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$320,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Duplex
  • 1,961 Sq. Ft.
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Looking for a home that pays you back? This semi-detached two-unit property in Columbia, PA delivers the flexibility every savvy buyer craves-whether you're house hacking your way to financial freedom or adding a reliable rental to your portfolio. Unit 1 (First Floor) : 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with a bright and practical layout and side porch. Private in-unit laundry (no coins, no waiting, no excuses). Unit 2 (Second & Third Floors) : 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room on the 3rd floor (office, playroom, or "Netflix cave"), 2nd floor balcony for morning coffee or "escape-the-roommate" breaks. Dedicated laundry (yes, both units have their own!) Bonus Points: Off-street parking-no more circling the block like a vulture , Semi-detached = less noise, more privacy Think about it: Live downstairs while your upstairs tenant pays for your mortgage, Wi-Fi, and maybe even your Friday night takeout habit. Or, skip the house hack and let both units bring in steady rent while you collect passive income like a pro. Why Columbia, PA? Columbia isn't just any small town-it's got personality. Sitting pretty along the Susquehanna River, you can kayak by day and grab a craft beer by night. Antique shops, art galleries, and quirky local eateries line the downtown streets, while hiking trails and scenic overlooks are just minutes away. And with Lancaster and York a quick drive in either direction, you get the best of both worlds: small-town charm with big-city access.

Full Property Details for 20 N 5th St

General

  • Sold For: $320,000
  • Taxes: $3,891 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Duplex
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PALA2075730
  • Added to Site: 198 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 8

Rooms

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Washer In Unit, Has Laundry

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Off Street

Location

  • Area: Columbia Boro (10511)
  • Municipality: COLUMBIA BORO
  • County: Lancaster
  • Driving Directions: N Front St , Right onto Locust , Left onto N 5th

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Stories/Levels: 0
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 1,961
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,961 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,961 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

  • Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
  • 2 Bedroom Units: 2

Unit 1

  • Unit Description: Unit 1
  • Bedrooms: 2

Unit 2

  • Unit Description: Unit 2
  • Bedrooms: 2

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,178
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $165.73
  • School Tax: $2,589
  • County Tax: $293
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $100,900
  • Tax Amount: $3,891
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Standard Sale
  • Owner Pays: Sewer, Trash Collection
  • Landlord Pays: Sewer, Trash Collection
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1961

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Tenant owned appliances
  • Inclusions: Seller owned appliances

Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster, Kathryn Mardis
Sold by Keller Williams of Central PA, LAWRENCE E HOLLEY III

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— 20 N 5th St —

  • Kathryn Mardis

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster

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Schools serving 20 N 5th St

School District:Columbia Borough School District
NameGradesDistance
Columbia Junior-Senior High School
901 Ironville Pike, Columbia, PA 17512
9-120.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 20 N 5th St

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$320,000
-1.54%
MLS
9/02/2025
Listed
$325,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate of Lancaster, Kathryn Mardis
Sold by Keller Williams of Central PA, LAWRENCE E HOLLEY III

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20 N 5th Street, Columbia, PA 17512 (MLS# PALA2075730) is a Duplex property that was sold at $320,000 on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 20 N 5th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Columbia? You can browse all Columbia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.