985 Center Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601
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OFF MARKET

$357,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,224 sqft

985 Center Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601

Est. Refi. Payment $2,311/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 6, 2022 for $315,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$357K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+3.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$42K (+13.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +115% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$357K
August 2026$356K
July 2026$359K
June 2026$360K
May 2026$362K
April 2026$365K
March 2026$354K
February 2026$352K
January 2026$351K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
966 Skyline Dr, Lancaster, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$314,900
12/23/25
3
1.5
1,405
1009 Salisbury Ct, Lancaster, PA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$360,000
10/01/25
3
2
1,370
883 Parkside Ln, Lancaster, PA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/22/26
3
2
1,454
975 Salisbury Ct, Lancaster, PA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$421,800
05/29/26
4
2
1,472
1024 Skyline Dr, Lancaster, PA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$445,000
08/17/26
3
1.5
1,305
561 Friendship Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$405,000
10/03/25
3
1.5
1,568
1055 Louise Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$335,000
05/01/26
3
2
1,312
1025 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$446,000
05/15/26
3
1.5
1,680
946 Salisbury Ct, Lancaster, PA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$492,525
06/02/26
3
2.5
1,876
523 Pleasure Rd, Lancaster, PA
0.71
Single-Family Home
$322,000
05/12/26
3
1.5
1,384

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
990 Center Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.03
$294,300
3
1
1,092
Off Market
1007 Midway Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.03
$316,500
3
1
1,129
Off Market
1005 Midway Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.03
$369,400
3
1.5
1,192
Off Market
1009 Homeland Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.08
$436,400
4
2
1,898
Off Market
1017 Homeland Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.09
$316,100
3
1.5
1,044
Off Market
969 Green Ter, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.06
$302,100
3
1
1,368
Off Market
967 Green Ter, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.07
$312,800
3
1
1,656
Off Market
955 Green Ter, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.10
$314,100
3
1
1,092
Off Market
946 Homeland Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.12
$351,200
3
1.5
1,694
Off Market
1705 Windsor Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.12
$351,700
3
1.5
1,512
Off Market
951 Parkside Ln, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.16
$361,200
2
1
1,388
Off Market
1021 Edgemoor Ct, Lancaster, PA 17601
0.17
$322,900
3
2
1,410
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
1,224 sqft
$292/sqft

About this House

A true entertainer's dream! This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath brick home in Manheim Township offers a wonderful private corner lot with privacy! Offering original hardwood floors, a beautiful wood burning fireplace and a traditional layout. If you enjoy spending time outside with family or friends, you are in luck! A large covered L-Shaped bar offers great space for guests and offers a built in flat top grill! Plenty of entertainment space and options! The axe throwing lanes offer great entertainment! The large deck offers great space and offers a retractable awning. The circular driveway is convenient and offers overflow for guests! Note: Outdoor items not attached or fixed are negotiable (pool table, fire pit, barstools, gas heaters etc.)
985 Center Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,224 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $315,000 on Jul 6, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $357,300, with a rent estimate of $2,132/month.

Home Details for 985 Center Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: RadiantHeating Fuel: Radiant
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.7000000476837158
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Brick

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 6, 2022
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2018650
Sold
$315,000
Jun 2, 2022
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2018650
Pending
$320,000
May 26, 2022
Source: Bright MLS #PALA2018650
Listed For Sale
$320,000
May 1, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$177,000
Mar 3, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$179,000

Market trends in Lancaster

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$340K
$26.82KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$197
$1MoM
Available listings
330
5MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Lancaster

At least 1709 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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    "The community of great loving kind neighbors "
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  • Christopher Entrekin Falk
    "for the most part, the commute is not bad just like with any city early morning and 5 o'clock. It gets busy downtown "
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    "Theater in the park. Summer beer gardens Open street weekend. Art walk weekend. Easy, every one welcomed evening bike rides"
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    "lots of great neighbors that take care of each other whether it be helping fix each other‘ houses or taking care of pets, getting mail, etc."
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    "The beautiful street downside traffic all day and construction going on out here . They are building new schools and apartments. "
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    "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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    "Nothing at all it’s a good area quiet and safe. We do have our share of weirdo neighbors but who doesn’t"
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  • Tyler Musselman
    "Friendly, easy going neighborhood that is well taken care of. Dogs are one of the things that are well liked and appreciated. "
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  • Brandon Hubbard
    "I’m a newer resident, so i’m still figuring that all out. Otherwise, the neighborhood and area are fantastic."
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  • Glaser.cole
    "Safe neighborhood with a lot of families. People are friendly. People drive safer here than in other parts of the city "
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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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  • Kayla walls
    "I really love the area. Everyone has been kind to me. I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 2 years. And I feel comfortable, as well as the new hospital that saves a ton of time. "
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  • Cindy Salfrank
    "I am retired and don’t commute. My husband’s commute is dependent on each individual job. However it is manageable. "
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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
    "While the Stadium District is not my neighborhood, I do visit and pass through quite often. it's close to a major college and millions of tourists visit in season. "
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  • Trulia User
    "very friendly people that live in surrounding areas that are polite, friendly people, very outgoing "
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    "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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    "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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    "The area is walkable and there are many people with dogs nearby. There are also lots of parks. "
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  • Trulia User 22314
    "I feel that dog owners would not like to live in this neighborhood in light of the poor maintenance standards they seem to keep in the area. From a visitors point of view, I claim that I would never allow my dog to walk along the streets of this city."
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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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    "Best part living close to the markets downtown is you find any and everything most popular in Lancaster city."
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    "Walk to everything, very close to restaurants, gas and Rt 30. Quips Pub, mail salon on the corner. Friendly Greek across the street features over 100 craft beers for take out. Lots of trees everywhere. "
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Frequently asked questions about 985 Center Ave

  • What is 985 Center Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 985 Center Ave in Lancaster, PA is $357,300.
  • What is the price history for 985 Center Ave?
    985 Center Ave in Lancaster, PA last sold for $315,000 in July 2022.
  • 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 $340K. That is up $26.82K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 985 Center Ave?
    The lot at 985 Center Ave in Lancaster, PA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).

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