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Property Description
Beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3 full bathroom home offering exceptional space, comfort, and modern upgrades throughout. The main level features a bright, functional layout, while the 100% fully finished walk-out basement adds tremendous value with two additional bedrooms, expanded living space, and flexibility for extended family, guests, or private use. A private rooftop deck provides the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Recent improvements include a brand"‘new roof and an upgraded electrical panel and system, ensuring long-term safety and peace of mind. A newly installed storm door enhances both energy efficiency and curb appeal. Ideally located within walking distance to shops, restaurants, parks, and everyday amenities, this home offers an unbeatable combination of convenience and lifestyle. Move"‘in ready and full of value-an opportunity you won't want to miss.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 642 Lafayette St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $3,177 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALA2087388
- Updated: 5/10/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Attic
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 2
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Lancaster City (10533)
- Municipality: LANCASTER CITY
- County: LANCASTER
- Subdivision: LANCASTER CITY WARD 8
- Driving Directions: GPS directions are accurate. Home is on right. On street parking only.
School Information
- School District: School District Of Lancaster
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Wall Unit
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,588
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,588 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,850 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 738 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 100%
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 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.: $148.65
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,959
- City/TownTax: $972
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $246
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $76,900
- Tax Amount: $3,177
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1476
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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Schools
Schools serving 642 Lafayette St
School District:Lancaster School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lafayette El School 1000 Fremont Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Reynolds Middle School 605 West Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Mccaskey Campus 445 North Reservoir Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 | 9-12 | 1.7 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 642 Lafayette St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Listed
$275,000
175.28%
MLS
1/31/2020
Sold
$99,900
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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 642 Lafayette St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,043
6%
$76,900
—
2023
$2,867
—
$76,900
—
2022
$2,867
1%
$76,900
—
2021
$2,837
1%
$76,900
—
2020
$2,806
2%
$76,900
—
2019
$2,764
-14%
$76,900
—
2018
$3,220
16%
$76,900
27%
2017
$2,779
2%
$60,500
—
2016
$2,721
1%
$60,500
—
2015
$2,688
4%
$60,500
—
2014
$2,583
—
$60,500
—
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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642 Lafayette Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 (MLS# PALA2087388) is a Townhouse property with 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 642 Lafayette Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 642 Lafayette Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Lancaster? You can browse all Lancaster real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

