Located in the heart of the Lancaster City Historic District. ½ block walk to Musser Park with Demuth Museum of Art. Just 5 blocks to the famous Lancaster City Market and the Lancaster County Government Centers. 145 East Chestnut Street is a 3-story Federal style masonry building built in 1900. The owner purchased the building when it was a law firm and spent years renovating each of the 3 levels, roof, major working systems and back gardens. Boasting an impressive 3,800. sq. ft. with extra high ceilings throughout and full basement. MAJOR UPGRADES: 2nd & 3rd Floors Renovated 2015, 1st Floor Renovated 2016, Transformed Yard into Garden 2015, Whole Property Repaint 2019, 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel - Kitchen Remodel - Appliances Updated 2023, Large Tree Removal and New Roof 2025. All city certifications up-to-date 10/2026. Level 1: a spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment outfitted with an included washer & dryer, large eat-in kitchen, access to the back gardens and the full basement. Levels 2 & 3: currently function as a massive 3-bedroom, 2-full bathroom unit, but could easily be finished into 2 separate units with the addition of a kitchenette and door. The owner planned on finishing the landing and 5' x 8' closet space at the top of the stairway into an efficient kitchenette with cabinetry above. Tying into the adjacent bathrooms new plumbing. The apartment is outfitted with an included washer & dryer, large eat-in kitchen and access to the back gardens. Off the Euro-modern kitchen is your own private upper-level walk down covered balcony perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening beverage. Host fun-filled gatherings in the spacious formal dining room. A convenient front to back walkway allows for a wall of windows pouring natural light into each level. As a wise investment property and/or primary residence, don't miss your chance to make it yours!
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Price
$424,900
Days On Site
202 Days
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,800 sqft
Total Baths
N/A
Full Baths
N/A
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
0.09 Acres
Year Built
1900
MLS Number
PALA2087006
Status
Pending
Property Tax
$7,875
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Estimated
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General Features
Acres
0.09
Foundation
Stone
Green Energy Efficient
AppliancesExposure/Shade
Number Of Stories
3
Parking
On StreetLighted
Property Sub Type
Duplex
Sewer
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances
Standard
SqFt Above
3800
SqFt Total
3800
Style
Traditional
Utilities
Sewer AvailableWater AvailableElectricity Available
Water Source
Public
Zoning
RES
Interior Features
Appliances
OvenCooktopElectric Water HeaterWasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Water HeaterENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Basement
Full
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)Window Unit(s)Electric
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Flooring
CarpetWoodCeramic TileHardwood
Heating
Natural GasRadiant
Interior
Eat-in KitchenCedar Closet(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Recessed LightingWalk-In Closet(s)Built-in Features
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