1261 W Princess St

1,637 Sq. Ft.
$134 / Sq. Ft.
1,637
Sq. Ft.
$134
per Sq. Ft.

Description

From the moment you step through the door, this West York home simply feels right. There’s a warmth and familiarity that can’t be manufactured. The kind that only comes from a house that’s been genuinely loved and carefully lived in for decades. Owned and cherished by the same family for nearly 30 years, this property is now ready to welcome its next caring owner. Built in 1929 and wrapped in classic brick, this two-story home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Offering 1,637 square...From the moment you step through the door, this West York home simply feels right. There’s a warmth and familiarity that can’t be manufactured. The kind that only comes from a house that’s been genuinely loved and carefully lived in for decades. Owned and cherished by the same family for nearly 30 years, this property is now ready to welcome its next caring owner. Built in 1929 and wrapped in classic brick, this two-story home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Offering 1,637 square feet of finished living space, the layout includes three bedrooms, perfect for a home office, creative space, or cozy retreat. A fully finished basement adds an incredible space for the game or family activities. One standout feature is the extra full bathroom, a rare and meaningful advantage compared to other homes on the street making daily routines and entertaining far more convenient. A detached garage provides off-street parking or additional storage,

Located within West York Area School District, this is a home that offers both community and convenience the kind of place where neighbors know each other and pride of ownership is clear. This isn’t just a house it’s a home with history, heart, and the space to create the next chapter.
  1. Listed by Kev Orwig • Keller Williams Keystone Realty
    P: (717)-318-6679 korwig@kw.com

Property Details for 1261 West Princess Street

Tax ID Number
88-000-03-0122-00-00000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Side-by-Side, Other, Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/22/2026 09:57 AM

Property Details for 1261 West Princess Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PAYK2096508
Days on Market11
Taxes$3,452 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,627 SF
CountyYork County

Location

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Building Information for 1261 West Princess Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1929Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,627 SF

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Property Information for 1261 West Princess Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WEST YORK AREA
  • School District County ID: 300200396680
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: YORK
  • MLS Area: West York Boro (15288)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $69,780
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $481
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $1,151
  • Land Assessed Value: $0
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 102
  • Section: WEST YOR
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 0122
  • School Tax: $1,819
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,637.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 10911004
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: Other
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1261 West Princess Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 12, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1932082744

$219,000
Mar 12, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAYK2096508

$219,000
Mar 12, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAYK2096508

$218,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/12/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1932082744

$219,000
03/12/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAYK2096508

$219,000
03/12/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAYK2096508

$218,000

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Public Records for 1261 West Princess Street

Taxable ValueLand$20,960Additions$48,820Total$69,780
Tax Record2025$3,487 ($291 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,637 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,637 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,614 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929ZoningRSCountyYORKAPN88-000-03-0122.00-00000

Schools near 1261 West Princess Street

This home is within West York Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lincolnway El School
Public2 to 3

West York Area Middle School
Public6 to 8

West York Area High School
Public9 to 12

Trimmer El School
Public2 to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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