$247,000
3 bd|1 ba|1,356 sqft
19 Howard Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
For Sale
Listing description
Welcome to 42 Fairview Avenue! This charming twin-style Colonial is full of old-school character and potential. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors, a traditional galley-style kitchen, and bathrooms that complement the home's classic charm, this property offers a fantastic opportunity to bring new life to a timeless home. With some deep cleaning, cosmetic updates, and a little vision, this home could truly shine! Additional features include a backyard, small deck, and basement offering extra storage space. Whether you're an investor or a buyer looking to make a home your own, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Property is being sold strictly 100% AS-IS. Buyer is responsible for any required repairs, inspections, and certifications.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1 full · 1 half
- Living area
- 1,152 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
- Architectural style
- Colonial
- Year built
- 1936
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $190
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PALA2094610
- County
- Lancaster County
- School district
- School District Of Lancaster
- Days on NookLocal
- 8 days
Interior features
- Basement
- Full
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Other
- Foundation
- Permanent
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- None
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- On Street
Community
- Subdivision
- NONE AVAILABLE
Lot & zoning
- Zoning
- RESIDENTIAL
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Negotiable
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $219,000 |
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
$221,000
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
- $219,000
- County assessment implies
- $198,400
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 469 NEW DORWART ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | September 2026 | $235,000 | 2/1 | 1,216 | $227,694 |
| 628 4TH ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | August 2026 | $245,000 | 2/1 | 1,088 | $262,013 |
| 1208 UNION ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | July 2026 | $252,500 | 3/1 | 1,160 | $245,169 |
| 1231 HIGH ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | July 2026 | $274,000 | 3/1 | 1,160 | $265,396 |
| 139 CRYSTAL ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | July 2026 | $215,000 | 3/1 | 1,176 | $214,094 |
| 135 OLD DORWART ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | May 2026 | $140,250 | 3/1 | 1,126 | $149,294 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $4,218 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$43,800 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,515/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,099
- Property taxes
- $352
- Home insurance (est.)
- $64
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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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.
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Data last updated: October 22, 2026 at 8:11 PM EDT
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