540 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603
SOLD
AUG 20, 2025

540 Ruby St
Lancaster, PA 17603

West End
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,450 sqft

$218,000

Last Sold: Aug 20, 2025
$150/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,370/mo*
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$218,000

Last Sold: Aug 20, 2025
$150/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,370/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,450 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

Welcome Home to Lancaster City Living! This cozy, semi-detached gem offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a family room in the lower level! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking for city convenience, you'll love being just 5 minutes from vibrant Downtown Lancaster's restaurants, shops, and entertainment! Relax in your fenced backyard—ideal entertaining! This home is an affordable step into homeownership. Don't miss out! Schedule your showing today!
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 August 26, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$150/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 540 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1450 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: WoodOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: None
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1050 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 400 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: Refrigerator, Washer, DryerParcel Number: 3385810700000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $218,000Price Per Sqft: $150/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 26 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: LANCASTERCommunity: Lancaster City Ward 8
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: 1450 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 Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PALA2073230Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1050
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Ada Rivera, (717) 615-3400
Home 1st Realty
Bought with: Ada Rivera, (717) 615-3400, Home 1st Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2073230

Price History for 540 Ruby St

DatePriceEventSource
08/20/2025$218,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2073230
07/18/2025$209,900PendingBright MLS #PALA2073230
07/18/2025$209,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2073230
09/15/2015$90,000Sold
N/A
07/31/2015$99,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/30/2011$94,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/26/2011$94,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/23/2000$57,900Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,215
Assessment$80,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 Ruby St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
729 6th St, Lancaster, PA
0.05
Townhouse
$195,000
07/22/25
3
1.5
1,120
850 4th St, Lancaster, PA
0.18
Townhouse
$230,000
01/23/26
3
1.5
1,103
824 4th St, Lancaster, PA
0.15
Townhouse
$280,000
09/18/25
3
1.5
1,218
115 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.22
Townhouse
$215,000
07/07/25
3
1.5
1,112
40 Laurel St, Lancaster, PA
0.24
Townhouse
$225,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,162
635 3rd St, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Townhouse
$260,000
01/29/26
3
1.5
1,209
627 4th St, Lancaster, PA
0.14
Townhouse
$186,000
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,192
720 5th St, Lancaster, PA
0.03
Townhouse
$219,900
03/19/26
3
1
916
338 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA
0.12
Townhouse
$133,555
11/20/25
3
1.5
1,605

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."
    3
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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."
    0
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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"
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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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540 Ruby St, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,450 sqft townhouse built in 1915. 540 Ruby St is located in West End, Lancaster. This property is not currently available for sale. 540 Ruby St was last sold on Aug 20, 2025 for $218,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $218,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 540 Ruby St is $227,500.