38 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602
OFF MARKET

38 E James St
Lancaster, PA 17602

Ross
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,488 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,488 sqft

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
Apartment
Year Built
1878
Living Area
1,488 sqft

About this House

Two Bedroom, One bath apartment close to LGH Hospital. Second and third floors of building. Private Deck and shared back yard. On street parking. Gas Heat included.
38 E James St, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,488 sqft apartment in Ross, built in 1878. It last sold for $59,000 on Oct 5, 1988. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,478/month.

Home Details for 38 E James St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1878
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1306 sqft

Price History for 38 E James St

DatePriceEventSource
10/05/1988$59,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Lancaster

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$313K
$16.15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$195
$3MoM
Available listings
325
19MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,159
Assessment$104,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 38 E James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
231 N Shippen St #325, Lancaster, PA
0.37
Apartment
$248,000
06/05/26
2
2
1,155
556 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.39
Apartment
$290,000
11/21/25
3
1
1,200
917 Columbia Ave #232, Lancaster, PA
1.07
Apartment
$135,000
03/20/26
2
2
956
917 Columbia Ave #533, Lancaster, PA
1.07
Apartment
$270,000
10/21/25
2
2
1,503
917 Columbia Ave #633, Lancaster, PA
1.11
Apartment
$235,000
10/27/25
2
2
1,476
4 Regal Aly, Lancaster, PA
1.30
Apartment
$229,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,152
151 Melrose Ln, Lancaster, PA
1.53
Apartment
$255,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,320
537 E King St, Lancaster, PA
0.76
Multi-Family Home
$343,000
07/17/26
3
-
2,868
220 Harvard Ave, Lancaster, PA
2.42
Apartment
$280,000
12/22/25
2
1.5
1,847
49 Riverside Ave, Lancaster, PA
1.55
Apartment
$339,000
07/14/26
1
1
1,500

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 65 % 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "Best part living close to the markets downtown is you find any and everything most popular in Lancaster city."
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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 38 E James St

  • What is the price history for 38 E James St?
    38 E James St in Lancaster, PA last sold for $59,000 in October 1988.
  • 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 $313K. That is up $16.15K from the prior month.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Ross, Lancaster.
  • Does 38 E James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 38 E James St in Lancaster, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 38 E James St have parking?
    Yes, 38 E James St in Lancaster, PA has on-site parking.