243 W Franklin Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 - Photo 1

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$265,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,100 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome home to this meticulously cared-for 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath gem in Ephrata Borough, perfectly positioned just minutes from local coffee shops, a nearby breweries and the charm of downtown shopping and dining. Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the character, featuring charming chestnut woodwork and classic built-ins that add warmth and timeless style. The updated kitchen offers a great blend of function and charm, and it flows nicely into the dining room, making everyday meals and entertaining easy. A large living room provides plenty of space to relax, gather, and make yourself at home. With four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, one on each level, there's room for everyone. The usable basement adds even more flexibility for a rec room, hobby space, home gym, or additional living area. And don't miss the third floor, a huge bedroom today, or easily convert it into an extra family room, playroom, or private retreat. Outside, enjoy the convenience of alley access with potential for future off-street parking. Pride of ownership shines throughout. This home has been lovingly maintained by a long-time owner and it truly shows. If you're looking for value, space, and an unbeatable borough location, you won't find a better buy in Ephrata.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 243 W Franklin St

General

Sold For: $265,000
Taxes: $3,424 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PALA2082538
Added to Site: 67 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Built-Ins, Dining Area, Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4
Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Deck(s)

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: Ephrata Boro (10526)
Municipality: EPHRATA BORO
County: LANCASTER
Subdivision: EPHRATA BOROUGH
Driving Directions: from Main St take S Oak St, left on W Franklin St, home on left

School Information

School District: Ephrata Area

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Brick, Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full
Foundation: Permanent
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,100
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 2,100 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,650 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 450 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1926
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Very Good, Good

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,614
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RHD
Fencing (Description): Wood

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $150.91
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $2,722
City/TownTax: $306
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $396
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $136,100
Tax Amount: $3,424
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1650

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: washer, dryer, TV mount in basement, tall wooden cabinet in back porch
Inclusions: Refrigerator

Listed by Kingsway Realty - Ephrata, Wendy L Stauffer
Sold by Iron Valley Real Estate, Nichole Lynn Shultz

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— 243 W Franklin St —

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Kingsway Realty - Ephrata

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Schools

Schools serving 243 W Franklin St

School District:Ephrata Area School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Fulton El School, Ephrata, PA 51 East Fulton Street, Ephrata, PA 17522	K-4	0.4 mi
Ephrata Middle School 957 Hammon Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522	7-8	0.7 mi
Ephrata Senior High School 803 Oak Boulevard, Ephrata, PA 17522	9-12	0.5 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 243 W Franklin St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/13/2026

Sold

$265,000

6.43%

MLS

1/31/2026

Listed

$249,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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243 W Franklin Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 (MLS# PALA2082538) is a Single Family property that was sold at $265,000 on March 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 243 W Franklin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ephrata? You can browse all Ephrata real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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