$239,000
3 bd|1 ba|1,008 sqft
342 Hand Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
Listed by Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty
For Sale
Listing description
Historic character without historic compromises. Welcome to a beautifully renovated Lancaster City residence where timeless architecture meets modern living. Exposed brick, soaring ceilings, elegant recessed lighting, and thoughtfully updated finishes create a home that feels both sophisticated and inviting. One of this home's most exceptional features is its hard-to-find central heating and air, offering year-round comfort that is rarely found in Lancaster City's historic homes. Combined with the convenience of second-floor laundry, this home delivers the modern functionality today's buyers are searching for without sacrificing its original charm. Perfectly situated just a short walk from downtown's acclaimed restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and Central Market, you'll enjoy everything Lancaster City has to offer before returning home to your own quiet retreat. Beautifully restored. Completely move-in ready. A rare blend of character, comfort, and convenience.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,064 sq ft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Year built
- 1900
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.02 acres (871 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $235
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PALA2092854
- County
- Lancaster County
- School district
- School District Of Lancaster
- Days on NookLocal
- 15 days
Interior features
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Brick, Masonry
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Natural Gas
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- On Street
Community
- Subdivision
- NONE AVAILABLE
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 0.00 x 0.00
- Zoning
- RESIDENTIAL
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
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
$236,000
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
- $250,000
- County assessment implies
- $142,000
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 131 OLD DORWART ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | June 2026 | $220,000 | 2/1 | 1,086 | $216,283 |
| 134 LAUREL ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | June 2026 | $195,000 | 2/1 | 1,028 | $199,448 |
| 138 LAUREL ST, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | July 2026 | $235,000 | 2/1 | 1,108 | $227,481 |
| 738 MARIETTA AVE, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | April 2026 | $175,000 | 3/1 | 1,061 | $173,487 |
| 71 HERSHEY AVE, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | April 2026 | $216,000 | 2/1 | 986 | $212,890 |
| 520 LANCASTER AVE, LANCASTER, PA 17603 | July 2026 | $275,000 | 3/1 | 1,078 | $271,349 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $3,019 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$50,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,579/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,255
- Property taxes
- $252
- Home insurance (est.)
- $73
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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Data last updated: August 21, 2026 at 2:13 PM EDT
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