$189,900
5 bd|2 ba|1,742 sqft
674 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603
Listed by Contigo Real Estate
For Sale
Listing description
Welcome to urban living at its finest in the heart of downtown Lancaster! This beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in the desirable Lemon Street building offers the perfect blend of character, convenience, and low-maintenance living. Located on the 3rd floor, Unit 304 features an open and airy layout with abundant natural light, spacious living and dining areas, and a well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinet space. The generously sized bedroom offers great closet storage, while the full bath is tastefully updated. Enjoy secure building access, elevator convenience, and the unbeatable walkability to everything downtown Lancaster has to offer — including restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, galleries, Central Market, and local entertainment. Whether you are looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity, this condo offers exceptional value in a prime location. The unit comes with a parking space and an additional storage unit.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 888 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Unit/Flat/Apartment
- Architectural style
- Contemporary, Unit/Flat
- Year built
- 2017
Lot & parking
- Garage
- 1 space
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $310
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PALA2087568
- County
- Lancaster County
- School district
- School District Of Lancaster
- Days on NookLocal
- 100 days
Interior features
- Appliances
- Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Interior features
- Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Flat, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Living, and 2 more
- Laundry
- Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
- Levels
- 1
- Accessibility
- Elevator
- Security
- Security System, Smoke Detector, Main Entrance Lock, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Sprinkler System - Indoor
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Brick
- Exterior features
- Secure Storage
- Patio & porch
- Balcony, Roof
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Electric
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable TV Available
Parking
- Parking
- Off Site, Parking Garage
- Garage type
- Covered Parking
- Parking features
- Assigned, Parking Space Conveys, Private
- Total spaces
- 1
Community
- Subdivision
- LANCASTER PRESS BUILDING
- HOA amenities
- Common Grounds, Elevator, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Fitness Center, Security
- HOA includes
- Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Health Club, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Parking Fee, Trash, Sewer, and 3 more
Lot & zoning
- Zoning
- RESIDENTIAL
- Cross street
- S Prince
Included in the sale
- Inclusions
- Kitchen refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | Price reduced | $275,000 |
| May 14, 2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
This address was previously listed April 2026 and taken off the market without selling. A new listing restarts the days-on-market clock.
The NookLocal estimate
$326,000
Above the asking price by 18%.
Automated estimate, not an appraisal.
This home's sale history
- Sold August 2026$475,000
- Sold June 2026$385,000
- Sold February 2026$565,000
- Sold January 2026$400,000
- Sold December 2025$540,000
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $8,994 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$55,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$2,210/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,380
- Property taxes
- $750
- Home insurance (est.)
- $80
Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
Area statistics
School district
School District Of Lancaster
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Lancaster County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Lancaster County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
Map location
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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:12 PM EDT
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