recently Sold
248 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.01
$299,900
3
2.5
1,649
For Sale
237 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.06
$411,000
4
2.5
1,952
Recently Sold
217 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.06
$375,600
4
-
2,530
Off Market
236 E Fulton St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.05
$884,000
3
2.5
2,378
Off Market
234 E Fulton St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.05
-
3
3
3,286
Off Market
305 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.07
$441,700
4
2.5
2,505
Off Market
231 N Shippen St #132, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.04
$264,700
3
2.5
1,196
Off Market
220 N Shippen St, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.05
$340,000
4
2.5
1,654
For Sale
247 N Shippen St #411, Lancaster, PA 17602
0.05
$205,000
2
2
1,132
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 1858
1,481 sqft
$262/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

What's unique:Private deckFlat backyardQuartz countersBrick homeSoaking tubFloor-to-ceiling front windows
Location, charm, and modern updates—this one has it all! Welcome to 242 E Walnut Street, a fully remodeled brick home just steps from Musser Park and Downtown Lancaster, with easy access via Route 23. Inside, you’ll find original hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling front windows, and a spacious living/dining area with a painted brick faux fireplace and original staircase. The updated kitchenfeatures quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and colorful subway tile. A new mudroom with laundry, half bath, and access to a flat backyard offer everyday convenience. Upstairs boasts three bedrooms, including a primary with dual closets and a rear bedroom with a private deck. The modern full bath includes a tiled shower, soaking tub, and double vanity. With new windows, roof, central air, and updated systems, this move-in-ready home offers peace of mind in an unbeatable location.
242 E Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,481 sqft townhouse in Musser Park, built in 1858. It last sold for $370,000 on Sep 30, 2025 (1% below the $375,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $388,300, with a rent estimate of $1,982/month.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by JOY DANIELS, (717) 724-5736
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd
Bought with: Sarah Lapp, (717) 725-6375, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2069916

Home Details for 242 E Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types 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: 1481 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Full, WoodOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Private,On Street,Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1481 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1858Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3362578400000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $375,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 30 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: Musser Park
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: 1481 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1307 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2069916Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1481

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 30, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2069916
Sold
$370,000
Aug 14, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2069916
Pending
$375,000
Jul 22, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2069916
PriceChange
$375,000
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 7, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2069916
PriceChange
$384,000
Price decreased by 0%
Jun 11, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2069916
PriceChange
$385,000
Price decreased by 3%

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

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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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Frequently asked questions about 242 E Walnut St

  • What is 242 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 242 E Walnut St in Lancaster, PA is $388,300.
  • What is the price history for 242 E Walnut St?
    242 E Walnut St in Lancaster, PA last sold for $370,000 in September 2025.
  • 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 $356K. That is up $16.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 242 E Walnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 242 E Walnut St in Lancaster, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 242 E Walnut St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 242 E Walnut St in Lancaster, PA has laundry facilities.

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