$385,000
3 bd|1.5 ba|2,028 sqft
1226 W Lexington Rd, Manheim, PA 17545
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
Pending1 of 32
Listing description
Welcome to 531 College Avenue, a classic brick two-story home in one of Elizabethtown’s most desirable in-town locations. Situated across from the college campus and just minutes to downtown shops, dining, and community events. This home offers timeless character and everyday convenience. Inside, you will find beautiful hardwood floors, rich wood moldings, solid wood doors, and the kind of craftsmanship that gives an older home warmth and personality. With 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 2 half baths, and spacious main living areas, the home offers a clean, solid feel and an opportunity to enjoy its charm just as it is or update it over time to match your personal style. The professionally cleaned interior, strong natural character, and convenient setting make this a rare opportunity to own a well-located Elizabethtown home with lasting appeal.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1 full · 2 half
- Living area
- 2,061 sq ft
- Heating
- Radiator, Hot Water
- Cooling
- Wall Unit
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Detached
- Architectural style
- Colonial
- Year built
- 1938
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.46 acres (20,038 sq ft)
- Garage
- 1 space
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $188
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PALA2090634
- County
- Lancaster County
- School district
- Elizabethtown Area
- Days on market
- 13 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Listed for sale | $387,900 |
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
$382,000
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
- $387,900
- County assessment implies
- $447,800
- Est. property taxes at today's rates
- $5,258/yr
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 334 E HIGH ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | June 2026 | $335,000 | 3/1 | 2,163 | $354,274 |
| 605 GROFF AVE, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | June 2026 | $391,200 | 3/2 | 2,153 | $368,673 |
| 925 S SPRUCE ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | February 2026 | $355,000 | 3/2 | 2,182 | $348,146 |
| 18 SPRING GARDEN ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | October 2025 | $341,000 | 3/1 | 1,908 | $379,194 |
| 643 HAMPDEN RD, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | October 2024 | $350,000 | 3/1 | 2,024 | $349,637 |
| 224 N CHESTNUT ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022 | June 2026 | $350,000 | 4/2 | 2,075 | $316,712 |
Estimated taxes
Estimated at current rates
$6,736 / year
≈ $561 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$6,932
-2.8% at current rates
School tax
ELIZABETHTOWN AREA · 20.28 mills (2025-26)
$4,542
County tax
Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)
$717
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$1,478
Recomputed from the county assessment ($223,900, 2018 base year) × current millage. 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
$77,580 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$2,622/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,947
- Property taxes (current rates)
- $561
- Home insurance (est.)
- $113
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
Elizabethtown Area
- Academic index
- 62.2/100
- Graduation rate
- 91.2%
- PSSA ELA proficient
- 53.2%
- PSSA Math proficient
- 56.5%
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 →
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.
Map location
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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:41 PM EDT
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