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Listing description

Welcome to 18 S. 4th Street, a well-maintained 4-bedroom, 1-bath home offering a great combination of comfort, functionality, and location. Major systems were upgraded in 2024, providing peace of mind and making this property an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors. The main level features a functional eat-in kitchen and inviting living spaces, while four bedrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, a home office, or additional flexibility. Outside, enjoy a sizeable fenced-in yard—a valuable feature for entertaining, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. Location is a major highlight. You'll be within walking distance of Columbia's restaurants, shopping, and the scenic river trail, making it easy to enjoy everything the community has to offer without getting in the car. Previously operated as a successful rental property, this home offers an attractive opportunity for investors looking for an established rental location or buyers seeking a home with strong potential. With its recent system upgrades, four bedrooms, fenced yard, and convenient Columbia Borough location, 18 S. 4th Street is one you won't want to miss!

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Upper level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level 22 bedrooms

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,304 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Other
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1870

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.04 acres (1,742 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$184
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2095172
County
Lancaster County
School district
Columbia Borough

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Water Heater
Flooring
Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior features
Bathroom - Tub Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops
Basement
Outside Entrance, Full
Laundry
Hookup, Upper Floor
Levels
2.5
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Fencing
Board

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
On Street

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
DC
Cross street
LOCUST

Included in the sale

Inclusions
REFRIGERATOR
Exclusions
STAGING ITEMS/ACCESSORIES
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 9, 2026Listed for sale$240,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

$224,000

Below the asking price by 7%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$1,166 / year

$97 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$1,154

+1.0% at current rates

School tax

COLUMBIA BOROUGH · 25.66 mills (2025-26)

$770

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$96

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$300

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $30,000, well below the ~$120,000 its asking price implies at Lancaster County's common level ratio (50.0%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $2,597/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($30,000, 2018 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Lancaster County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$48,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,372/mo

Principal & interest
$1,205
Property taxes (current rates)
$97
Home insurance (est.)
$70

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure 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

Columbia Borough

Academic index
30.4/100
Graduation rate
79.1%
PSSA ELA proficient
22.5%
PSSA Math proficient
14.5%

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.

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Data last updated: September 10, 2026 at 8:23 PM EDT

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