537 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
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OFF MARKET

537 Ruby St
Lancaster, PA 17603

West End
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,048 sqft

$177,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,167/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$177,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,167/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,048 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
Townhouse
Year Built
1916
Living Area
1,048 sqft
Price/Sqft
$170
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath end-unit row home in the heart of Lancaster City! With its classic brick exterior and on-street parking, this home offers both charm and convenience. Featuring natural gas heat, this property ensures efficiency and affordability for homeowners or tenants alike. Currently used as a rental property, it presents a fantastic investment opportunity or the perfect chance for an owner-occupant to make it their own. Enjoy the walkability of city living with easy access to shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Don’t miss out on this solid home in a great location—schedule your showing today!
537 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,048 sqft townhouse in West End, built in 1916. It last sold for $167,800 on May 29, 2025 (1% below the $169,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2023 with an asking price of $1,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 18, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $177,700, with a rent estimate of $1,553/month.

Home Details for 537 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1048 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other 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): 1048 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1916
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3387081300000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu May 29 2025Possession Timing: 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 District: School District Of Lancaster

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1048 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 Agency

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2063724Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1048
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Brad Zimmerman, (717) 278-4771
RE/MAX Pinnacle
Listing Team: The Brad Zimmerman Team
Bought with: Heather Mellinger, (717) 371-7616, Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2063724

Price History for 537 Ruby St

DatePriceEventSource
05/29/2025$167,800Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2063724
04/10/2025$169,900PendingBright MLS #PALA2063724
03/14/2025$169,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PALA2063724
02/26/2025$175,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2063724
04/18/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
02/08/2023$1,295Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/23/2005$15,000Sold
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$2,915
Assessment$72,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 537 Ruby St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
720 5th St, Lancaster, PA
0.05
Townhouse
$219,900
03/19/26
3
1
916
303 Coral St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Townhouse
$165,500
12/29/25
3
1
845
305 Coral St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Townhouse
$140,000
09/26/25
3
1
918
65 Wise Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.13
Townhouse
$195,900
07/21/26
3
1
1,280
75 Wise Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.15
Townhouse
$165,000
02/27/26
2
1
1,368
828 Lafayette St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Townhouse
$209,900
12/31/25
3
1
1,126
636 3rd St, Lancaster, PA
0.18
Townhouse
$160,000
11/03/25
3
1
1,394
647 4th St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Townhouse
$267,067
03/30/26
3
1
1,192
821 Prangley Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.16
Townhouse
$159,000
03/13/26
4
1
1,121
540 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.02
Townhouse
$218,000
08/20/25
3
2
1,450

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

West End
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What Locals Say about West End

At least 41 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % 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

  • 51 % 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. "
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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. "
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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. "
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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"
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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. "
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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"
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  • Kristian F.
    "Easy commute, decent roads, safe neighborhood, lots of joggers, pretty houses, well maintained yards"
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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 "
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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."
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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. "
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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. "
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  • IvyLeaves19
    "Decent people in. Hardworking neighborhood. Trash everywhere, neighbors don’t clean behind their property"
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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. "
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  • Bullychicken
    "Lots of things to do and see in town. Vibrant arts and music community. Diverse population. Really good restaurants "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 537 Ruby St

  • What is 537 Ruby St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 537 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA is $177,700.
  • What is the price history for 537 Ruby St?
    537 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA last sold for $167,800 in May 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 $313K. That is up $16.15K from the prior month.
  • Does 537 Ruby St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 537 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 537 Ruby St have parking?
    Yes, 537 Ruby St in Lancaster, PA has on-site parking.
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