531 Lafayette St, Lancaster, PA 17603
SOLD
AUG 12, 2025

531 Lafayette St
Lancaster, PA 17603

Cabbage Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,295 sqft

$264,900

Last Sold: Aug 12, 2025
$205/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,643/mo*

$264,900

Last Sold: Aug 12, 2025
$205/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,643/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,295 sqft

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Description

Welcome to 531 Lafayette Street. This historic townhome is situated in the SOWE (Southwest)/Cabbage Hill neighborhood of Lancaster, PA. Built in 1895, this fully updated residence offers 1295 square feet of living space. The layout of the home includes a spacious living room/dining room combo with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, an electric fireplace and a contemporary ceiling fan. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with NEW cabinetry, SS appliances, granite countertops and a tile backsplash. The NEW stackable washer & dryer units are also situated in the kitchen. Venture upstairs and you will find 2 full bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. NEW carpet has been installed in each bedroom and both bathrooms have been beautifully updated (one with a walk in shower, the other with a tub shower). Walk up one more flight of stairs and you will find a freshly painted and newly carpeted 3rd bedroom. This room also has the potential to be used as a man cave, extra entertaining space or office space. The options are totally up to the new owner(s). This beautifully updated semi-detached home is located in a rapidly improving neighborhood and is within walking distance to various locals schools, Don't miss the opportunity to tour this home! You will be pleasantly surprised with the many upgrades throughout and its move-in ready just for you!
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 September 10, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$205/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 531 Lafayette St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Basement, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1295 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Electric, Mantel(s)Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ReplacementFlooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Concrete
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Concrete
View
Has a ViewView: City, Street
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShingleOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, Street LightsFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Gravel,Public,Shared Driveway,Unpaved,Off Street,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Frontage Type: Road FrontageNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1295 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1895
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: Good, Very GoodIncluded in Sale: All AppliancesParcel Number: 3384810500000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $264,900Price Per Sqft: $205/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 10 2025Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD, Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: Cabbage Hill
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: 1295 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 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: PALA2071478Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1295
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Luis E Torres, (717) 300-0068
Mountain Realty ERA Powered
Bought with: Meisha Sams, (717) 341-0529, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2071478

Price History for 531 Lafayette St

DatePriceEventSource
08/12/2025$264,900Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2071478
07/28/2025$264,900PendingBright MLS #PALA2071478
06/19/2025$264,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2071478
03/10/2023$115,000Sold
N/A
04/15/2022$112,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2014838
03/25/2022$116,000PendingBright MLS #PALA2014838
03/11/2022$116,000PendingToActiveBright MLS #PALA2014838
03/11/2022$116,000PendingBright MLS #PALA2014838
03/11/2022$116,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2014838
12/01/2021$65,000Sold
N/A
01/28/2002$26,001Sold
N/A
10/15/2001$1,991Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,267
Assessment$56,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 531 Lafayette St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.08
Single-Family Home
$255,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,504
0.14
Single-Family Home
$238,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,503
0.05
Single-Family Home
$274,900
10/03/25
4
1.5
1,804
0.15
Single-Family Home
$290,000
07/25/25
4
2
1,517
0.13
Single-Family Home
$285,000
09/04/25
3
3
1,620
0.10
Single-Family Home
$236,000
05/30/25
4
1.5
1,608
0.19
Single-Family Home
$255,000
12/15/25
4
1.5
1,686
0.20
Single-Family Home
$245,000
02/27/26
4
1.5
1,604
0.25
Single-Family Home
$224,000
11/06/25
4
2
1,301

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 531 Lafayette St.
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Cabbage Hill

At least 192 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say parking is easy

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "There’s always a lot of people walking their dogs that seem very friendly and the dogs always look happy."
  • Monay
    "I believe it’s very easy to get to where your going Whether it is still go downtown or in the opposite direction there is corner stores on almost every corner there is a bus stops at almost every corner as well. The parking on the blocks suck though. Neighbor were cool. "
  • Alyssa W.
    "There are a lot of families with all ages of children in the neighborhood. The area is improving and crime is going down."
  • Molliee828mertel
    "The Lancaster rec center is close by and it has a lot of activities available for children. Local churches often host events for the community. The city is working to revitalize the neighborhood. They have recently added a nature trail and created a new playground behind the rec center."
  • Julie A.
    "Great neighborhood!!! I was raised here and had an amazing childhood... fond memories that will last a lifetime. "
  • Kjsjazz
    "Schools close restaurants and shopping within walking distance. off street parking is good and one space in alley"
  • Giovanniguri7
    "the people around my neighborhood are very friendly, , everyone known each other, everyone help each other and sometimes we get together for a little fun :-) "
  • Sweet K.
    "The neighborhood is very quiet, respectful neighborhood, and it's behind the mall so everything is within walking distance."
  • Wesleybullock
    "Cabbage Hill is attracting younger, vibrant, creative types that enjoy the diverse neighborhood and close walk to downtown."
  • Vitolopez
    "good neighborh good for kids friendlis people continius cop round good i live here around 6 years and i like "
  • shayla r.
    "lancaster not the best place but its just how u make it as long as u keep to your self its nice everythings close by people just need to start getting togther and make a difference to many young people are loseing there lives im a mother of 7..5 boys 2 girls and 1 thing i can say is i have good kids .u raze them the way you wont them to be but they become go be who they wont to be lead them by example"
  • Carolyn P.
    "i lived on the corner of manor and old dorwart st for 9 years.the neighbors are noisy,discard trash on the side walk and passing cars also drop the to go bags from their cars at the intersection,music blaring from cars and neighbors home so loud that the residence windows rattles.people walk their dogs to deficate on others property or leave it on the side walk.they also vandlise neighbors cars,or property.drug dealing is in the open,worst kept secret in lancaster that this area of cabbage hill is the drug dealing top area.landlords are slum property owners.they only fix up the homes or apartment only if the city code only if city codes are involved in a complaint.physical confrontations are common occurance.drunks urinate in public.no one cares to clean up any of the trash on the streets.tenants becomes owners of cats just to keep rats and mice under control then abandon the cats when they move out."

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531 Lafayette St, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,295 sqft single-family home built in 1895. 531 Lafayette St is located in Cabbage Hill, Lancaster. This property is not currently available for sale. 531 Lafayette St was last sold on Aug 12, 2025 for $264,900 (0% higher than the asking price of $264,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 531 Lafayette St is $258,100.