1261 W Princess Street, York, PA 17404 - Photo 1

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$219,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
1,637 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

From the moment you step through the door, this West York home simply feels right. There's a warmth and familiarity that can't be manufactured. The kind that only comes from a house that's been genuinely loved and carefully lived in for decades. Owned and cherished by the same family for nearly 30 years, this property is now ready to welcome its next caring owner. Built in 1929 and wrapped in classic brick, this two-story home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Offering 1,637 square feet of finished living space, the layout includes three bedrooms, perfect for a home office, creative space, or cozy retreat. A fully finished basement adds an incredible space for the game or family activities. One standout feature is the extra full bathroom, a rare and meaningful advantage compared to other homes on the street making daily routines and entertaining far more convenient. A detached garage provides off-street parking or additional storage, Located within West York Area School District, this is a home that offers both community and convenience the kind of place where neighbors know each other and pride of ownership is clear. This isn't just a house it's a home with history, heart, and the space to create the next chapter.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1261 W Princess St

General

Sold For: $219,000
Taxes: $3,452 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAYK2096508
Added to Site: 129 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Garage Description: Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry

Location

Area: West York Boro (15288)
Municipality: WEST YORK BORO
County: YORK
Subdivision: WEST YORK BORO
Driving Directions: Princess Street

School Information

School District: West York Area

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Side-by-Side, Other, Colonial
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
Foundation: Block
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,637
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,637 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,637 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1929
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,627
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $128.22
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,819
City/TownTax: $1,151
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $481
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $69,780
Tax Amount: $3,452
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1637

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Section: WEST YOR
Lot Number: 122

Listed by Keller Williams Keystone Realty, Kev Orwig
Sold by The Exchange Real Estate Company LLC, Cynthia A Folckemer

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Schools

Schools serving 1261 W Princess St

School District:West York Area School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Lincolnway El School 2625 West Philadelphia Street, York, PA 17404	2-3	1.5 mi
Trimmer El School 1900 Brenda Road, York, PA 17408	4-5	2.6 mi
Wallace Elementary School 2065 High St, York, PA 17408	K-1	2.7 mi
West York Area Middle School 1700 Bannister Street, York, PA 17404	6-8	0.7 mi
West York Area High School 1800 Bannister Street, York, PA 17404	9-12	0.9 mi

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Price & Sales History for 1261 W Princess St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/12/2026

Sold

$211,000

0.52%

MLS

1/22/2026

Listed

$209,900

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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.

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