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Listing description

Welcome to 54 S 8th Street, a beautifully remodeled Columbia home where original character meets thoughtful modern updates. Refinished hardwood floors add warmth and timeless appeal throughout the spacious living areas, including a large living room with plenty of room for entertaining. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, attractive countertops, a stylish backsplash, modern appliances, and a portable island that provides added workspace and flexibility. Just beyond the kitchen, a convenient first-floor laundry and remodeled powder room make everyday living easier. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated, generously sized full bathroom featuring a tub-and-shower combination. Outside, enjoy a covered rear porch and private deck—an inviting space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing at the end of the day. Located near Columbia’s downtown shops, restaurants, antique destinations, and the Susquehanna River, with convenient access to the Northwest River Trail and Turkey Hill Experience, this move-in-ready home offers character, comfort, and a location connected to everything Columbia has to offer. Interested in a lower payment? This home may qualify for the next buyer to assume the current loan subject to approval by seller and FHA.

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 level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  3. Upper level 21 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,702 sq ft
Heating
Radiator, Baseboard - Electric, Summer/Winter Changeover
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Colonial, Traditional
Year built
1900

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,307 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$129
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2095102
County
Lancaster County
School district
Columbia Borough
Days on NookLocal
2 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Flooring
Solid Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior features
Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Basement
Full, Interior Access, Unfinished
Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Roof
Slate, Architectural Shingle
Foundation
Brick/Mortar, Stone
Exterior features
Gutter System
Patio & porch
Deck(s), Porch(es)
Windows
Double Hung, Double Pane
Fencing
Wood
View
City, Street

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas, S/W Changeover, Tankless
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Internet
Broadband, Cable, Fixed Wireless, LTE

Parking

Parking
On Street

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
HDR
Cross street
Ridge Ave

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, washer and dryer
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 18, 2026Listed for sale$220,000

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

$223,000

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 June 2021 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
June 2021 for $182,000
About $246,749 in today's market
Current list price
$220,000
County assessment implies
$225,400
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,253/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
852 BLUNSTON ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512March 2026$144,0003/11,582$153,508
656 WALNUT ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512July 2026$270,0004/11,729$265,824
662 WALNUT ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512September 2026$285,0003/21,759$269,242
727 WALNUT ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512September 2026$59,9004/11,760$57,647
150 S 8TH ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512July 2026$237,5003/11,534$256,914
728 WALNUT ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512June 2026$241,0003/11,530$256,605

Sale history

DateEventPrice
June 2021Sold$182,000
January 2021Sold$102,000

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$4,380 / year

$365 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$4,335

+1.0% at current rates

School tax

COLUMBIA BOROUGH · 25.66 mills (2025-26)

$2,892

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$361

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$1,127

Recomputed from the county assessment ($112,700, 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

$44,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,533/mo

Principal & interest
$1,104
Property taxes (current rates)
$365
Home insurance (est.)
$64

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 20, 2026 at 2:16 PM EDT

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