256 3rd St
Columbia, PA 17512
4 bd 3 ba 1,886 sqft Built 1885 Lot 3,485 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$222,900
Oct 11, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2022 | Sold | $222,900 | MLS #PALA2023936 |
| Aug 23, 2022 | Listed | $219,900 | MLS #PALA2023936 |
| Jan 12, 2018 | Sold | $137,500 | MLS #1000092848 |
| Nov 14, 2017 | Listed | $137,500 | MLS #1000092848 |
| Jul 6, 2009 | Sold | $118,900 | Public Record |
| Apr 20, 2009 | Listing removed | $118,900 | York |
| Apr 18, 2009 | Listing removed | $118,900 | Keystone |
| Mar 26, 2009 | Listed | $118,900 | MLS #20903397 |
| Jan 5, 2006 | Sold | $105,020 | Public Record |
| Mar 2, 2005 | Sold | $92,597 | Public Record |
| Jan 4, 2002 | Sold | $80,300 | Public Record |
| Apr 5, 1988 | Sold | $39,500 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,310 |
| 2025 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,354 |
| 2024 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,184 |
| 2023 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,184 |
| 2022 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,184 |
| 2021 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,184 |
| 2020 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,184 |
| 2019 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,129 |
| 2018 | $61,000 | $24,200 | $85,200 | $3,383 |
| 2017 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,495 |
| 2016 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,446 |
| 2015 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,398 |
| 2014 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,328 |
| 2013 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,211 |
| 2012 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,184 |
| 2011 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,130 |
| 2010 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,044 |
| 2009 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $3,044 |
| 2008 | $67,600 | $17,500 | $85,100 | $2,907 |
Property facts
Year built
1885
Property type
single_family
Stories
3
Beds
4
Baths
3
Living area
1,886 sqft
Lot size
3,485 sqft
ZIP code
17512
City
Columbia
Street
3rd St
Coordinates
40.03463, -76.50611
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Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$1,337
Gross rental yield
7.20%
Implied cap rate
4.68%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 256 3rd St last sell?
256 3rd St most recently sold on Oct 11, 2022 for $222,900.
What is the current tax assessment for 256 3rd St?
The most recent total assessment for 256 3rd St (year 2026) is $85,200 with $3,310 in property tax.
How does 256 3rd St's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 61.8% below the last sale price of $222,900.
When was 256 3rd St built?
256 3rd St was built in 1885.
How does 256 3rd St compare to others on 3rd St?
We track 8 other properties on 3rd St. Browse the list under "Other properties on 3rd St" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 256 3rd St?
256 3rd St is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 1,886 sqft, 3,485 sqft lot single_family.
Is 256 3rd St a flip candidate?
No — 256 3rd St does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 256 3rd St a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 256 3rd St is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
+1.3%
Implied 1-yr
+5.3%
2026 Q3
$336.5K
2026 Q4
$340.6K
ZIP 17512 — Median Price History + Forecast
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