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Listing description

Built in 1927 to architectural designs attributed to C. Emlen Urban, with grounds laid out by Thomas W. Sears, Breeze Hill is a rare survival of an early-twentieth-century Lancaster estate where house and site were conceived as a single composition. The 1.54-acre plan, stone walls, and original circulation patterns remain intact. The house was built to substantial standards: exterior walls of three courses of solid brick with steel beam structural support, finished in stucco and stone beneath an original Peach Bottom slate roof. The foyer opens with heartwood flooring accented by inlaid tile, a grand staircase, crown molding, chair rail, and wainscoting. A powder room sits beneath the staircase. The formal dining room, entered through paned French doors, centers on a large bay window with a marble-surround fireplace framed by a window and a glass-front built-in. A connecting hallway with tile flooring and beadboard wainscoting leads to a butler's pantry with sink and built-in cabinetry, with access to a secondary staircase. The kitchen has granite countertops, extensive cabinetry, Sub-zero refrigerator and wine fridge, Thermador double ovens and gas cooktop, cast-iron sink, and a fireplace with original mantel - uncommon in a working kitchen. A bay window forms the breakfast nook; French doors open to the exterior. To the right of the foyer, a grand sitting room features hardwood flooring, crown molding, chair rail, recessed mantle art lighting, and a striking marble fireplace with detailed trim and wall sconces. French doors on either side open to a sunroom with brick tile flooring, floor-to-ceiling paned doors with transoms, stone accent wall, and built-ins. The sunroom flows into a wet bar with copper countertop, wine refrigerator, and vaulted ceilings. Beyond, the family room rises to cathedral ceilings with paneling, French doors flanking a stone fireplace, and upper-level windows. The main staircase ascends past a large window to a second-floor landing with sitting room or office and hardwood flooring, crown molding, and wainscoting. The primary suite includes a marble fireplace with finely milled mantel and a walk-in closet with custom built-ins; the recently renovated en-suite bath has a soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, double vanity, and vaulted ceilings. A laundry room with built-in cabinetry sits nearby. Additional bedrooms feature hardwood flooring and built-ins, served by a full bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub. The third floor is original to the house and fully habitable: hardwood flooring, architectural millwork, vaulted ceilings, and a full bath with clawfoot tub. Currently configured as library and art studio with cedar-lined storage. Major systems have been comprehensively updated and documented under current ownership: full-house rewire to modern 200-amp service with integrated smart dimmers by Stephen M. Daniels, 2023; high-efficiency natural gas boiler with four-zone hydronic distribution by Red Truck, 2024; interior plaster and ceiling restoration; and new pumps and heater for both an in-ground pool and spa. The 1.54-acre grounds were laid out by Thomas W. Sears and retain the stone walls, mature plantings, and circulation patterns of the original plan. A circular driveway centered by a brick island and framed by wrought iron fencing establishes the approach. The rear grounds are anchored by a heated Gunite pool and spa, professionally maintained, with a stone patio and brick outdoor fireplace, a raised patio with dual changing rooms, in-ground surround speakers, and flagstone pathways connecting the spaces. A three-car carriage garage sits at the end of the drive. Ideally situated along Lititz Pike, this property offers excellent visibility and easy access to major routes, Lancaster City, and nearby shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, making it a prime spot for both accessibility and connectivity.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full · 2 half
Living area
5,767 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Craftsman, Traditional
Year built
1927

Lot & parking

Lot size
1.55 acres (67,518 sq ft)
Garage
3 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$286
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2085302
County
Lancaster County
School district
Manheim Township
Days on market
62 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
May 7, 2026Listed for sale$1,650,000

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

$1,536,000

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

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Lancaster County assessment ratio, and this home's own February 2022 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
February 2022 for $1,200,000
About $1,539,457 in today's market
Current list price
$1,650,000
County assessment implies
$990,200
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$10,314/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
195 ESHELMAN RD, LANCASTER, PA 17601June 2026$1,889,0005/55,428$1,482,897
403 CARTER MOIR DR, LANCASTER, PA 17601August 2025$965,0005/35,031$1,109,433
2635 BEECHWOOD RD, LANCASTER, PA 17601November 2025$725,0005/34,979$976,411
1158 OAKMONT DR, LANCASTER, PA 17601February 2025$865,0005/35,188$1,122,300
78 OAKHILL DR, LITITZ, PA 17543May 2026$1,495,0005/35,367$1,770,980
117 CIRCLE RD, LANCASTER, PA 17601March 2026$605,0005/33,465$858,091

Sale history

DateEventPrice
February 2022Sold$1,200,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$11,697 / year

$975 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$11,697

School tax

MANHEIM TOWNSHIP · 17.63 mills (2025-26)

$8,729

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$1,585

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$1,383

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $495,100, well below the ~$825,000 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 $6,872/year. Worth pricing in.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($495,100, 2018 base year) × current millage. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 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

$330,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$9,739/mo

Principal & interest
$8,283
Property taxes (current rates)
$975
Home insurance (est.)
$481

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

Manheim Township

Academic index
72.3/100
Graduation rate
92.4%
PSSA ELA proficient
68.1%
PSSA Math proficient
60.2%

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 →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Lancaster County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:42 PM EDT

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