638 St Joseph Street

Closed 12/15/25Virtual Tour
Closed 12/15/25Virtual Tour
Charming entrance with seasonal decor.
Urban home with classic appeal.
Inviting entryway/living room
Living room with warm wooden floors.
Living room
Dining area/extended living room
Dining area/extended living area
Charming kitchen with vibrant floral accents.
Stainless steel appliances
Charming kitchen with vintage flair.
Main floor functional laundry space.
Half bathroom area with laundry
Chic bedroom with elegant decor accents.
Bedroom 1
2nd floor full bath
Tropical oasis in a stylish bathroom retreat.
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Fenced in back yard
Charming backyard with autumn leaves.
Main Floor
Second Floor
Attic Bedroom
Basement
All levels
Sold
Last Sold Price
$255,000
4 beds1,686 sqft$151/sqft
638 St Joseph St, Lancaster, PA 17603
TownhouseProperty Type
1,742 sq ftLot Size
1887Year Built
$151/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This charming Colonial semi-detached home in the desirable Cabbage Hill neighborhood offers a perfect blend of historic character and modern convenience. With a major renovation completed in 2019, this home features a spacious layout with 1,686 sq. ft. of living space, including four inviting bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The heart of the home boasts a well-equipped kitchen with a built-in electric range, oven, and counter space, making meal preparation a delight. Enjoy the convenience of...This charming Colonial semi-detached home in the desirable Cabbage Hill neighborhood offers a perfect blend of historic character and modern convenience. With a major renovation completed in 2019, this home features a spacious layout with 1,686 sq. ft. of living space, including four inviting bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The heart of the home boasts a well-equipped kitchen with a built-in electric range, oven, and counter space, making meal preparation a delight. Enjoy the convenience of a main floor laundry area, complete with a washer and dryer. The hardwood and tile flooring throughout adds warmth and elegance. This home is not just a place to live; it's a canvas the start of home ownership. Experience the comfort and charm of this lovely residence, where every corner invites you to create lasting memories.
  • Listed by: Dawn Patrick 717.940.8626 dawn.patrick@c21homeadvisors.com • CENTURY 21 Home Advisors
Listing closed: 12/15/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PALA2079428

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$245,000

Avg days on market

63

Sale-to-list ratio

93.7%

Lancaster, PA

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Property Information for 638 St Joseph Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,951 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Lancaster County
  • Tax ID Number: 338-67619-0-0000
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 3
  • Furnished: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: CABBAGE HILL
  • Subdivision: CABBAGE HILL (LANCASTER PA)
  • Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Room Count: 9
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,686.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Good
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Lot Size: 0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
  • School District County ID: 300200397286
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: MCCASKEY H.S. (LANCASTER PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: 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: $96,300
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $280
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $83,800
  • Land Assessed Value: $12,500
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $2,453
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # 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
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # 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, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Flooring - Carpet
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2019
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,686.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,686.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,686.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8043/0477/7514/804304777514_512_384_WM_JWTU2BLVUCyX1EZN.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-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
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Fencing: Wood, Chain Link
  • Parcel ID: 4069692
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 638 St Joseph Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1923764040

$255,000

+4.6% / yr

Dec 15, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PALA2079428

$255,000—
Nov 17, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PALA2079428

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1923764040

$255,000

+4.6% / yr

12/15/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PALA2079428

$255,000
11/17/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PALA2079428

—

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

Public Records for 638 St Joseph Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,500Additions$83,800Total$96,300
Tax Record2026$3,979 ($332 / month)
Home Facts
Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,686 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,686 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,742 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1887ZoningR3CountyLANCASTERAPN338-67619-0-0000

Schools near 638 St Joseph Street

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

Jackson Middle School
Public6 to 8

McCaskey Campus
Public9 to 12

Phoenix Academy
Public6 to 12

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 638 St Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
$255,000
4
1,686
1,742
640 St Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
$130,000
3
1,660
1,742
636 Joseph Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
$40,000
3
1,134
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636 St Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
$58,000
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1,742
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