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814 N SHIPPEN STREET

LANCASTER , PA 17602

MLS#: PALA2077438

$479,900

Status: Active
Listing number: PALA2077438
Listing provided by: Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 17 days ago
On site: a month ago
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Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

None

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1900

Sq.Footage

2,592

Exceptional opportunity to own a well-maintained and updated two-family home in a prime location, perfect for investors seeking strong rental income or owner-occupants looking to offset mortgage costs. This turnkey property features a sunlit first-floor 1-bedroom unit with charming hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar, gas stove, and in-unit laundry. Currently rented month-to-month at $1,500/month, this unit offers immediate income with potential for future rent increases. The second-floor unit boasts two spacious bedrooms plus a flexible third room ideal for a home office, guest room, or media space. It features brand-new flooring throughout, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar, built-in dishwasher, and private in-unit laundry—making it completely move-in ready. The seller currently lives in the second unit and projected rents for this unit is $2,200+/month. Additional highlights include three off-street parking spaces, a detached one-car garage (with an EV Charging Station) for storage or added income, and separate utilities for each unit, allowing tenants to pay their own bills. All major appliances—refrigerators, washers, dryers, and more—are included in the sale. The property’s low-maintenance exterior and well-kept interior finishes reduce upkeep while maximizing appeal for tenants and owners alike. Located just minutes from the hospital, major highways, top restaurants, shopping centers, and the train station, this property offers exceptional commuter convenience and long-term value. Whether you're looking for a high-performing investment or a comfortable home with rental income, this multi-family residence checks all the boxes.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    N/A

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1859.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Electric

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Forced Air

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Construction Materials

    Brick, Block

  • Other Exterior Features

    Balcony

  • Parking

    Off Street, On Street, Garage, Detached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck, Patio, Porch

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Corner Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.06

  • Property Type

    Residential Income

  • Property Sub Type

    Duplex

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

Price

  • Sales Price

    $479,900

  • Tax Amount

    5563.0

  • Zoning

    Multi Family

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 592

  • Price/SqFt

    $185

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    MCCASKEY H.S.

Property Features

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Exceptional opportunity to own a well-maintained and updated two-family home in a prime location, perfect for investors seeking strong rental income or owner-occupants looking to offset mortgage costs. This turnkey property features a sunlit first-floor 1-bedroom unit with charming hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar, gas stove, and in-unit laundry. Currently rented month-to-month at $1,500/month, this unit offers immediate income with potential for future rent increases. The second-floor unit boasts two spacious bedrooms plus a flexible third room ideal for a home office, guest room, or media space. It features brand-new flooring throughout, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar, built-in dishwasher, and private in-unit laundry—making it completely move-in ready. The seller currently lives in the second unit and projected rents for this unit is $2,200+/month. Additional highlights include three off-street parking spaces, a detached one-car garage (with an EV Charging Station) for storage or added income, and separate utilities for each unit, allowing tenants to pay their own bills. All major appliances—refrigerators, washers, dryers, and more—are included in the sale. The property’s low-maintenance exterior and well-kept interior finishes reduce upkeep while maximizing appeal for tenants and owners alike. Located just minutes from the hospital, major highways, top restaurants, shopping centers, and the train station, this property offers exceptional commuter convenience and long-term value. Whether you're looking for a high-performing investment or a comfortable home with rental income, this multi-family residence checks all the boxes.

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