3896 Sterling Way
Columbia, PA 17512
4 bd 3 ba 2,250 sqft Built 1993 Lot 13,068 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$360,000
Oct 14, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2022 | Sold | $360,000 | MLS #PALA2023458 |
| Sep 6, 2022 | Price changed | $370,000 | MLS #PALA2023458 |
| Sep 4, 2022 | Price changed | $380,000 | MLS #PALA2023458 |
| Sep 1, 2022 | Listed | $390,000 | MLS #PALA2023458 |
| Apr 26, 2016 | Sold | $231,000 | Public Record |
| Mar 11, 2016 | Sold | $231,000 | MLS #1002975627 |
| Feb 5, 2016 | Listed | $224,900 | MLS #246375 |
| Oct 13, 2015 | Price changed | $229,900 | MLS #239717 |
| Sep 9, 2015 | Price changed | $239,900 | MLS #239717 |
| Aug 11, 2015 | Price changed | $244,900 | MLS #239717 |
| Aug 5, 2015 | Listed | $250,000 | MLS #239717 |
| Sep 23, 2003 | Sold | $206,500 | Public Record |
| Jun 1, 1993 | Sold | $131,000 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $5,193 |
| 2025 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,962 |
| 2024 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,830 |
| 2023 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,737 |
| 2022 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,613 |
| 2021 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,521 |
| 2020 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,521 |
| 2019 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $4,448 |
| 2018 | $145,800 | $68,400 | $214,200 | $5,288 |
| 2017 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,615 |
| 2016 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,439 |
| 2015 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,404 |
| 2014 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,204 |
| 2013 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,137 |
| 2012 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,079 |
| 2011 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $4,014 |
| 2010 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $3,766 |
| 2009 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $3,766 |
| 2008 | $132,100 | $47,400 | $179,500 | $3,675 |
Property facts
Year built
1993
Property type
single_family
Stories
2
Beds
4
Baths
3
Living area
2,250 sqft
Lot size
13,068 sqft
ZIP code
17512
City
Columbia
Street
Sterling Way
Coordinates
40.04863, -76.44966
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Investment analysis
Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$3,375
Gross rental yield
11.25%
Implied cap rate
7.31%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 3896 Sterling Way last sell?
3896 Sterling Way most recently sold on Oct 14, 2022 for $360,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 3896 Sterling Way?
The most recent total assessment for 3896 Sterling Way (year 2026) is $214,200 with $5,193 in property tax.
How does 3896 Sterling Way's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 40.5% below the last sale price of $360,000.
When was 3896 Sterling Way built?
3896 Sterling Way was built in 1993.
How does 3896 Sterling Way compare to others on Sterling Way?
We track 8 other properties on Sterling Way. Browse the list under "Other properties on Sterling Way" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 3896 Sterling Way?
3896 Sterling Way is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,250 sqft, 13,068 sqft lot single_family.
Is 3896 Sterling Way a flip candidate?
No — 3896 Sterling Way does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 3896 Sterling Way a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 3896 Sterling Way 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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