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$474,500
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Property Description
Some homes check boxes. Others tell a story. Welcome to this distinctive residence in Ephrata-said to be known locally as the Gerhart Mansion-where early 20th-century craftsmanship meets a level of character that's increasingly rare to find. The main home at 287 Duke St. offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 half baths, with standout architectural details throughout. American Chestnut floors and trim-a material no longer commercially available-bring warmth and richness to the space, complemented by glass door knobs and brass room number plates that remain from its past use as a bed & breakfast. Zoned Residential This sale is for 287 Duke St. (Main House) & 43 W. Walnut St. (Carriage House) Square footage is estimated & rooms reflect both structures. The home's layout reflects the scale and flow of its era, offering spacious, well-defined rooms ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, while maintaining a strong sense of identity throughout. Adding to its versatility, the property includes a separate dwelling at 43 W. Walnut St., creating opportunities for extended living, private guest space, or potential income (buyer to verify permitted uses). Properties like this are rare-where character, flexibility, and story all come together in one offering.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 287 Duke St
General
- Price: $474,500
- Taxes: $4,641 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALA2086720
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Built-Ins, 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Efficiency
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Oven - Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 4
- Upper - Full Baths: 4
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony, Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Ephrata Boro (10526)
- Municipality: EPHRATA BORO
- County: LANCASTER
- Subdivision: EPHRATA BOROUGH
- Driving Directions: corner of Duke & Walnut
School Information
- School District: Ephrata Area
- High School: Ephrata
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: Electric, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Stick Built
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Rubber, Slate
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 4,119
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 4,119 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 4,119 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,632
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RES HD
- Fencing (Description): Board, Vinyl
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $115.2
- School Tax: $3,615
- City/TownTax: $365
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $660
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $176,800
- Tax Amount: $4,641
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: all appliances at property, in good working condition & being sold as-is
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Schools
Schools serving 287 Duke St
School District:Ephrata Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Highland El School, Ephrata, PA 99 Highland Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522 | K-4 | 0.3 mi |
Ephrata Middle School 957 Hammon Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522 | 7-8 | 1.2 mi |
Ephrata Senior High School 803 Oak Boulevard, Ephrata, PA 17522 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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287 Duke Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 (MLS# PALA2086720) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 287 Duke Street is currently listed for $474,500 and was received on May 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 287 Duke 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.