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Property Description
Turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-known restaurant and bar in bustling downtown Lancaster. Located on high-traffic West King Street, this recently renovated and remodeled space features a popular New American menu, strong bar program with 24 beers on tap, and reputation for dining, nightlife, and live entertainment. The venue offers multiple revenue streams, high visibility, and an established customer base. Ideal for an owner-operator or investor seeking immediate cash flow with potential for growth through expanded programming, private events, or rebranding. Prime location in a thriving urban market. Sale also includes one residential apartment, an additional parking lot parcel (619-621 Marietta Ave, Parcel ID 335-70501-0-0000) and an R liquor license. Licensed PA Realtor is also part owner, Agent related to owner(s).
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 551 W King St
General
- Price: $1,900,000
- Taxes: $16,927 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Service
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALA2081314
- Updated: 3/6/2026
- Added to Site: 61 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Restaurant/Bar
Interior
- Flooring: Tile/Brick
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), 24 hour security, Electric Alarm, Exterior Cameras, Fire Detection System, Main Entrance Lock, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector
Parking
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Type: Leased to Off Site, On Street, Parking Lot
Location
- Area: Lancaster City (10533)
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
- County: LANCASTER
- Driving Directions: Columbia Avenue eastbound, turns into West King Street, property is on the left at the intersection of W King and N Pine
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Central, Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, Instant Hot Water, Tankless, 60+ Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Mixed, Other
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Rubber, Shingle
- Building Size: 11000
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,663
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R4
- Lot Description: Additional Lot(s)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $172.73
- Assessment Year: 2025
- Tax w/Assessment: $378,900
- Tax Amount: $16,927
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Residential Tenant's Personal Property, Inventory (purchased separately)
- Inclusions: FF&E, R Liquor License
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Schools
Schools serving 551 W King St
School District:Lancaster School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fulton El School, Lancaster, PA 225 West Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Reynolds Middle School 605 West Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Mccaskey Campus 445 North Reservoir Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 | 9-12 | 1.6 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 551 W King St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/01/2026
Listed
$1,900,000
533.33%
MLS
6/28/2012
Sold
$300,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 551 W King St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$15,152
1%
$378,900
—
2024
$14,993
6%
$378,900
—
2023
$14,127
—
$378,900
—
2022
$14,127
1%
$378,900
—
2021
$13,979
1%
$378,900
—
2020
$13,824
2%
$378,900
—
2019
$13,617
-14%
$378,900
—
2018
$15,864
116%
$378,900
137%
2017
$7,349
2%
$160,000
—
2016
$7,195
1%
$160,000
—
2015
$7,109
4%
$160,000
—
2014
$6,832
—
$160,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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551 W King Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 (MLS# PALA2081314) is a Commercial Service property. 551 W King Street is currently listed for $1,900,000 and was received on February 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 551 W King Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service real estate for sale in Lancaster? You can browse all Lancaster real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

