239 Washington Ave, Ephrata, PA, 17522
About This Home
Welcome to this outstanding 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom detached home in the heart of Ephrata. The owners have beautifully restored this home, combining original character with modern amenities and upgrades. Entering through the front door, you will be greeted by the rich restored hardwood floors. You will immediately appreciate the open floor plan as you explore the lovely rooms. A brand new Maplewood kitchen, accented by a series of recessed lights offers lots of cabinet space, dishwasher, stove, and microwave. Beyond the kitchen is the spacious laundry and rear entry way, including a rinsing sink and cabinetry. From there, you can enjoy strolling through the spacious fenced in yard, and beyond that, 4 off street parking spaces. The 1st floor also offers a lovely new bath, while retaining some original character in its storage closets. A beautiful staircase leads upstairs to the Master suite featuring a well-lit bath with a soaking tub with tile surround. Two other bedrooms and an additional bath compliment the upstairs areas. The 3rd bedroom opens to a 2nd floor balcony overlooking the patio and the pleasant grounds. All baths are equipped with recessed lighting and each bedroom has lighted closets. Newer replacement windows and furnace make this home very efficient. The basement and insulated attic offer lots of storage space. This beautiful, detached home is a rare find in downtown Ephrata.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1923
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Fiberglass,Rubber,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven/Range - Electric,Cooktop,Washer,Water Heater
- Laundry features: Has Laundry,Hookup,Main Level,Washer In Unit
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Sump Pump
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Attic,Breakfast Area,Crown Molding,Dining Area,Open Floorplan,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting
- Door features: Insulated
- Window features: Double Hung,Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows,Replacement,Vinyl Clad
- Flooring: Vinyl,Hardwood,Wood
- Finished area above ground: 1,640
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,640
- Total interior livable area: 1,640 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Details
- Parcel number: 2606082500000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Play Area,Sidewalks,Stone Retaining Walls,Street Lights,Balcony
- Fencing: Board,Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Lot size: 4,792 sqft
- Features: Landscaped,Open Lot,Rear Yard
- Lot size dimensions: 35 x 144
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel,Off Street,On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,668 | $20,016 |
| Home Insurance * | $91 | $1,092 |
| Property Taxes | $329 | $3,948 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $2,312 | $27,744 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow 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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-20 | Listed for sale | $329,900 |
| 2024-05-31 | Sold | $175,000 |
| 2024-04-27 | Pending sale | $199,900 |
| 2024-04-21 | Listed for sale | $199,900 |
| 2015-06-16 | Sold | $110,000 |
| 2015-04-19 | Price change | $115,000 |
| 2015-03-18 | Listed for sale | $119,900 |
| 2014-07-29 | Listing removed | $124,900 |
| 2014-07-01 | Price change | $124,900 |
| 2014-04-29 | Price change | $129,900 |
| 2014-04-03 | Price change | $134,900 |
| 2014-01-29 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 1999-03-19 | Sold | $90,000 |
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