56 Wise Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603
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OFF MARKET

56 Wise Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603

Cabbage Hill
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 986 sqft

$176,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,163/mo*

$176,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,163/mo*
3 Beds
1 Bath
986 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
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1949
Living Area
986 sqft
Price/Sqft
$179
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a spacious corner lot and offers a compelling blend of comfort, updates, and investment potential. Step outside to enjoy a private backyard and a generous deck—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you’ll find an efficient layout filled with natural light, new flooring throughout most of the home, and modern kitchen cabinets that add a fresh, contemporary touch. Major mechanicals are already taken care of with a brand-new furnace and a 5 year old central A/C system —reducing future maintenance costs and adding peace of mind. Whether you're an investor seeking a reliable rental with low operating costs or a buyer looking for a home in a desirable location, this property checks all the boxes making it a smart long-term investment for any buyer.
56 Wise Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 986 sqft single-family home in Cabbage Hill, built in 1949. It last sold for $169,000 on Aug 8, 2025 (3% below the $173,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2025 with an asking price of $1,695 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 9, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $176,800, with a rent estimate of $1,848/month.

Home Details for 56 Wise Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 986 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: 2+ Access Exits
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: OtherNo 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): 986 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Twin/Semi-DetachedArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, MasonryNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3387991200000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $173,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 08 2025Possession Timing: Other

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: 986 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: PALA2072562Municipality: LANCASTER CITYAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 986
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Chris Good, (717) 821-1610
Keller Williams Elite
Co-Listing Team: Esh & Associates, Co-Listing Agent: Benuel Esh, (717) 344-4480
Keller Williams Elite
Bought with: Chris Good, (717) 821-1610, Keller Williams Elite
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PALA2072562

Price History for 56 Wise Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/08/2025$169,000Sold
Bright MLS #PALA2072562
07/18/2025$173,900PendingBright MLS #PALA2072562
07/11/2025$173,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PALA2072562
07/05/2025$179,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PALA2072562
04/09/2025$1,695ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/02/2025$1,695Listed For RentZillow Rentals
02/08/2019$995ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/22/2019$995Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Lancaster

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$313K
$16.15K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$195
$3
MoM
Available listings
325
19
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,191
Assessment$79,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 56 Wise Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.18
Single-Family Home
$189,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,219
0.24
Single-Family Home
$225,000
04/09/26
3
1
1,014
0.13
Single-Family Home
$208,000
09/30/25
3
1
1,102
0.02
Single-Family Home
$242,900
06/23/26
3
1
1,200
0.13
Single-Family Home
$250,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,224
0.03
Single-Family Home
$224,975
09/25/25
3
1.5
1,064
0.47
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/16/26
3
1
1,079

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Assigned Schools

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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