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Listing description

Welcome to 753 Locust Street! This meticulously cared-for 4-bedroom, 1-bath home offers classic charm, thoughtful updates, and a truly move-in-ready experience. Major components have already been updated, including the HVAC, roof, and hot water heater, giving you peace of mind from day one. The first floor offers a wonderful flow between the living room, dining room, and kitchen, creating an inviting layout for everyday living and entertaining. A beautiful wood-burning stove adds warmth and character to the living room, while the home's two staircases provide a unique and functional layout. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and access to a large balcony, a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. The third floor offers a private fourth bedroom, providing excellent flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Step outside and discover your own private oasis. The backyard is ready for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining and offers a wonderful extension of the home's living space. With its combination of updated major systems, spacious rooms, charming details, and low-maintenance, move-in-ready appeal, this home is one you won't want to miss. Conveniently located in Columbia Borough with easy access to Route 30, shopping, and dining this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level 21 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,775 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1900

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.06 acres (2,614 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$138
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2094282
County
Lancaster County
School district
Columbia Borough
Days on NookLocal
40 days

Interior features

Fireplace
1
Fireplace type
Wood
Basement
Full
Levels
2.5
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Permanent

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
On Street

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
113 RES: 1 FAM DWLG

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, New dishwasher in basement
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Oct 2, 2026Price reduced$244,400
—Price reduced$244,900
Aug 27, 2026Listed for sale$245,000

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

$244,000

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 October 2025 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
October 2025 for $245,000
About $249,715 in today's market
Current list price
$244,400
County assessment implies
$141,600
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$2,043/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
450 MANOR ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512June 2026$240,0004/11,720$243,934
227 N 3RD ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512May 2026$245,0004/11,886$247,602
239 S 8TH ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512November 2025$238,0004/11,827$236,347
548 CHERRY ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512November 2025$176,0004/11,835$174,837
1057 LOCUST ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512May 2026$295,0003/11,800$279,128
138 S 6TH ST, COLUMBIA, PA 17512March 2026$220,0004/11,882$213,125

Sale history

DateEventPrice
October 2025Sold$245,000

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$2,751 / year

≈ $229 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$2,723

+1.0% at current rates

School tax

COLUMBIA BOROUGH · 25.66 mills (2025-26)

$1,817

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$227

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$708

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $70,800, well below the ~$122,200 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 $1,483/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($70,800, 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

$48,880 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,527/mo

Principal & interest
$1,227
Property taxes (current rates)
$229
Home insurance (est.)
$71

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: October 6, 2026 at 8:13 AM EDT

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