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523 Locust Street

COLUMBIA, PA 17512
  • $329,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 15 Days
  • ID#: PALA2064986
Open House
$329,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 0.09
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 3,276
    SQFT
  • $100
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Townhouse
Built:
1861
County:

School Ratings & Info

School District:

Description

Stunning Historic Victorian with Endless Potential!This beautifully restored brick Victorian duplex offers 3,276 sq. ft. of flexible living space across three floors, blending historic charm with modern possibilities. With soaring 11 ceilings, spacious rooms, and original architectural details, this home is ready to be transformed into your dream residence.The thoughtfully reconfigured layout allows for a grand single-family home, multi-generational living, at-home office or business space or even an income-producing short-term rental. The property is zoned for residential & light business! Final renovations can be planned to provide an exciting opportunity to personalize the space to your needs and vision!Key Features:Grand first floor with massive windows, soaring ceilings and open flow between living and dining space with exposed brick, and a newly added powder room.Modernized kitchen featuring new cabinetry and a large island.Second floor includes a primary suite with potential an ensuite bath/dressing room, an additional bedroom or sitting area with exterior exit via private balcony and stairs, and bedroom with attached full bath.Third-floor expansion boasts a contemporary loft-style design with expansive views, a side porch. This space would suit home studio, offices or business spaces, multi-generation living space or 1-3 additional bedrooms. Plumbing is available for additional 1-2 baths.Detached 2-car garage for private parking and storage.Prime Location in Columbia!Situated in Columbias thriving historic district, this home is directly across from Locust Street Park and just steps from the towns vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment scene. Enjoy boutique shops, restaurants, breweries, antique stores, and easy access to River Park for outdoor adventures.Some mechanical updates are complete, but final finishes remain open for customization"allowing the new owner to create a one-of-a-kind home. Priced thoughtfully to reflect the remaining work that will personalize the space, this home offers incredible potential at an exceptional value.Dont miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Columbias history!

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523 Locust Street COLUMBIA, PA 17512

  • Price: $329,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 15 Days
  • ID#: PALA2064986
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.09
Acres
3,276
SQFT
$100
$/SQFT
1861
Built
Neighborhood:
None Available
County:
Lancaster
Area:
Columbia Boro (10511)
School District:
Columbia Borough
Property Description
Stunning Historic Victorian with Endless Potential!This beautifully restored brick Victorian duplex offers 3,276 sq. ft. of flexible living space across three floors, blending historic charm with modern possibilities. With soaring 11 ceilings, spacious rooms, and original architectural details, this home is ready to be transformed into your dream residence.The thoughtfully reconfigured layout allows for a grand single-family home, multi-generational living, at-home office or business space or even an income-producing short-term rental. The property is zoned for residential & light business! Final renovations can be planned to provide an exciting opportunity to personalize the space to your needs and vision!Key Features:Grand first floor with massive windows, soaring ceilings and open flow between living and dining space with exposed brick, and a newly added powder room.Modernized kitchen featuring new cabinetry and a large island.Second floor includes a primary suite with potential an ensuite bath/dressing room, an additional bedroom or sitting area with exterior exit via private balcony and stairs, and bedroom with attached full bath.Third-floor expansion boasts a contemporary loft-style design with expansive views, a side porch. This space would suit home studio, offices or business spaces, multi-generation living space or 1-3 additional bedrooms. Plumbing is available for additional 1-2 baths.Detached 2-car garage for private parking and storage.Prime Location in Columbia!Situated in Columbias thriving historic district, this home is directly across from Locust Street Park and just steps from the towns vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment scene. Enjoy boutique shops, restaurants, breweries, antique stores, and easy access to River Park for outdoor adventures.Some mechanical updates are complete, but final finishes remain open for customization"allowing the new owner to create a one-of-a-kind home. Priced thoughtfully to reflect the remaining work that will personalize the space, this home offers incredible potential at an exceptional value.Dont miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Columbias history!
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Victorian Construction Materials BrickCast Iron PlumbingMixed Plumbing Exterior Features Outbuilding(s) Garage Spaces 2.00 Garage Type Garage - Rear Entry Garage YN Yes Location Type Other Lot Features InteriorRoad Frontage Other Structures Garage(s) Parking Types Detached GarageOn Street Patio And Porch Features Porch(es) Pool No Pool Property Condition Very Good Road Responsibility City/County Roof AsphaltRubber Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 3276 Appliances Built-In RangeCooktopDishwasherDryerMicrowaveOven - WallRefrigeratorWasherWater Heater Basement Interior AccessPartially FinishedSide EntranceSpace For Rooms Basement YN Yes Below Grade Unfinished Area 1092 Cooling None Fireplace Features Non-Functioning Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 4 Flooring CarpetTile/BrickWood Heating Hot Water Heating YN Yes Inclusions RefrigeratorWasherDryer Interior Features Crown MoldingsDining AreaKitchen - IslandUpgraded CountertopsWainscottingWood Floors Laundry Type Has Laundry Levels 3 Room List Living RoomDining RoomSitting RoomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4KitchenBedroom 1Bonus Room Upper Level1 Bedrooms 2 Walls Ceilings 9'+ CeilingsBrickDry WallPlaster Walls

Property Features

Acceptable Financing CashConventionalVA Accessibility Features None Association YN No Central Air YN No Condo YN No Cooling Fuel None Cross Street N 5th Street Electric 200+ Amp Service Federal Flood Zone YN No Foundation Details Stone Heating Fuel Natural Gas Available Historic YN Yes Hot Water Natural Gas Municipality COLUMBIA BORO Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 803660410984 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type Twin/Semi-Detached Tax Annual Amount 4102.00 Utilities Electric AvailableNatural Gas AvailablePhone Available Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Zoning COM/RESI

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©2025 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or JW Real Estate, LLC. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2025-03-15T23:51:16.71.
 
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