Imagine the possibilities when owning 2 homes on 1 estate in Lancaster's charming Chestnut Hill neighborhood with 2 car garage parking and beautiful secluded courtyard. The primary house boasts over 3,000 sq ft, has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and is a perfect blend of historic charm and modern day updates. Above the massive two car garage sits a large studio apartment that could be used as an in law quarters, home for guests visit or long term/short term a rental for passive income. Staying true to the legacy of this home, many original features have been preserved with exceptional attention to detail. Throughout the home you notice the antique hardware, original restored floors, doors, molding and handrails. Unique details like the mortgage "button" at the bottom of the main staircase, original frosted glass, and a striking cast iron cornstalk fence truly make this home one of a kind. Although many original features remain , this home has been updated to make living in an historic home a breeze. Updates including, a modern chef's kitchen, heated walkway in front of the house, lead paint remediation, and 3 separate geothermal heating zones including 2 that were updated in 2022 and 2023. This home was treated with so much love and has been meticulously maintained. This iconic corner lot property is a true Lancaster City gem.
Sold
$777,000
229 W Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603
3beds
3,240sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1860
4,792 sqft lot
$863,300 Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2023 at 04:01pm
Listed by:
Stephen Boyd 831-238-1063,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
I.J. Hines, RS272925
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2042954

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,240
- Total interior livable area: 3,240 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,240
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Storage, Covered, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,792 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3316205700000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lancaster
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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