509 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
OFF MARKET

509 Ruby St
Lancaster, PA 17603

West End
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,088 sqft

$255,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,590/mo*
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$255,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,590/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,088 sqft

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Description

This charming Lancaster City home has undergone a remodel, giving it a fresh and modern feel while retaining its classic charm. As you approach the property, you'll be greeted by a front porch that adds to the home's curb appeal. Inside, the kitchen is a highlight, featuring white cabinets that provide ample storage space, a light gray marble subway tile backsplash that adds a touch of elegance, and stainless-steel appliances, including a gas stove that's perfect for cooking. Whether you're preparing a meal or simply enjoying your morning coffee, this kitchen is sure to delight. The spacious living and dining area provides an open and inviting space for entertaining friends and family. With plenty of natural light streaming in through the windows, it's the ideal place to relax and unwind. All bedrooms are conveniently located on the second floor, ensuring privacy and a peaceful night's sleep. This arrangement allows for separation between your living and sleeping spaces, creating a tranquil retreat. Outside, you'll find a fenced-in yard, providing a secure space for pets to roam and children to play. Additionally, there's a patio area where you can enjoy outdoor dining, barbecues, or simply bask in the sunshine while sipping your fall fall beverage. This remodeled Lancaster City home offers a perfect blend of modern convenience and historic charm, making it a fantastic place to call home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this property your own and enjoy all the amenities it has to offer. Enjoy the virtually staged photos to give you design and layout ideas!
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 March 09, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 509 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1088 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
View
Has a ViewView: City
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PorchFencing: Chain LinkOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, LightingFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road Frontage: 20
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1088 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Twin/Semi-DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Microwave, Stove, DishwasherParcel Number: 3387340400000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $221,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 24 2024Possession Timing: Immediate, Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: School District Of LancasterJr High / Middle School District: School District Of LancasterHigh School: Mccaskey EastHigh School District: School District Of Lancaster

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1088 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2043186Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1088

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Ashley Bleacher, (717) 314-4985
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
Co-Listing Agent: Laura Eshbach, (717) 475-5047
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
Bought with: Sukie Ramos- Suarez, (717) 380-8122, Home 1st Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2043186

Price History for 509 Ruby St

DatePriceEventSource
01/24/2024$221,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2043186
12/21/2023$221,000ContingentBright MLS #PALA2043186
11/01/2023$219,999Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2043186
11/01/2023$223,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PALA2042192
09/29/2023$223,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PALA2040470
09/15/2023$226,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2040470
09/10/2023$226,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PALA2036270
08/09/2023$226,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PALA2036270
08/04/2023$230,900PendingBright MLS #PALA2036270
07/14/2023$230,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PALA2036270
06/16/2023$234,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2036270
03/28/2023$79,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2032666
11/14/2016$86,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/15/2016$86,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
09/15/2016$86,900PendingAgent Provided
09/12/2016$84,000Sold
N/A
07/25/2016$86,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/21/2016$86,900PendingAgent Provided
05/03/2016$86,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/23/2016$89,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/01/2011$78,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/16/2011$78,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/14/2011$79,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/01/2011$78,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/09/2011$79,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/20/2011$82,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/03/2011$86,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/19/2011$89,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/01/2003$2,569Sold
N/A
04/16/1999$48,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,343
Assessment$83,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 509 Ruby St

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Sold Date
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44 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA
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$250,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,224
835 3rd St, Lancaster, PA
0.24
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$261,000
02/20/26
3
1
1,240
827 3rd St, Lancaster, PA
0.23
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$275,000
05/06/26
3
1
1,240
503 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA
0.09
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$227,500
06/16/25
3
1
1,794
115 S Pearl St, Lancaster, PA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$215,000
05/30/25
3
1
1,160
132 Coral St, Lancaster, PA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$210,000
09/10/25
3
1
1,372
56 Wise Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.17
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$169,000
08/08/25
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1
986
939 Saint Joseph St, Lancaster, PA
0.28
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$208,000
09/30/25
3
1
1,102
109 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$189,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,219
743 Saint Joseph St, Lancaster, PA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$225,000
04/09/26
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1,014

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

West End
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What Locals Say about West End

At least 40 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % 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

  • 50 % 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

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  • 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. "
    5
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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. "
    8
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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. "
    4
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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"
    1
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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. "
    1
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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"
    3
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  • Kristian F.
    "Easy commute, decent roads, safe neighborhood, lots of joggers, pretty houses, well maintained yards"
    0
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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 "
    33
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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."
    16
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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. "
    2
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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. "
    1
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  • IvyLeaves19
    "Decent people in. Hardworking neighborhood. Trash everywhere, neighbors don’t clean behind their property"
    1
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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. "
    38
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  • Bullychicken
    "Lots of things to do and see in town. Vibrant arts and music community. Diverse population. Really good restaurants "
    1
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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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509 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,088 sqft single-family home built in 1924. 509 Ruby St is located in West End, Lancaster. This property is not currently available for sale. 509 Ruby St was last sold on Jan 24, 2024 for $221,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $221,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 509 Ruby St is $255,000.