538 E Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522
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SOLD
NOV 18, 2025

538 E Main St
Ephrata, PA 17522

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,341 sqft

$220,000

Last Sold: Nov 18, 2025
$164/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,426/mo*
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$220,000

Last Sold: Nov 18, 2025
$164/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,426/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,341 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1918
Living Area
1,341 sqft
Price/Sqft
$164/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

This is a PUBLIC AUCTION to be held on WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 1, 2025 AT 5:00 P.M. Price shown is a suggested opening bid only, final sale price will need to be confirmed by seller. Lots of opportunity with is one, good bones but needs some TLC.
538 E Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,341 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for the $220,000 asking price on Nov 18, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $1,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 25, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $334,200, with a rent estimate of $1,701/month.

Home Details for 538 E Main St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1341 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Alley Access,Detached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1341 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2608196100000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $220,000Price Per Sqft: $164/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 18 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: EPHRATACommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: Ephrata AreaJr High / Middle School District: Ephrata AreaHigh School District: Ephrata Area

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1341 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Auction

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2076552Municipality: EPHRATA BOROAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1341
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Tracey Jones, (484) 332-5287
Hostetter Realty LLC
Bought with: Hostetter Realty-New Holland
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2076552

Price History for 538 E Main St

DatePriceEventSource
03/25/2026$1,750ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/16/2026$1,750PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
01/14/2026$1,850Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/18/2025$220,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2076552

Market trends in Ephrata

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$352K
$14.18KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$199
$2MoM
Available listings
48
14MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,147
Assessment$128,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 538 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
432 E Main St, Ephrata, PA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$233,000
02/06/26
3
1
1,376
18 Akron Rd, Ephrata, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$315,000
10/16/25
4
1.5
1,508
413 E Main St, Ephrata, PA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$230,000
04/27/26
2
1
960
87 E Franklin St, Ephrata, PA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$270,000
05/27/26
3
2
1,392
400 E Main St, Ephrata, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$295,000
09/30/25
4
2
2,263
323 Lincoln Ave, Ephrata, PA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$270,000
11/10/25
3
1
1,113
154 Julie Ann Ct, Ephrata, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$297,000
06/03/26
3
1.5
1,803

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Ephrata

At least 302 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Kristen Martin
    "Everyone works together picking up their dog messes and everyone’s friendly. They talk to everyone’s dogs or the dogs know everyone it’s just like a nice camaraderie and the animals are included."
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  • Kristen Updike
    "Everyone’ looks out for everyone- we all are nice but not fake nice- no speeding cars - no loud noises "
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  • 8dwgfdvdpn
    "It’s a friendly neighborhood with pet owners all around always walking their pets. There is also a dog park in town."
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  • Flycmagurl
    "It’s nice to be right by the highway. Access is easy. It’s easy to go to the city or go to Reading from this area. Highly recommend. "
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  • Kristen Updike
    "Everyone’s pretty friendly we talk to each other we know our neighbors we go for walks with each other and our pets "
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  • Flycmagurl
    "We have our own community park. Our neighborhood is right off the highway and its easy to find amish stands. "
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  • P.c.reilly.pr
    "Once a year there is the Ephrata Fair, the downtown is small and quaint. There are building nice shopping centers surrounding the area. "
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  • Haskinsak
    "it's family oriented. very close to schools and churches. too many kids for my taste currently, but they are mostly ok. "
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  • Alan
    "Traffic is okay except in the early morning and late afternoon rush hour times around the Wal-Mart/Ephrata Crossings area where there is still construction and road work, also the bottleneck to one lane has caused problems for years! It doesn’t seem like the township will ever do anything about it and it will get worse when the stores and hotel open!"
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  • Emily G.
    "It’s 15 minutes to the highway. There aren’t any bus routes in Clay. You can take back roads to almost anywhere"
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  • Michelle C.
    "I was born n raised in this area. it's definitely my comfort zone. I've moved out of the area several times for various reasons & always end up back here."
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  • Margarita K.
    "People have to use their cars. No public transportation. It’s really rural. No taxis. You could used Uber "
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  • Emily G.
    "It’s a 15 min drive to major highways. There are many back roads you can take to get to the city faster. "
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  • Jennifer G.
    "For the most part it is a very safe area. But all the crime is drug related and herion is and has been for many years a problem in this area."
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  • Sarah J. K.
    "Every fall they do the Ephrata Fair which is a week long event that the whole family can enjoy. Rides, games, amazing food, and even a petting zoo!"
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  • Britany S.
    "easy access to 222, and plenty of restaurants to choose from. I drive 6 minutes to my job. there are plenty of places to apply for work"
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  • Brooke I.
    "A dog owner would enjoy that there are several parks and the rail trail for some variety in exercising your pooch. "
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  • Lori R.
    "Ephrata Fair is held yearly and lots of fun. Christmas Tree lighting is always a good time! Open air market every Friday and The Whistle Stop in town monthly. "
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  • Logan P.
    "Many different events happen downtown such as parades, fairs, and sometimes live bands. Movie Theater, restaurants, dealerships, and more to explore."
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  • Jenn
    "There is a walking trail is right out back that goes from Ephrata to Lititz it tree covered for a good amount and this helps on hot days"
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  • Deb W.
    "there are many families. it is a quiet neighborhood. everyone gets along. great park pool. walking trails. nice downtown. plenty of things for kids and teens to do "
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  • Deb B.
    "There are many parks and the people are very friendly . We also have a Rail Trail with many trees. Nature abounds "
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  • Luis A. A.
    "You see people walking their dog all the time is a friendly neighborhood to live in quite not to loud"
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  • Heather
    "Easy to access everything -easy to walk to shops, restaurants and the rail trail. Friendly neighbors "
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  • Charles V.
    "I've lived here 3& Half years. people are great stores are great. My Grand Son's go to First class schools. "
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  • Cphevener65
    "There’s a lot of family’s and great activity’s for your children to do all in a friendly environment and you are close to all but anything you’d ever need "
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  • Heather
    "Dog friendly, but there is not a designated area-ie. dog park in Ephrata. That would be a great addition to the town"
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  • Tim D.
    "I drive to work every day. But there are plenty of places to walk to in the area. Restaurants, antique shops, and other shops. "
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  • Rebecca.auseichyk
    "There’s so much to do in this area. Hop in my car and 20-30 I can find many things to do in other towns too. So, it’s close to many places and activities. "
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  • freedom ain’t free
    "Area is a nice location to visit but hidden pollution is a real problem from farms trucks and Amish wood burning stoves . We have had and continue to have several days with bad air quality and particle matter ...."
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  • Paula W.
    "people tend to mind their own business. roads aren't heavily traveled. relatively quiet place. neighbors are nice. not many young children."
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  • Brookeg410
    "There are a lot of people that like to take up all the parking space. Those people suck. And some of my neighbors complain. A lot. About nothing. "
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  • Chloeunderoath12
    "There’s a cupcake shop and lots of cafes. We’re constantly getting new restaurants. You can even walk to Applebee’s"
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Frequently asked questions about 538 E Main St

  • What is 538 E Main St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 538 E Main St in Ephrata, PA is $334,200.
  • What is the price history for 538 E Main St?
    538 E Main St in Ephrata, PA last sold for $220,000 in November 2025.
  • Is Ephrata a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ephrata is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ephrata?
    The median sale price in Ephrata is $352K. That is up $14.18K from the prior month.
  • Does 538 E Main St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 538 E Main St in Ephrata, PA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 538 E Main St?
    The lot at 538 E Main St in Ephrata, PA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).
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