538 Hand Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
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OFF MARKET

538 Hand Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602

Ross
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 928 sqft

$195,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,272/mo*
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$195,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,272/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
928 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 538 Hand Ave, Lancaster, PA. 538 Hand Ave is in the Ross neighborhood in Lancaster, PA and in ZIP code 17602. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 928 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1306 sqft and was built in 1942.
538 Hand Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 928 sqft single-family home in Ross, built in 1942. It last sold for $104,000 on Jul 22, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2022 with an asking price of $1,225 per month. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $195,900, with a rent estimate of $1,584/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 538 Hand Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1942
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1306 sqft

Price History for 538 Hand Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/03/2022$1,225Listed For RentZillow Rental Network Premium
09/16/2019$1,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/09/2019$1,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/27/2019$1,100Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/22/2019$104,000Sold
BHHS Homesale Realty #PALA135124_17602
06/24/2019$105,000PendingAgent Provided
06/20/2019$105,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/28/2015$72,500Sold
N/A
05/28/2015$72,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/16/2015$77,750ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/08/2014$77,750PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/10/2014$79,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/02/2014$83,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/24/2013$87,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/23/2013$92,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/26/2007$75,900Sold
N/A
08/17/2006$50,000Sold
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$2,539
Assessment$63,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 538 Hand Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
529 Hamilton St, Lancaster, PA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$155,000
03/19/26
2
1
1,038
424 Hamilton St, Lancaster, PA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$209,000
03/12/26
3
1
1,102
633 Lehigh Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$169,000
01/02/26
2
1
784
427 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$150,000
02/23/26
2
1
952
564 Hamilton St, Lancaster, PA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$190,000
03/03/26
2
1.5
1,260
573 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$195,000
01/22/26
3
1
1,080
530 Hand Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/24/25
2
1.5
1,160
549 E Frederick St, Lancaster, PA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$210,000
10/29/25
2
1.5
1,118
745 N Franklin St, Lancaster, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/16/25
3
1
1,313
804 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$292,500
03/31/26
3
1
1,302

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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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