443 W James St

Lancaster, PA 17603

$395,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,611 Sq. Ft.
$151 / Sq. Ft.
2,611
Sq. Ft.
$151
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/15/26
Closed 5/15/26

Description

Well-maintained and updated 5 BD / 2 BA townhome in Lancaster's sought-after West End, within walking distance of Franklin & Marshall College and all that Lancaster City has to offer. Beautifully renovated while preserving the home's timeless character, featuring original chestnut trim, stained glass windows, wooden pocket doors in the formal living room, soaring 10-foot ceilings, and softwood floors throughout. A charming parlor with a tin ceiling, an impressive three-story main staircase, and a...Well-maintained and updated 5 BD / 2 BA townhome in Lancaster's sought-after West End, within walking distance of Franklin & Marshall College and all that Lancaster City has to offer. Beautifully renovated while preserving the home's timeless character, featuring original chestnut trim, stained glass windows, wooden pocket doors in the formal living room, soaring 10-foot ceilings, and softwood floors throughout. A charming parlor with a tin ceiling, an impressive three-story main staircase, and a rear staircase off the kitchen add to the home's architectural appeal. Modern updated kitchen and baths blend seamlessly with the historic details. The large fenced backyard creates a private urban oasis. This move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of character, space, and location.
  1. Listed by Karol A Symanowicz • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
    P: (717)-572-9997 ksymanowicz@homesale.com

Property Details for 443 West James Street

Tax ID Number
339-06587-0-0000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/15/2026 11:44 AM

Property Details for 443 West James Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PALA2081804
Days on Market77
Taxes$8,566 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyLancaster County
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Building Information for 443 West James Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1910Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

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Property Information for 443 West James Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
  • School District County ID: 300200397286
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: LANCASTER
  • MLS Area: Lancaster City (10533)
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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $208,800
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $607
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $174,000
  • City Town Tax: $2,639
  • Land Assessed Value: $34,800
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $5,319
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Balcony Access
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,611.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,611.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,611.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Composite
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8044/3982/0032/804439820032_512_384_WM_J8oG7htAxmMe6sGN.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Responsibility: City/County
  • Location Type: Urban
  • Parcel ID: 4071482
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: Double Entry
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Lancaster County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 443 West James Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 15, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

$395,000—
Apr 11, 2026

Pending

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

—
Mar 27, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

$414,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/15/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

$395,000
04/11/2026

Pending

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

—
03/27/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PALA2081804

$414,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 443 West James Street

Taxable ValueLand$34,800Additions$174,000Total$208,800
Tax Record2026$8,627 ($719 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,611 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,611 SqFtStories3Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1910ZoningR4CountyLANCASTERAPN339-06587-0-0000

Schools near 443 West James Street

This home is within Lancaster School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Thomas Wharton El School
Public - PK to 5
Reynolds Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
McCaskey Campus
Public - 9 to 12
Phoenix Academy
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thomas Wharton El School
PublicPK to 5

Reynolds Middle School
Public6 to 8

McCaskey Campus
Public9 to 12

Phoenix Academy
Public6 to 12

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