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1694-1696 1698 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17603

5beds
4baths
3,353sqft
$475,000
$142price/sqft
$3,403/moest. monthly cost
$136,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Exceptional multi-unit opportunity in a prime Lancaster location! This well-maintained triplex features three thoughtfully designed units, each offering comfortable living spaces and strong rental appeal. The first main-level unit boasts a spacious living area, a dine-in kitchen with abundant built-ins, and two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill full bath with a tub/shower combo. The second main-level unit offers a generous eat-in kitchen, a bright living room with well-kept luxury vinyl plank flooring, and sizable bedrooms sharing a Jack-and-Jill full bath with a walk-in shower. The upper-level unit features plush carpeting throughout, expansive living spaces, and numerous windows that fill the home with natural light. Situated on a corner lot, the property includes three private off-street parking spaces along with front and side yard areas. Conveniently located near local dining, shopping, and everyday amenities, this property presents an excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity.

Getting Around

73
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
46
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Hambright El SchoolGrades K-62.4 mi
8/10
Manor Middle SchoolGrades 7-82.3 mi
7/10
Penn Manor High SchoolGrades 9-122.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Other
  • Construction materials: Brick,Masonry

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Triplex

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator,Cooktop,Electric Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 740

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4

Features

  • Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Hot Water,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s),Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,353
  • Total interior livable area: 3,353 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Details

  • Parcel number: 4106198500000
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Exclusions: See Bright Mls Documents

Features

  • Pool features: None
  • Exterior features: Awning(s),Sidewalks
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City,Garden

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,405 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Front Yard,SideYard(s),Corner Lot/Unit

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Paved,On Street,Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,401$28,812
Home Insurance *$160$1,920
Property Taxes $475$5,700
Electricity $367$4,414
Total$3,403$40,836
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$116,674/yr
40% on housing$102,090/yr
45% on housing$90,746/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.7%
9.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.2%
-2.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$142This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 17603$165
Lancaster County$179

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 17603$187
Lancaster County$208

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-02Listed for sale$495,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAnne M Lusk
BrokerageLusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty

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