Description
Welcome to 257 w king street—a rare historic gem in lancaster city's downtown business district! one of only three remaining commercial buildings in the city showcasing the striking second gothic revival architectural style. with an exquisitely preserved, richly ornate brick façade dating back to circa 1898, this iconic structure once belonged to prominent jeweler and developer henry zahm rhoades and later served the community through generations of retail and residential uses.
today, this beautiful property offers endless possibilities with a first-floor commercial space perfect for a boutique, gallery, café, nail salon or office, plus two residential units above—a large 3-bedroom apartment spanning the second and third floors, and a charming studio. whether you're looking to live and work in the same building or invest in a unique income-producing property in downtown lancaster, you won't want to miss this opportunity!
conveniently located in the central business district, you're just steps away from central market, restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, the convention center, and more. plus, the property sits within the city revitalization & improvement zone (criz), which may offer financial incentives for acquisition, renovation, and business growth.
historic charm, modern opportunity. schedule your private tour today—properties like this don’t come around often!
Property Type
Multi-FamilyCounty
LANCASTERStyle
OtherAD ID
50005827
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public
Interior Features
- Basement Description: Unfinished
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Baseboard - Electric,Radiator
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Electric,Natural Gas
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1860
- Structure: Interior Row/Townhouse
- New Construction: No
- Total Units: 3
- Built: 1860
- Construction Material: Brick
- Foundation/Basement: Stone
- Architecture: Other
- Pool/Private: No Pool
Pool Information
- Pool: No Pool
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Water
- Water Heat: Electric
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 1,742
- Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Architectural Style: Other
- Main Square Feet: 1,742
Property Information
- SQ ft: 3,217
- SQ ft (Living Area): 3,217
- Total Lot SQ ft: 1,742
- Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Total Acreage: 0.04
- New Construction: No
- Type: Other
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Settlement
- Days Of Market: 0
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $8,174
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Settlement
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $204,400
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Parking Information
- Parking Type: On Street
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash,Conventional
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Going east on King St, property on left after you cross the intersection of Mulberry St/King St.
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- School District: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER
Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Electric,Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Electric
Location Information
- Direction: Going east on King St, property on left after you cross the intersection of Mulberry St/King St.
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 06/09/2025 @ 21:14
- MLS: PALA2070856
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is a Other, with 0 bedrooms which is recently sold, it has 0 sqft, 1,742 sized lot, and 0 parking. are nearby neighborhoods.