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Property Description
Designed for gracious living and unforgettable entertaining, welcome home to The James Rose House in School Lane Hills. Steeped in history and architectural distinction, it was featured in the 1891 publication Art Work of Lancaster and more recently highlighted in the prestigious C Emlen Urban Book. Set on an expansive one-acre lot, this magnificent all-brick manor offers over 5,000 square feet of elegant living with 7 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. Thoughtfully remodeled, the main home spans three beautifully finished levels and showcases 5 fireplaces, 2 staircases, soaring ceilings, coffered ceilings, graceful arches, built-ins, and extraordinary millwork. A warm and inviting formal entry hall features stunning wood floors, sweeping staircase, and dramatic stone fireplace with elegant sightlines to the sunroom, living room, music room, and formal dining room with new marble fireplace surround accented with hand-cast tiles. The spacious walk-in butler's pantry leads to the freshly updated kitchen, with beautiful cabinetry, lighting, island, and a commercial-grade range. The second floor offers 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a serene primary suite with a sitting area, fireplace, convenient laundry room, and a newly renovated ensuite bath. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the third floor-perfect for guests, offices, or creative pursuits. A detached carriage house adds exceptional flexibility with 2 bedrooms and over 1,200 sq ft of additional living space, while the expansive grounds offer ample room for a future pool or tennis courts, completing the estate-like setting. Ideally located near Lancaster Country Day School, Franklin & Marshall College, parks, dining, shopping, and entertainment, this remarkable property offers convenience with an oasis of serenity and privacy. Opportunities like this rarely come along. Don't miss your chance to make this exceptional home yours! (*See floor plans under documents section). **Please provide minimum 24-hour notice for all showings, as Carriage House is currently occupied by caretaker.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1021 Marietta Ave
General
- Sold For: $975,000
- Taxes: $21,245 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALA2082930
- Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Window Treatments, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Attic, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Carpet, Kitchen - Table Space, Wainscotting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Wood, Stone, Brick, Mantel(s)
- Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 4
- Upper - Full Baths: 4
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
- Bedrooms Upper: 7
- Bedrooms-Up2: 3
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Terrace
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway, Paved Parking
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Other
Location
- Area: Lancaster Twp (10534)
- Municipality: LANCASTER TWP
- County: LANCASTER
- Subdivision: LANCASTER TWP
- Cross Streets: Race Ave.
- Driving Directions: W on Route 23 from Lancaster City
- Direction Faces: East
- Historic District: Yes
School Information
- School District: School District Of Lancaster
- High School: McCaskey H.S.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Propane - Owned, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Cable TV, Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian, Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Brick, Plaster Walls, M
- Windows: Double Hung, Storm
- Doors: French
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 10,054
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 5,027 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 5,027 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 5,027 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1889
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: 2nd House, Carriage House, Office/Studio, Tenant House, Guest House
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 43,560
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL : R-1
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $193.95
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $17,864
- City/TownTax: $1,339
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,041
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $701,200
- Tax Amount: $21,245
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 5028
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Keller Williams Elite, Marilyn R Berger Shank and Keller Williams Elite, Amy Harris
Sold by Fathom Realty, Michael J Perry
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Schools
Schools serving 1021 Marietta Ave
School District:Lancaster School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thomas Wharton El School 705 North Mary Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Reynolds Middle School 605 West Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Mccaskey Campus 445 North Reservoir Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 | 9-12 | 2 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 1021 Marietta Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/25/2026
Sold
$975,000
-11.36%
MLS
2/14/2026
Listed
$1,100,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1021 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 (MLS# PALA2082930) is a Single Family property that was sold at $975,000 on March 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1021 Marietta Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lancaster? You can browse all Lancaster real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

