For SaleOpen House72d on marketOpen HouseHistoric · 116 yrs
443 W James St
Lancaster, PA, 17603 • Chestnut Hill • Lancaster County
$414,900
$159/sqft
-$25,000 since Mar 27, 2026
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
2Baths
2,611Sqft
0.1 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
None Available
Chestnut Hill
Outdoor Living
Porch
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 72 days ago · 2,202 views · 79 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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72 days on market
Established listing
$159/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1910 · Historic
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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights original chestnut trim, beautifully renovated, and large fenced backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,576/month
Principal & Interest$2,023
Property Tax$415
Insurance$138
Down payment20% ($82,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.16% rate · 30yr fixed · $331,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1910
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot4,356 sqft
Days on Zillow72 Days
Price/sqft$159
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1910
Stories3
Systems
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Electric
RoofComposition
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementUnfinished
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodChestnut Hill
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$8,566
Parcel3390658700000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Plaster Walls
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Oven/Range - Electric
Refrigerator
Washer
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Heating
Radiator
Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Electric
Laundry
Upper Level
Laundry Room
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Urban
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Cable Connected
Cable
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
13 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
Upper15×11 ft165 sqft
Bedroom2
Upper11×11 ft121 sqft
Bedroom3
Upper12×11 ft132 sqft
Balcony Access
Bedroom4
Upper16×10 ft160 sqft
Bedroom5
Upper11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring - Carpet
Bathroom1
UpperListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market72
Est. rent$2,308/mo
Tax rate1.24%
Price/sqft$159
On marketJan 27, 2026
PostedJan 27, 2026
Last sold$246,000
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,202
Favorites79
How are the schools in Lancaster?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lancaster, PA, 17603
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 27, 2026Price Change$414,900$159Bright MLS
Feb 13, 2026Price Change$439,900$168Bright MLS
Jan 27, 2026Listed For Sale$460,000$176Bright MLS
Jul 7, 2016Sold$246,000$94Public Record
Apr 30, 2016Listed For Sale$250,000$96Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Aug 19, 2014Sold$215,000$82Public Record
May 20, 2014Listed For Sale$215,000$82Prudential Homesale Services Group
Dec 11, 2009Sold$165,000$63Public Record
Jul 1, 2009Listing Removed$164,900$63Owner
May 6, 2009Price Change$164,900$63Owner
Feb 25, 2009Listed For Sale$169,000$65Owner
Dec 17, 2008Listing Removed$179,900$69Number1Expert
Oct 2, 2008Price Change$179,900$69Number1Expert
Jul 26, 2008Price Change$174,900$67Coldwell Banker**
May 18, 2008Listed For Sale$179,900$69Coldwell Banker**
Oct 31, 2005Sold$120,000$46Public Record
Price Change$414,900
Mar 27, 2026•$159/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$439,900
Feb 13, 2026•$168/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$460,000
Jan 27, 2026•$176/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$246,000
Jul 7, 2016•$94/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$250,000
Apr 30, 2016•$96/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Sold$215,000
Aug 19, 2014•$82/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$215,000
May 20, 2014•$82/sqft•Prudential Homesale Services Group
Sold$165,000
Dec 11, 2009•$63/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$164,900
Jul 1, 2009•$63/sqft•Owner
Price Change$164,900
May 6, 2009•$63/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$169,000
Feb 25, 2009•$65/sqft•Owner
Listing Removed$179,900
Dec 17, 2008•$69/sqft•Number1Expert
Price Change$179,900
Oct 2, 2008•$69/sqft•Number1Expert
Price Change$174,900
Jul 26, 2008•$67/sqft•Coldwell Banker**
Listed For Sale$179,900
May 18, 2008•$69/sqft•Coldwell Banker**
Sold$120,000
Oct 31, 2005•$46/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$8,350$208,800
Apr 9, 2024$8,262$208,800
Apr 9, 2023$8,123$208,800
Apr 9, 2022$7,785$208,800
Apr 9, 2021$7,785$208,800
Apr 9, 2020$608$208,800
Apr 9, 2019$7,504$208,800
Apr 9, 2018$608$208,800
Apr 9, 2017$4,534$98,700
Apr 9, 2016$4,492$98,700
Apr 9, 2015$3,493$98,700
Apr 9, 2014$3,493$98,700
Apr 9, 2013—$98,700
Apr 9, 2012—$98,700
Apr 9, 2011—$98,700
Apr 9, 2010—$98,700
Apr 9, 2009—$98,700
Apr 9, 2007—$98,700
Apr 9, 2006—$98,700
Apr 9, 2005—$98,700
Apr 9, 2004—$92,400
Apr 9, 2003—$92,400
Apr 9, 2002—$92,400
Apr 9, 2000—$92,400
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Lancaster, PA • Lancaster County
Nearby neighborhoods
Cabbage HillChestnut HillConestoga HeightsEast SideMussertownProspect HeightsRohrerstownRossStevensWest End
Nearby cities
ColumbiaDenverElizabethtownEphrataLancasterLititzManheimMount Joy
Nearby zip codes
17504175371757517584175851760117602176031761117622
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