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Listing description

Tucked away at the end of a long driveway on 2 1/2 acres, 187 Ridge Avenue offers a setting that feels private, peaceful, and made to be enjoyed! Built in 1999 and lovingly cared for by the same owners since, this three bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom home is filled with warmth and character, featuring soaring ceilings, large Andersen casement windows, a skylight, and a wood burning fireplace in the living room. Just off the living room, a spiral staircase leads to an unexpected play area or flex space, perfect for a home office, hobby space, reading nook, or whatever fits your lifestyle. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, a hardwood topped island, and luxury vinyl tile installed in 2024. A bright sunroom surrounded by windows and a convenient half bath complete the first floor. Upstairs, all three bedrooms feature vaulted ceilings, including a spacious primary suite with a walk in closet and private ensuite bath with a walk in shower and separate water closet. A second full bath, generous closet space, pull down attic storage, and even a laundry chute add everyday convenience! The finished lower level provides even more living space with a daylight walkout to the backyard, cedar closet, laundry area, and plenty of additional storage. Outside is where this property truly sets itself apart! The beautifully landscaped 2 1/2 acres feature a spring fed pond with a natural drain, gazebo, large fire pit, tire swing, and an approximately 900 foot wooded loop trail perfect for walking, exploring, or four wheeling. There is plenty of space to get outside and truly enjoy the property. A detached two car garage with additional storage above, shed, and back deck with a remote controlled Sunsetter awning add even more versatility to this incredible property. The gazebo, shed, and garage all received new roofs in late 2024. With its tucked away setting, unique interior character, finished living space, pond, trails, and acreage, this property offers so much more than just a place to call home. Adventure awaits at 187 Ridge Avenue! Call today to schedule your private tour!

Rooms by level

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

  1. Main level1 half bath
  2. Upper level3 bedrooms · 2 full baths

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full · 1 half
Living area
3,073 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1999

Lot & parking

Lot size
2.5 acres (108,900 sq ft)
Garage
4 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$218
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2095716
County
Lancaster County
School district
Ephrata Area
Days on NookLocal
2 days

Interior features

Fireplace
1
Basement
Daylight, Full, Partially Finished
Levels
2.5
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Vinyl Siding
Foundation
Permanent

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage type
Additional Storage Area
Total spaces
8
Driveway spaces
4

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Kitchen Fridge
Exclusions
Washer/dryer, Garage fridge/freezer, gazebo furniture, 'cat shed' out front & garden fence out front.
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 18, 2026Listed for sale$669,000

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

Estimated value

$647,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Lancaster County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$669,000
County assessment implies
$717,200
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$8,320/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
367 RIDGE AVE, EPHRATA, PA 17522August 2026$480,0004/23,024$578,227
69 MISTY LN, EPHRATA, PA 17522June 2026$500,0003/23,192$535,378
24 AMBER LN, EPHRATA, PA 17522May 2026$550,0004/23,203$573,477
14 HAZELWOOD CIR, EPHRATA, PA 17522November 2025$435,0004/22,856$526,953
244 HEMLOCK RD, EPHRATA, PA 17522August 2026$440,0004/23,104$509,226
1 CARRIAGE LN, EPHRATA, PA 17522August 2026$500,0004/22,854$591,704

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$8,811 / year

$734 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$9,062

-2.8% at current rates

School tax

EPHRATA AREA · 20.00 mills (2025-26)

$7,172

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$1,148

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$491

Recomputed from the county assessment ($358,600, 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

$133,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$4,288/mo

Principal & interest
$3,358
Property taxes (current rates)
$734
Home insurance (est.)
$195

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

Ephrata Area

Academic index
66/100
Graduation rate
90.3%
PSSA ELA proficient
51.5%
PSSA Math proficient
44.8%

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 20, 2026 at 2:24 AM EDT

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