985 Center Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
3 bd 2 ba 1,224 sqft Built 1954 Lot 6,098 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$315,000
Jul 6, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2022 | Sold | $315,000 | MLS #PALA2018650 |
| May 26, 2022 | Listed | $320,000 | MLS #PALA2018650 |
| Apr 28, 2017 | Sold | $177,000 | MLS #1002983171 |
| Feb 27, 2017 | Listing removed | $179,000 | Keystone |
| Feb 25, 2017 | Listed | $179,000 | MLS #261572 |
| Jul 30, 2009 | Sold | $166,999 | Public Record |
| May 23, 2009 | Listing removed | $166,999 | Keystone |
| Apr 7, 2009 | Price changed | $169,900 | MLS #146328 |
| Mar 5, 2009 | Price changed | $179,900 | MLS #146328 |
| Mar 3, 2009 | Listed | $174,900 | MLS #146328 |
| Mar 6, 2003 | Sold | $120,000 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,562 |
| 2025 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,345 |
| 2024 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,262 |
| 2023 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,177 |
| 2022 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,124 |
| 2021 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,055 |
| 2020 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,055 |
| 2019 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,025 |
| 2018 | $99,300 | $51,500 | $150,800 | $3,673 |
| 2017 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,878 |
| 2016 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,832 |
| 2015 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,832 |
| 2014 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,788 |
| 2013 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,754 |
| 2012 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,718 |
| 2011 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,640 |
| 2010 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,522 |
| 2009 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,473 |
| 2008 | $77,900 | $35,200 | $113,100 | $2,399 |
Property facts
Year built
1954
Property type
single_family
Stories
2
Beds
3
Baths
2
Living area
1,224 sqft
Lot size
6,098 sqft
ZIP code
17601
City
Lancaster
Street
Center Ave
Coordinates
40.06532, -76.28618
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Investment analysis
Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$1,836
Gross rental yield
6.99%
Implied cap rate
4.55%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 985 Center Ave last sell?
985 Center Ave most recently sold on Jul 6, 2022 for $315,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 985 Center Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 985 Center Ave (year 2026) is $150,800 with $3,562 in property tax.
How does 985 Center Ave's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 52.1% below the last sale price of $315,000.
When was 985 Center Ave built?
985 Center Ave was built in 1954.
How does 985 Center Ave compare to others on Center Ave?
We track 8 other properties on Center Ave. Browse the list under "Other properties on Center Ave" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 985 Center Ave?
985 Center Ave is a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,224 sqft, 6,098 sqft lot single_family.
Is 985 Center Ave a flip candidate?
No — 985 Center Ave does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 985 Center Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 985 Center Ave is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
-2.5%
Implied 1-yr
-10.1%
2026 Q3
$402.5K
2026 Q4
$402.5K
ZIP 17601 — Median Price History + Forecast
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