505 Locust Street, Columbia, PA 17512-1225 $185,000

Beds/Baths: 4/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,212
Acreage: 0.08
Age:124 years
Style:
Victorian
MLS#: PALA2061860
Subdivision: Columbia Borough
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse

Description

WELCOME to 505 Locust Street in Columbia Boro! A solid victorian home overlooking Locust Street Park this property has strong bones and boasts loads of architectural charm. Built in 1900, this historic gem boasts high ceilings, original millwork, marble fireplace, & original wood flooring throughout. Currently hosting two 2/bed/1bath units. The 30X120 lot is deep with detached garage and potential for two car parking. With a sizable side & back yard plus huge basement with exterior access. The possibilities are plenty for this unique property! Ability to convert back to a one family residence would be a breeze. The location offers a distinct blend of urban convenience and peaceful small town living. Columbia is a charming river town, 20 minute ride west from Lancaster City. And a 5-10 min drive to bucolic Washington Boro with loads of organic farming and groceries. Boasting serious historical distinction the town has multiple vintage warehouses to browse. With a posh new hotel approved to be built and established businesses like Prince Street Cafe and The Common Wheel bicycle shop setting up shop on the commercial corridor. The town is certainly ripe for further development. The home is located steps from the Columbia Public Library and Columbia commercial corridor. With a quick 5 min commute to arterial Rt. 30. Blocks from the entrance to the North West River trail and the Columbia River Crossing on the Susquehanna River. As well as local access to the Conestoga River and thousands of public acres of woods, streams, kayaking, fishing and biking/hiking trails. The home is in need of a cosmetic renovation so bring your creative plans and make this a one of a kind residence in an amazing appreciating area!

Taxes: $4,069
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Columbia Borough
Mid. School: Columbia Junior/Senior High School High School: Columbia Junior/Senior

Features

Utilities
Radiator Heating, Natural Gas, Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry, Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available

Garage/Parking
Other

Interior
Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wainscotting, Wood Floors, Full Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Side Entrance Basement, Wood Flooring, Marble Fireplace, Plaster Walls

Exterior
Stone Foundation, Flat Roof, Rubber Roof, Brick Exterior, Masonry, Balcony, Patio(s), Secure Storage, Street Lights

Lot
Park/Greenbelt, Chain Link Fence

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Public Elementary (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Park Elementary School Columbia Borough School District K–4 Columbia 0.13 mi
Wrightsville Elementary School Eastern York School District K–5 Wrightsville 1.91 mi
Donegal Intermediate School Donegal School District 3–6 Marietta 3.05 mi
Farmdale Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 Mount Joy 3.14 mi
Mountville Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 Mountville 3.98 mi
Donegal Primary School Donegal School District K–2 Mount Joy 4.35 mi
Central Manor Elementary School Penn Manor School District K–6 Washington Boro 4.63 mi
Canadochly Elementary School Eastern York School District K–5 East Prospect 4.72 mi

Public Middle (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus Columbia Borough School District 5–6 Columbia 0.43 mi
Columbia Middle School Hill Campus Columbia Borough School District 7–8 Columbia 0.81 mi
Eastern York Middle School Eastern York School District 6–8 Wrightsville 3.37 mi
Donegal Junior High School Donegal School District 7–8 Mount Joy 4.11 mi

Public High (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Columbia High School Columbia Borough School District 9–12 Columbia 0.81 mi
Eastern York High School Eastern York School District 9–12 Wrightsville 3.25 mi
Donegal High School Donegal School District 9–12 Mount Joy 4.35 mi

Private (10 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Our Lady Of Angels Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Columbia 0.16 mi
Our Lady Of The Angels School Roman Catholic K–8 Columbia 0.16 mi
Little People Daycare Nonsectarian K Columbia 1.01 mi
Prospect Grove High School Nonsectarian 9–12 Columbia 2.45 mi
Susquehanna Waldorf School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Marietta 3.28 mi
Sonlight River Brethren School Brethren 1–12 Mount Joy 3.31 mi
Dayspring Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Mountville 3.91 mi
New Story Nonsectarian K–12 Mountville 4.62 mi
Eby Chiques School Amish 1–8 Mount Joy 4.78 mi
Kraybill Mennonite School Mennonite Preschool–8 Mount Joy 4.87 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Columbia (17512), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 24
  • Average salary of people in this community: $42,504

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 852
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.41
  • Households w/ Children: 57%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 4,478 (56.6%)
  • Rented: 2,856 (36.1%)
  • Vacant: 581 (7.3%)
  • Total: 7,915

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 18,027
Households: 7,334
Median Age: 39.30

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 5.1%
  • Some High School: 10.0%
  • High School Graduate: 42.1%
  • Some College: 16.4%
  • Associate Degree: 7.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 13.4%
  • Graduate Degree: 5.5%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $48,197

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $539
  • One Bedroom: $705
  • Two Bedroom: $818
  • Three Bedroom: $1,061
  • Four Bedroom: $1,293

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (267) 435-8015, marianne.dillon@compass.com

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505 Locust Street, Columbia, PA 17512-1225

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